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PREGNANCY AND MEDICAL AID: WHY COMPREHENSIVE COVER MATTERS FOR MUM AND BABY
Pregnancy is one of life’s most exciting journeys — a time filled with anticipation, change, and hope. But alongside the
January 21, 2026
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SAMWUMED 2026 CONTRIBUTIONS INCREASES LETTER
Dear Valued Member, RE: SAMWUMED 2026 Contribution Increases As we have reached the end of the year, we
December 22, 2025
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Member Announcement: SAMWUMED Medical Taxi
Attention Khayelitsha and Mitchell’s Plain SAMWUMED Members. Introduction of a Shuttle Service We are please to announce an enhancement to
October 30, 2025
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Member Communication: Reassurance on Data Security and Clarification on Hospital Network Misinformation
Dear Member, SAMWUMED is aware of recent email and SMS messages circulating to some of our members, which have caused
October 22, 2025
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MEMBER LETTER: “CAPE FLATS COMMUNITY” SPREADING FALSE INFORMATION
Dear SAMWUMED member We are aware of emails sent to our members by a group calling themselves “Cape Flats Community”
October 14, 2025
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SAMWUMED 2025 ANNUAL INCREASE LETTER
Dear Valued Member, RE: SAMWUMED 2025 Monthly Contribution Increases The new rates take effect from 1 January 2025. Below are
October 31, 2024
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SAMWUMED OPTION A: ENHANCED WITH A SAVINGS PLAN IN 2025
Dear Valued SAMWUMED Member, RE: SAMWUMED OPTION A, ENHANCED WITH A SAVINGS PLAN IN 2025 We are pleased to inform
October 31, 2024
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MEMBER LETTER: New Services and improved service delivery to our Members
Dear SAMWUMED Member, Re: New Services and improved service delivery to our Members Enhancing the quality of our service to
July 30, 2024
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Medical Aid For Pregnancy
Pregnancy is one of the most significant periods in a woman’s life, filled with joy, anticipation, and some challenges. Ensuring
July 22, 2024
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SAMWUMED has partnered with Preferred Provider Negotiators (PPN)
SAMWUMED has partnered with Preferred Provider Negotiators (PPN), for enhanced optometry services and the administration of optical benefits. PPN will
July 18, 2024
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National Cancer Survivors Day Honours Strength and Resilience
National Cancer Survivors Day is a powerful testament to the remarkable progress made in cancer treatment. While there is no
July 3, 2024
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The Devastating Impact of Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Alcohol and drug abuse are pervasive global problems with well-documented risks. These issues transcend race, class, and social barriers, wreaking
July 3, 2024
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Mpox
SAMWUMED HPU Memorandum: Monkeypox (Mpox) Management Purpose The purpose of this document is to provide the latest updates on the
June 28, 2024
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Why Getting Quotes Before Choosing A Medical Aid Is Essential
In a world where healthcare costs are soaring and medical emergencies can strike unexpectedly, having the right medical aid plan
June 18, 2024
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SAMWUMED streamlines systems and launches new partnerships with industry experts to improve service delivery
Cape Town, June 2024: The South African Municipal Workers Union National Medical Scheme (SAMWUMED), is a national accredited and self-administered
June 4, 2024
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Impact of National Health Insurance (NHI) on Your SAMWUMED Membership
Dear Valued Member, Impact of National Health Insurance (NHI) on Your SAMWUMED Membership Following the signing of the National Health
May 24, 2024
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SAMWUMED MOVES ITS MOBILE APP AND CALL CENTRE TO A HIGHER GEAR
Friday 29, July 2022: SAMWUMED is committed to improving member access to information. On Monday 1 August, the self- administered
July 29, 2022
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SISONKE Programme
Breaking News: Calling all Health Personnel The Sisonke program is entering its final week, ending on Sunday 16 May, and
May 12, 2021
Corona Virus News
GP’S qualify for Johnson & Johnson vaccine rollout
Dear Family Practitioners, The UFFP is pleased to announce that the NDOH and the SAMRC have agreed to include GP’s
February 18, 2021
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SAMWUMED participates in the fights against Fraud, Waste and Abuse
“SAMWUMED supports interventions to curb fraud, waste and abuse, but not at the expense of Black and Indian health-care practitioners.”
November 24, 2020
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End of SAMWUMED Curatorship
The Council for Medical Schemes today announced the lifting of Curatorship of SAMWUMED Medical Scheme. The lifting of the Curatorship
May 22, 2020
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National Health Insurance Bill
The latest version of NHI has also been released, please click here for more information.
August 9, 2019
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HEALTH WARNING SIGNS: IS IT FATIGUE OR A STROKE?
Women more frequently have atypical, vague stroke symptoms. These might start with fatigue, confusion or maybe general weakness, as opposed
June 7, 2019
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NEWER DRUG EXTENDS LIVES OF YOUNG BREAST CANCER PATIENTS
Kisqali is one of three newer drugs on the market called CDK4/6 inhibitors that can delay the progression of breast
June 7, 2019
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MIDDLE-AGED MEN MEN MAY HAVE SIGNS OF THINNING BONES
Eating a well-balanced diet with enough calcium, getting adequate vitamin D, and performing weight-bearing exercise can help both men and
June 7, 2019
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Doctors turn to ‘social prescriptions’ to combat depression and loneliness
A walk in the park or a dance class may help to combat symptoms of loneliness and depression. Researchers have
March 2, 2019
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Are collagen supplements worth the hype?
Collagen supplements are becoming increasingly popular. Here’s what Jessica Oosthuizen, a registered dietitian, has to say about the trend. If
March 2, 2019
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Too much screen time a damper on children’s development
A new study shows that children who spend too much time in front of screens are showing delayed development. Young
March 2, 2019
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Connecting the dots between heartburn drugs and kidney damage
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) is a popular type of heartburn medication that can harm the kidneys, especially when taken long-term.
March 2, 2019
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Men: A monthly testicle self-examination is a must – here’s what you should be doing
Men are encouraged to self-examine their testicles to check for abnormalities that may indicate testicular cancer. WARNING: This article contains
March 2, 2019
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Too much fried food may shorten your life
Fried food is associated with weight gain and obesity, as well as elevation of cholesterol and triglycerides. Fried chicken, French
March 2, 2019
