Media releases

Specialised aircraft and seamless teamwork make successful journey possible

Two dynamic female paramedics share what it’s like to save lives in the time of COVID-19

Hambani Kahle MaQhawe 

Private ceremony to be held for families 

A tribute to our fallen heroes

‘Angels of Mercy’ complete 10 000 missions

Extraordinary measures needed to protect healthcare teams and patients

Netcare warns public to be vigilant

Child safety: Choking, burns and severe allergic reaction

Teamwork and medical technology working in tandem to save lives

New geo-location technology locates desperate group

Netcare 911’s ‘Angels of Mercy’ undertake 100 missions in four months

South Africans more vulnerable to injury or illness during the holiday season

From drowning, to road accidents and serious burns – we’ve got you covered

Brave Matthew confronts armed home invaders to save his dad

Netcare 911 paramedics ‘always ready to save a life’

Netcare 911 has assisted close to three million people in their time of need

Prompt CPR and emergency care saved Pietermaritzburg girl, say doctors

Former patient thanked for inspiring hope for trauma survivors

How to distinguish between many winter ailments with the same common symptoms

Emergency medical service provider are looking to inspire future healthcare professionals

Daniel de Wet dedicates his race to trauma surgeon, hospital team and rescue workers

Netcare 911’s new paediatric intensive care ambulance proves its worth

As winter rapidly approaches, the risk of burn injuries increases.

Walter Molife cannot wait to serve his community again after near-fatal shooting

Second-hand communication devices to assist game rangers in fighting poaching

Emergency service leaves nothing to chance this Easter

Netcare 911 and Netcare remain the official emergency medical services providers to the Comrades Marathon

Emergency medical services provider ready to assist over busy holiday period

Hospital’s community outreach project to support local hospice patients

Parents and doctors feared for baby Thabisile’s life

Ballito GP and Netcare 911 paramedics team up for successful resuscitation

Do not let a careless moment ruin your year-end vacation

Residential estates encouraged to enable access to paramedics

Good Samaritan, two more shocks, and continuum of care save KZN father

Netcare 911 praises 11-year-old Luke for saving brother’s life

Familiarising yourself with what actions to take could be lifesaving

Emergency medical service provider offers helpful tips on how to save a life

Drivers are putting lives at risk taking photos or videos of themselves while driving

Paramedic suspended pending the holding of a disciplinary hearing

Investigation points to probable hacking of staff member’s Facebook page and creation of fraudulent post to publicly discredit him

Aging population, growing burden of disease and medical innovation expected to continue driving demand for private healthcare over medium to longer term

Ouerwordende bevolking, n groeiende siektelas en mediese innovasie sal na verwaging steeds die vraag na privaat gesondheidsorg oor die medium tot langer termyn stimuleer

Netcare 911 and KZN hospitals team up to bring lifesaving knowledge to the public

Netcare and Netcare 911 informs the public about travel safety

Ticks are most prevalent in South Africa during the warmer months of the year

Some 40 countries have reported outbreaks of avian flu, commonly known as bird flu.

Symposium aims to familiarise doctors in new procedure for men with severely enlarged prostates

Paediatric surgeons optimistic for twins’ future

Netcare, has issued a warning to the public regarding on-going job offer and training scams advertised on social media platforms or via sms or emails.

The festive season is in full swing

Public urged to avoid the unsuitable and unlawful use of fireworks this festive season

Honouring the memory of a remarkable black medical pioneer denied recognition under apartheid

Stories of dedication at Netcare 911 Carer of the Year 2016 awards
 

Parents and pupils urged to prioritise safety before and during matric vacations

Incorporating latest green principles also contributes to cost efficiencies

The opening of the new Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital

 Netcare 911 and Netcare hospitals are once again putting their full weight into ensuring that cyclists in the Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge

Cyclists invited to make use of the services offered the Netcare Group’s wellness centre during race registration

Everything you need to know about antibiotic resistance

Shock and amazement as lucky Ryno escapes unscathed

Trauma injuries often lead to death or disability.

