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Praktiseer residents call for neglected old clinic building to be reusedĀ 

The old building has been standing empty and unused for 20 years and is rundown. The doors, windows and ceiling on the building are all broken
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Bilharzia outbreak hits Limpopoā€™s Mopani districtĀ 

Bilharzia is a parasitic disease caused by flatworms that live in freshwater sources such as rivers and dams.
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Qwaqwa residents say tap water is making them sickĀ 

In response, Map Water stated it was investigating the contamination claims but noted that there is no significant trend of waterborne diseases in the area.
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HIV survey shows major gaps in Limpopo despite the progress madeĀ Ā 

The survey calls for targeted interventions for age groups most affected by HIV, particularly adolescent girls and young women.
an abandoned building

Praktiseer residents call for neglected old clinic building to be reusedĀ 

The old building has been standing empty and unused for 20 years and is rundown. The doors, windows and ceiling on the building are all broken
Children swimming in a river

Bilharzia outbreak hits Limpopoā€™s Mopani districtĀ 

Bilharzia is a parasitic disease caused by flatworms that live in freshwater sources such as rivers and dams.
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Getting the right help and support is crucial for people who have experienced gender-based violence (GBV). Immediate support can help victims escape dangerous situations, find safe shelter, get psychological support and secure legal protection. The TEARS Foundation is a non-profit organisation that supports GBV victims by providing a database of help services. Their new report shows that between 2020 and 2023 their helpline, Help-At-Your-Fingertips, received 53 004 calls. These callers are helped through the free USSD helpline service by dialling *134*7355#. Learn more here: https://tears.co.za/ #healthnews #southafrica #genderbasedviolence #stopgenderbasedviolence #gbvf
TEARS Foundation Provides Free Help & Support for GBV Victims
Gender based violence (GBV) is a widespread problem in South Africa.The country has among the highest cases of rape in the world. In May 2024 President Cyril Ramaphos signed the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Bill into law, but thereā€™s a lot to be done to address the scourge. According to the non-profit organisation, Rape Crisis many rape survivors never see the inside of a courtroom, often because they do not have access to the first step in the criminal justice system ā€“ post rape care. Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCCs) are a cornerstone of the countryā€™s anti-rape strategy. TCCs are one-stop facilities aimed at providing psychosocial, medical and legal services for victims of gender-based violence (GBV) under one roof. GBV includes rape, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Learn more here: https://www.gov.za/TCC #GenderBasesViolence #ThuthuzelaCareCentres #SouthAfrica #GBVF
65th Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC) Opens in Mitchell's Plain, Cape Town
Doctors, scientists and the World Health Organisation say the new mpox strain, clade 1b, is concerning. The National Department of Health (South Africa) says the country has recorded 24 postive cases of mpox so far but there is still no need for panic as they are closely monitoring the situation. But why is there such a big concern about clade 1b? Watch to find out. #mpoxoutbreak #healthnews #mpox https://health-e.org.za/2024/08/15/mpox-global-health-emergency-south-african-scientists-say-no-need-for-panic/
mpox Strain, Clade 1b Has Scientists, WHO and Doctors Worried.
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October is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and we're highlighting the stories of two young people from our previous article. Sophie left her job due to bullying and Malusi left due to micromanagement; both prioritising their well-being. Would you do the same? https://health-e.org.za/2023/07/07/corporate-wellness-why-i-left-my-job-for-my-mental-health/

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With over 2000 cases of serious adverse events reported, Dr. Aslam Dasoo from the Progressive Health Forum says the Gauteng Department of Health is dysfunctional and shouldn't operate independently. https://health-e.org.za/2024/10/01/atrocious-management-behind-the-high-rate-of-medical-negligence-in-gauteng/0/ #PublicHealth #Gauteng #HealthNews

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