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Thrive by Five Index: Two thirds of SA children on the backfoot
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
A new survey, known as the ‘Thrive by Five Index’ has revealed that 65% of South African children, aged between four and five, are not able to meet the expected early learning and physical growth standards. Despite being enrolled in Early Learning Programmes (ELPs), they will begin Grade R with
National Health Act amendments – What do they mean?
Lilita Gcwabe
The National Department of Health has made amendments to the National Health Act to ensure government is equipped to control and manage the resurgence of COVID-19. Minister of Health, Joe Phaahla, confirmed that a number of regulations from the disaster management act will be permanently added. Changes have also been
World Health Day: Focus on healthy humans, planet
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
As the globe marks World Health Day today, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that urgent action is needed to keep humans and the planet healthy. It is estimated that more than 13 millions deaths globally each year are due to avoidable environmental causes, which include climate change and
Limpopo health fiasco: Health workers rest hopes on SIU
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
While the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) prepares to probe the ongoing Limpopo Department of Health fiasco, healthcare workers have hung out even more dirty washing, describing their inhumane working conditions. They are faced with several hurdles daily including overcrowding, staff shortages, poor hygiene and crumbling infrastructure. Last month President Cyril
VIDEO: Putting a stop to suicide in South Africa
Hannah Chibayambuya
South Africa recorded the third-highest suicide rate out of all African countries in a WHO report.
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