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Access to adequate sanitation continues to be a problem in South Africa. The latest census report states that thousands of South Africans are still without proper toilets. Almost four million households still use pit toilets, 2.1% use bucket toilets and 2.6% use chemical toilets. This issue not only affects households but health
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Marcia Moyana
The world has barely recovered from the devastation caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Now scientists are warning that the next pandemic will be offset by climate change. And policymakers must take decisive action to protect the most vulnerable communities. Over 100 scientists from around the world are part of the Climate
FS Health goes digital to improve services
Molefi Sompane
The Free State Health Department is turning to digital innovations to streamline healthcare services and improve patient and healthcare outcomes. The province recently launched its digital health strategy with the focus on four key projects. The first project is telemedicine. Speaking at the launch event, health MEC Mathabo Leeto, describes
27% of pregnant women in South Africa living with HIV – new survey
Faith Mutizira
Findings from South Africa’s most recent Antenatal HIV Sentinel Survey show that more than a quarter (27.5%) of pregnant women in the country are living with HIV. This rate is still high, but it shows a decrease from the 30% prevalence recorded in the previous survey. The survey is conducted every two years
Drinking all day a hazardous pastime for rural grannies in Limpopo
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
“I have been drinking this home brewed beer for over two decades now and it has become a part of my life. I drink it everyday. If I go a day without drinking it my body does not feel right, I feel weak and thirsty,” says Nyamukamadi Mundalamo. Health-e News caught
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