Local hospital strives to empower adults and children living with disabilities

Mother demonstrates the importance of first aid and CPR

Emergency team uses construction crane to lower injured patient 50 metres

1 April forever etched in Mitzi’s memory as the day everyone rallied together to help her cheat death

Specialised counsellors now able to care for the emotional wellbeing of patients

Most parents underestimate the importance of learning CPR

Emergency medical services provider reminds of the dangers of heat exhaustion

Don’t go travelling without a good first aid kit, cautions emergency medical services provider

Road users urged to stay safe and alert over busy holiday time

Strap in this Easter, urges emergency service provider

SA medical evacuation specialists were baby’s ‘last chance at life’

804 flight hours of lifesaving service to the community

804 flight hours of lifesaving service to the community

Pregnancy Awareness Month Events

Prompt action of fellow kitesurfers and medics saves man

Brave girl in good spirits and on the road to recovery

Be prepared for when the need arises

Netcare bursary for two doctors to be trained as Specialist Emergency Physicians

Technology in your pocket can save time and save lives

One in seven SA babies are ‘preemies’

Introduction of da Vinci robotic surgical technology “a resounding success”

Netcare challenges staff, patients, visitors and business to take up spirit of ubuntu

Father reluctant to be present at birth delivers his own daughter

SA cardiologist places Cape Town at the forefront of international medicine

Consult a travel doctor before visiting Central and South America, Caribbean

Pregnancy Awareness Week brings motherhood into focus

Scholarship seeks to advance local academic medicine

Netcare is alerting the public to the opportunistic placement of careers on social media.

Important to prevent yourself from overheating says expert

Festive season road safety tips from Netcare 911

Sound advice for holidaymakers

Mother of two wins Netcare 911’s Carer of the Year Award 2015

Custom-designed intensive care units a lifeline for seriously compromised patients

Rescue 1 community outreach service saves lives

A 28-year-old male sustained critical injuries

Netcare 911 there for you in your time of need

Public awareness of this common heart condition still lacking

Netcare donated four ambulances to Liberia during the Ebola crisis

Numbers show that men aged 26 to 40 face greatest risk

Partnership forged to educate children to prevent dog bites and rabies

Delay caused by vital vaccine modification to match potent flu strains

A significant development in air ambulance capability in South Africa

A significant development in air ambulance capability in South Africa

”A success story for education and healthcare in our country”

Netcare healthcare facilities across SA to actively promote hand hygiene

Winner of the 2014 Netcare Quality Leadership Awards announced

Doctor committed to eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV

Netcare Polokwane Hospital will offer much needed specialised services

Worrying surge in new cases in SA and US emphasises importance of vaccinations

Sound advice from a medical expert

Vital information for parents, childcare workers, and the general public

Doctor committed to eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV

Netcare has been awarded the 2015 national PMR.africa Diamond Arrow Award

Netcare Trauma Injury Prevention Programme (NTIP) marks two years on World Head Injury Day

Each day Netcare 911’s dedicated emergency medical service team in Richards Bay

Netcare 911 Carer of the Year 2014 honours selfless paramedics

Netcare to provide knowledge, expertise and much needed equipment

Saving time saves lives’ project takes Netcare 911 all the way to Paris

Pepper, an eight-week-old kitten, is now down to eight lives after the house he was living in burnt down while he was behind a closed bedroom door. After being rescued by the local fire department and his owners, Pepper was in dire need of urgent medical attention. Luckily, Netcare 911 had been called to the scene, and the team of paramedics concerned – Shaun Paul, Kelsey Shone, Isaac Pillay and Colin Krishnalall – did not hesitate to come to the aid of the soot-covered kitten

Emergency medical service provider not looking to train and place new paramedics

Netcare visits schools to educate children about helmet safety

Patient access equipment will help emergency medical response team save more lives

Hearts that beat to the same rhythm