On 13 May Times Live wrote in its editorial column that “a significant retail healthcare expansion is quietly transforming how citizens access daily medical support”.
“Private retailers like Dis-Chem and Clicks are building accessible primary healthcare services. These outlets help bridge the gap between expensive private care and an overstretched public system.
“Retailers are now positioning themselves as more than just pharmacies. They provide screenings, chronic disease management and reproductive health services. This retail healthcare expansion offers a straightforward appeal: it is convenient, affordable, and accessible.”