April 7, 2020

[Op-Ed]Sexual and reproductive health and rights are an important component of human rights

As South Africa joins the global community in fighting a pandemic, this presents an opportune moment to also reflect holistically on our health system, especially health services for womxn. As today marks World Health Day, it’s also important to remind ourselves of the importance of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for our overall health and well-being. By Angelica Pino, Programmes Director, Sonke Gender Justice.

#WorldHealthDay: Three lessons Covid-19 teaches us about South Africa’s healthcare system

The way the country has tried to flatten the curve shows how public health is a group assignment — and that many actors are needed to efficiently address long-standing healthcare issues.

Mothers speak out on infant loss: ‘To this day, I don’t know why my baby died’

It’s every pregnant woman’s dream to go home with a healthy baby, but what happens to her psychological wellbeing when her baby dies — either at birth or days after? Hospital-run support groups may help the grieving process, reports OurHealth journalist Marcia Zali.

[Op-Ed]Sexual and reproductive health and rights are an important component of human rights

#WorldHealthDay: Three lessons Covid-19 teaches us about South Africa’s healthcare system

Mothers speak out on infant loss: ‘To this day, I don’t know why my baby died’

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