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#NHIPublicHearings: Bill receives mixed feelings in Mopani District
The continuous inadequate delivery of health services is a cause of concern for many residents as polarising views on the NHI surface.
#NHIPublicHearings: Vhembe residents weigh in on the bill
Limpopo residents raise burning issues as the National Health Insurance public hearings kick off in the province.
Men can also get breast cancer
Many believe only women can be diagnosed with this condition, but this is a grave misconception.
World Diabetes Day: There’s no winning without family
Every South African has been affected by diabetes — whether directly or indirectly. For those who have experienced or witnessed the complications of this deadly disease, it can be devastating and disruptive for families and communities, health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize* writes.
Xenophobia in the medical field
With sporadic and violent xenophobic attacks in South Africa making global and local headlines, the medical industry is also experiencing this worrying phenomenon.
Makwarela water troubles far from over as taps remains dry
Some residents in a small Limpopo town say they have never seen any water coming out of their taps, despite having two boreholes.
Izwi Lami Survivors Support
Access our Survivor’s Support Map which provides a directory of shelters, hospitals, clinics and Thuthuzela centres for survivor’s of sexual assault There are shelters that assist survivors with accommodation in times of need. The Thuthuzela Care Centres are rape care centres linked to hospitals where survivors can receive counselling and a medical examination after the rape. And there are 24 hour clinics and hospitals where survivors can visit for medical care if they are too far away from a Thuthuzela centre.
