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Wits University trial Covid-19 vaccine only 49.4% effective

The Novavax vaccine proves to be only 49.4% effective against Covid-19. The vaccine is undergoing trials in both South Africa and the United Kingdom.

#JusticeforShoni: Health ombudsman finds ‘Substandard, negligent and appalling’ treatment reported at Tembisa Hospital

Following an investigation into alleged mistreatment of Shonisani Lethole at Tembisa Hospital, the health ombudsman finds ‘appalling’ treatment and alleged attempts to cover-up evidence.
Gauteng health workers to get Covid-19 vaccines

Gauteng health workers to receive Covid-19 vaccines by Monday, but that doesn’t solve South Africa’s vaccines woes

On 1 February, Gauteng’s healthcare workers will be first to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. But, as President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech to world leaders shows, securing vaccines for the rest of the country is ongoing.
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Women and adolescent girls should be first in line for Covid-19 vaccine, says NGO

What does a feminist approach to the Covid-19 vaccine rollout look like? The head of the Soul City Institute has the answer.
Hands washing in the midst of a pandemic

Government enlists community organisations to end Covid-19 disinformation and vaccine conspiracies

Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says that civil society organisations will be crucial in spreading accurate information about the Covid-19 vaccine.

‘Degrading, humiliating, distressing’ – report finds medical schemes racially profiled black doctors

‘Degrading, humiliating, and distressing’ – Section 59 investigation finds medical schemes racially profiled black health practitioners. The findings of investigation stemming from allegations from black doctors were released this week, despite attempts to block in in court.
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New Covid-19 variant could mean reinfection – even after recovery

A global study of the new coronavirus variant, 501Y.V2, shows that the virus may be resistant to existing vaccines. As scientists warn of increased infections due to the variant, South Africa records hospital admissions doubling in second wave, while the coronavirus also transmits much faster.
Gauteng Health To Fill Top Positions

Soweto family seeks legal advice after hospital COVID-19 confusion

A Soweto family wants answers after staff at the Bheki Mlanngeni hospital said their mother died of COVID-19, but her death certificate states otherwise.
Children won't be going back to school until mid-February in South Africa

Learners have mixed emotions after schools reopening postponed

Learners have welcomed the Basic Education Department’s decision to postpone the reopening of schools by two weeks but they fear for their safety.
Child Abuse Education in Simple Language

Keeping your children safe from sexual abuse starts with simple language

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.
President Cyril Ramaphosa

Closed land borders and limited funerals — South Africans remain under tight pandemic restrictions

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

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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