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Covid-19 death rate in South Africa—and the world—far worse than reported say researchers
Bibi-Aisha Wadvalla
As the global Covid-19 death toll rises to over 2 million, researchers say that the real figure could be closer to 2.8 million. Many countries, including South Africa, have struggled to account for all deaths linked to the coronavirus.
Keeping your children safe from sexual abuse starts with simple language
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With sexual offences committed against children on the rise, parents worry constantly about keeping their children safe. One expert suggests starting with uncomplicated messaging at home.
New coronavirus variant blamed as thousands are infected in first days of the new year
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
South Africa has recorded nearly 190,000 new infections, with 4,900 deaths since New Year’s Day. In some province, new infections exceed 2020 peaks. As restrictions remain in place, the president is hopeful vaccines will arrive within months.
Closed land borders and limited funerals — South Africans remain under tight pandemic restrictions
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South Africans will have to get used to restrictions as Covid-19 regulations remain in place. In an address, President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined the adjusted rules on funerals, beaches and cross-border travel.
Tshwane’s Steve Biko Academic Hospital in the ‘eye of the pandemic storm’ – Makhura
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As Covid-19 infections strain facilities in Gauteng, Premier David Makhura visited the hospital at the centre of the struggle against the pandemic. The wave of infections also prompted officials to reopen field hospitals.
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Social innovation is the catalyst for improving SA healthcare
Despite youth-friendly policies, many teens say clinics are hostile environmentsÂ
The government is implementing the Adolescent and Youth-Friendly Services, or Youth Zones, where learners wearing school uniforms are fast-tracked.
Orange Farm taxi rank clinic brings health services closer to where men are
The clinic was established following discussions between the Orange Farm United Taxi Association and the City of Johannesburg following concerns of HIV and TB among taxi drivers.
Patients turned away as lenacapavir rollout stumbles in parts of Pretoria Â
It’s been two weeks since Gauteng began rolling out lenacapavir (LEN), but patients in parts of Pretoria are yet to get the jab
Our children are telling us something is wrongÂ
Cheap, ultra-processed foods have become the most affordable and accessible option for struggling families. Â