Media Archive 2015

Uplifting a community one shoe at a time

The Northern Cape is one of the hottest provinces in South Africa. In summer, temperatures can soar above 40°C and air conditioning is a luxury most can only dream of. Every day children from the rural Soverby Primary School in Upington had to walk barefoot to school, often burning their little feet on the boiling hot sand. 
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GEMS joins SA Tuberculosis Association in fight against TB and HIV

Tuberculosis and HIV-related illnesses are the two leading causes of death among young people in South Africa, according to the latest report by Statistics South Africa. Of the 77 822 people below the ages of 35 who died in 2013, 10 962 died from TB, while 7 890 succumbed to HIV. Other viral diseases, which featured third on the list, accounted for 4400 deaths.
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GEMS, the best value proposition for Government employees›

Dr Guni Goolab, Principal Officer of the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) says the Scheme continued to fulfil its mandate to provide Government employees with efficient, cost-effective and equitable access to healthcare.
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Ten years on, GEMS remains an example to SA employers›

As the largest restricted medical scheme in the country and the second largest medical scheme overall, the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) has become an integral part of the South African healthcare funding landscape over the past decade.
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GEMS supports worthy cause to promote education and wellness›

On 1 August 2015, South Africa's largest closed medical Scheme, the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS), will invest in the future of the people of the Free State through a special Corporate Social Responsibility initiative in Wesselsbron, Monyakeng Township.
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Epilepsy impacts hundreds of thousands of South Africans›

Thursday, 11 June 2015, Epilepsy, which is also known as a seizure disorder, is a common condition that affects the brain and nervous system.
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GEMS promotes cardiac health through Vuyo Mbuli Legacy Projects ›

To mark two years since the death of South African cultural icon and SABC Morning Live presenter, Vuyo Mbuli, the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) is getting involved in a memorial race and community outreach project in his honour.
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Getting the most out of your relationship with your doctor ›

Developing a trusting and lasting relationship with your family practitioner holds a multitude of benefits when it comes to the health and wellbeing of you and your loved ones. There are many good reasons why it is advisable for members to return to their preferred family practitioner, rather than consulting a different doctor each time they are ill.
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Think twice before you reach for the saltshaker ›

"We are all familiar with the notion that eating right and exercising can help improve your health, but you may be unaware that decreasing one's daily salt intake also has important health benefits".
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GEMS pays tribute to the late honourable Collins Chabane, Minister of Public Service Administration ›

The Board of Trustees of the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) is shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely passing of the Honourable Collins Chabane, Minister of Public Service and Administration.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Family practitioner nomination ›

GEMS always has its members' health at heart, and continually strives to ensure that members receive the very best care and get the most out of their benefits. As part of a coordinated healthcare approach, GEMS is placing a heavy emphasis on disease management and care coordination between providers.
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