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OurHealth is a project that trains and supports local activists and aspiring health journalists. Our citizen journalists (CJs)  live in rural and poorly-covered areas in South Africa, and report on health issues affecting their communities.

an abandoned building
The old building has been standing empty and unused for 20 years and is rundown. The doors, windows and ceiling on the building are all broken
Children swimming in a river
Bilharzia is a parasitic disease caused by flatworms that live in freshwater sources such as rivers and dams.
Woman pouring water into bucket
In response, Map Water stated it was investigating the contamination claims but noted that there is no significant trend of waterborne diseases in the area.
Hand holding AIDS ribbon
The survey calls for targeted interventions for age groups most affected by HIV, particularly adolescent girls and young women.
an abandoned building
The old building has been standing empty and unused for 20 years and is rundown. The doors, windows and ceiling on the building are all broken
Children swimming in a river
Bilharzia is a parasitic disease caused by flatworms that live in freshwater sources such as rivers and dams.

OPINION

October is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and we're highlighting the stories of two young people from our previous article. Sophie left her job due to bullying and Malusi left due to micromanagement; both prioritising their well-being. Would you do the same? https://health-e.org.za/2023/07/07/corporate-wellness-why-i-left-my-job-for-my-mental-health/

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

#BreastCancer is the most common cancer among women globally and represents approximately a quarter of all cancers that occur in women every year https://bit.ly/4dJYdIt

With over 2000 cases of serious adverse events reported, Dr. Aslam Dasoo from the Progressive Health Forum says the Gauteng Department of Health is dysfunctional and shouldn't operate independently. https://health-e.org.za/2024/10/01/atrocious-management-behind-the-high-rate-of-medical-negligence-in-gauteng/0/ #PublicHealth #Gauteng #HealthNews

.@UCT_news Global Surgery Division recently became a @WHO collaborating centre. This partnership will be prioritising timely access to surgical care for underserved populations & tackling global healthcare disparities. Read our interview with @MrsMaswime: https://health-e.org.za/2024/09/25/bridging-gaps-in-healthcare-who-partners-with-ucts-global-surgery-division/

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Did you know TB is the leading cause of death in South Africa? Anyone can get infected. If you show any symptoms, it's important to get tested immediately.

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