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Dr Thato Mosehle has been appointed as the lead ambassador for the North West Province’s vaccine rollout program.

Mosehle: Beauty queen glides into new COVID-19 role

From flying the South African flag high on the international pageant stage to stepping into the COVID-19 battle, Dr Thato Mosehle has been appointed as the lead ambassador for the North West Province’s vaccine rollout program.
#vacciNATION4MEN aims to get more men to get a COVID-19 vaccine

Cosatu adds its voice to mandatory vaccination debate

Discovery’s decision to implement mandatory vaccination at its workplaces from early next year has irked Cosatu, South Africa’s largest trade union, forcing them to weigh in on the controversial matter.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound impact on children’s healthcare provision.

Children’s healthcare takes a back seat during COVID-19

The global COVID-19 pandemic has had an extreme impact on South African children’s lives in ways that will be felt for years to come, say health experts.
Mandatory vaccination in South Africa is on the cards.

Mandatory vaccination: Which way will SA go?

As the debate about mandatory vaccination in South Africa rages on, Health-e News asks the question: Are we going to see policies dictating compulsory jabs?
KwaZulu-Natal premier Sihle Zikhalala confirmed the retention of contract staff to fight the current third and potential fourth COVID-19 waves in the province.

KwaZulu-Natal retains staff to bulk up COVID-19 response

The KwaZulu-Natal provincial government has extended the contracts of temporary staff to boost the province’s response to the current third wave of the COIVD-19 pandemic and to also bulk up for the potential fourth wave.
Thandukuthula Khambule, known as PIMPDLOZI, describes himself as a traditional healer who moves with the times.

‘PIMPDLOZI’ adds modern twist to ancient form of healing

This African Traditional Medicine Week we profile Thandukuthula Khambule who is affectionately known as “PIMPDLOZI”. He is not only a traditional healer, but also an entrepreneur and self-confessed fashionista and says the two lifestyles can happily coexist.
Gauteng premier David Makhuru praised the Zwartkops Raceway COVID-19 vaccine drive-through site.

Makhura lauds Zwartkops Raceway drive-through COVID-19 vaccine site

Gauteng Premier, David Makhura, praised the Zwartkops Raceway COVID-19 vaccine site which reached a major milestone this week, administering 5000 jabs in only 10 days since it opened. He also thanked Tshwane’s very first drive-through facility for helping government reach more adults.
Ruben Scheepers able to hear for the first time following cochlear implant.

WATCH: Little Ruben gives cochlear implant a thumbs-up

The Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss in Southern Africa has stepped in to secure sponsorship for six-year-old Ruben Scheepers’ life-changing cochlear implant operation. Watch him hear for the first time in this video.
New book tackles often-taboo topic of menstruation.

Menstruation: New book ‘Flow’ tackles often-taboo topic

Written by three women, ‘Flow: the book about menstruation’ is aimed at revolutionising the conversation about menstruation and helping people better understand of the often-taboo topic.
Young nurse ready to be a game changer.

#WomensMonth: Young nurse vows to be a game changer

Nursing wasn’t her first choice but the profession soon won Ntombiyethu Mtambo over and the young nurse hasn’t looked back. She realised that helping people is a God-given gift and believes her passion will help make a difference in years to come.

TB expert Dr Norbert Ndjeka receives recognition for his work

Last month the National Department of Health’s Director of Drug-resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB), Dr Norbert Ndjeka, received an honorary doctorate from the University of Cape Town for his work in the field of DR-TB treatment.
Family of Sam Mbatha hopes justice will be served in upcoming court case of murdered son.

Mbatha murder: Family demand justice for their beloved Sam

The family of Sam Junior Mbatha has called on the public and friends of the LGBTQI community for support as the main suspect in their son’s murder prepares to appear in court next week. They also hope justice will prevail not only for their son, but for all those killed based on their sexuality.

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