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Justice Looms: Former Pretoria Midwife to Face Court Over Alleged Birth Complications and Loss

Pretoria, South Africa – Next month, the courtroom will see Yolande Maritz, a former midwife from Pretoria, facing serious allegations related to her tenure as a healthcare provider. Maritz has been accused of contributing to numerous instances of death and severe disability among newborns due to her actions while providing midwifery services. Maritz’s journey to the courtroom has etched deep lines of concern across the community, particularly among families who have suffered under her care. …

Justice on the Horizon: Former Midwife Yolande Maritz to Face Court for Alleged Birth Complications in Pretoria

Pretoria, South Africa – Local authorities have confirmed that Yolande Maritz, a former midwife in Pretoria, will be prosecuted next month following allegations of negligence that reportedly led to multiple infant deaths and disabilities. Maritz, who is no longer licensed to practice, faces serious charges related to her treatment of pregnant women under her care. It is claimed that Maritz administered medications which are thought to have contributed to severe birth complications. The upcoming court …

Risky Medical Tourism Strains NHS as Brits Face Surgery Complications Abroad

Belfast, Northern Ireland — Rising concerns over the consequences of medical tourism have come to the forefront as UK nationals seeking cheaper medical procedures abroad often return with complications that burden the National Health Service (NHS), leading medical experts reported at the British Medical Association’s annual meeting. The lure of affordable surgeries and shorter waiting times has increasingly led Britons to opt for medical interventions overseas, encouraged by aggressive marketing on social media platforms. However, …