How are local medical facilities in South Africa?
We asked members about local medical facilities in South Africa, they wrote...
"Medical facilities and medical care in South Africa are generally of a high quality. South Africa has a well-developed public health system, with a wide range of medical services available. The country also has a number of private hospitals and clinics that offer excellent medical care. South Africa has a well-trained and experienced medical workforce, with many doctors and nurses having received their training abroad. The country also has a number of world-class medical research institutions, which are helping to improve the quality of medical care in the country," explained one expat living in South Africa.

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