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Confirmed Cholera Cases in South Africa’s North West Province

The National Department of Health recently clarified the situation regarding two laboratoryconfirmed cases of cholera in South Africa's North West…

1 year ago

The Importance of the 76th World Health Assembly

The 76th World Health Assembly is a significant event for the global health community. The Assembly provides member states with…

1 year ago

Addressing Hypertension and Excessive Salt Consumption: World Hypertension Day and Salt Awareness Week

On May 17th, World Hypertension Day and during May 15th to 21st, Salt Awareness Week, the Department of Health along…

2 years ago

Understanding the Mumps Outbreak in South Africa: Implications and Prevention Measures

South Africa is currently facing an unexpected outbreak of mumps, a viral infection that primarily affects children between the ages…

2 years ago

Children Most Affected by Mumps Outbreak in South Africa

According to the National Institute for Communicable Disease (NICD), South Africa is currently experiencing a mumps outbreak which has raised…

2 years ago

Pregnant Immigrant Women in South Africa Struggle to Access Prenatal Care Despite Constitutional Court Order

In April 2021, the Gauteng High Court in South Africa ruled that free public health services must be provided to…

2 years ago

Combating the Illegal Trade of Cigarettes and Medication in South Africa

The South African government has been concerned about the possession and trade of illegal cigarettes and prohibited medication for a…

2 years ago

President Ramaphosa Highlights Need for Resilience and Collaboration in Achieving Universal Health Coverage in South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa recently addressed the 2nd Presidential Health Summit at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg, Gauteng, reflecting on the…

2 years ago

Gauteng Health Observes World Hand Hygiene Day: The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Preventing the Spread of Infections and Diseases

World Hand Hygiene Day is celebrated annually on May 5th to raise awareness of the importance of hand hygiene in…

2 years ago