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Proactively Tackling the TB Challenge in Mining Communities
Proactively Tackling the TB Challenge in Mining Press Release by: Platinum Health Medical Scheme Mining communities have typically required highly focused management strategies for infectious diseases. To protect the long-term well-being of these vulnerable populations, strong health programmes, regular medical screenings, and sustained preventative care are absolutely essential. These proactive measures play a critical role […]
How Digital Transformation Reshapes Healthcare
How Digital Transformation Shapes the Future of Healthcare Opinion Piece by: Platinum Health Medical Scheme Healthcare organisations must undertake complete digital transformation if they want to deliver the kind of 21st-century care modern patients expect. Today’s patients demand seamless experiences, quick access to their medical records, and proactive treatments. Meeting these expectations requires a fundamental […]
Advancing HIV Care: A Guide to Modern HIV Management
Advancing HIV Care: The Future of Health Management Press Release by: Platinum Health Medical Scheme HIV care has undergone a massive transformation over the past decade. It is no longer just about viral suppression. Today, the priority is future-proofing patient health, reducing long-term risks, and creating a more sustainable healthcare system. As the life expectancy […]
Women’s Month – Women shaping the future of healthcare technology in mining – Marilyn Perumal – Service Delivery Manager: Applications
Q&A 1. Tell us about your career journey and what inspired you to pursue a career in technology? Growing up in South Africa during apartheid, career paths were rarely simply a matter of personal choice. You seized the opportunities that opened up and made them count. As I studied and progressed through various fields within […]
Women’s Month – Women shaping the future of healthcare technology in mining – Palesa Mokoka – IT Project Manager
Q&A 1. Tell us about your career journey and what inspired you to pursue a career in technology. I started my career in IT project management at BCX about eight or nine years ago, consulting across a range of industries. That’s where my love for technology really took root – coordinating multiple moving parts and […]
Platinum Health announces increased benefits for 2026
Platinum Health Medical Scheme has announced a significant new benefit for members in 2026. By converting the Overall Annual Limit into a dedicated Hospital Annual Limit, the Scheme has unlocked a remarkable 36% increase in benefits. This milestone announcement comes alongside several other enhancements, including expanded vaccine coverage, new pharmacy openings, upgraded clinical services, and […]
A Breast Cancer Story: Ida’s Journey of Strength
Cancer doesn’t announce itself politely. It doesn’t wait for the right moment or for you to be ready. For Ida Chibweza, her breast cancer diagnosis arrived just as she was looking forward to building a future. One that included marriage, family, and the fulfilment of long-held dreams. But life had other plans. What followed was […]
How Mining Clinics Empower Local Communities
Mining plays a vital role in sustaining households and strengthening local economies across South Africa, particularly in rural communities. Ensuring accessible and affordable, high-quality healthcare for mining workers and their families in these areas is essential. It supports their health and well-being, addresses occupational, environmental, and mental health needs, and protects the long-term vitality of […]
Affordable Healthcare for Miners in South Africa
For a quarter of a century, Platinum Health Medical Scheme has been delivering meaningful value to mining employees and their families in the Platinum and Chrome industry. As a longstanding partner deeply embedded in the mining community, the organisation is committed to providing accessible, compassionate care. Mining requires immense physical effort and often takes place […]
The Superwomen Behind Mining Healthcare
Platinum Health Medical Scheme is the powerhouse where teams of efficient women are helping shape the future of healthcare in what was once a male-dominated industry. Platinum Health employees, health care workers, and leaders are helping to shape more inclusive, accessible and compassionate healthcare for mineworkers and their families in the Platinum and Chrome industry. […]
Closing the Gap: LEO Satellite Connectivity for SA Mining Healthcare
Platinum Health is closing the care gap with satellite connectivity. Providing consistent, high-quality healthcare in South Africa’s remote regions has always been a logistical challenge. This is particularly true for mining healthcare services, where clinics are often situated in remote areas with unstable infrastructure. Connectivity issues, ranging from cable theft to a simple lack of […]
Mental health in mining: addressing the often-hidden risk impacting well-being and safety
An opinion piece by Reinette Lotz, Allied Services Manager at Platinum Health Medical Scheme Mental health has come a long way in the past 20 years. Where mental illness was once hidden or frowned on, society now accepts it as a common and often treatable condition. According to the WHO, in 2019, 1 in every […]
Closed Medical Schemes: The Foundation Of Health for SA’s Miners
Opinion Piece by Dr Mel Mentz, Chief Operations Officer for Platinum Health’s Rustenburg Region The mining industry exposes workers to a myriad of on-site dangers and occupational diseases every single day. From physical hazards to environmental risks, the challenges are significant. This is why having a medical scheme and healthcare service provider that focuses entirely […]