Healthcare in South Africa
Understand the healthcare system in South Africa from taking out health insurance to seeking medical treatment…
South Africa has a large public healthcare infrastructure and a small but growing private sector. Healthcare is provided by government-funded public health services, available to South African citizens and foreign residents, and private medical schemes available either on an individual basis, or by group scheme with contributions shared by an employer and employee.
This section features information about health insurance, how to locate a doctor or pharmacy, and pay for medical care. In addition, there are details on the services provided for new mothers and babies in South Africa, as well as a list of vital telephone numbers to call in case of emergency.
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Who to call and what to say in an emergency, including numbers for police, ambulance, fire and rescue.
Pregnant? New mother? Find out what to expect from the system when you have a baby in South Africa.
Make sure you and your family are protected by the South African healthcare system.
Useful links to national government and private organisations able to help with health matters in South Africa.
