NMB warns of rabies outbreak as boy dies from dog bite
The Nelson Mandela Bay metro has been hit by an outbreak of rabies, which has claimed its first victim so far, a nine-year-old boy from Motherwell township, in Gqeberha.
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Madimbo Clinic baby death: Family, DA seek answers
A Limpopo family has been left to pick up the pieces following the death of their baby a day after she was born outside the gates of Madimbo Clinic in Musina. Together with the family, the DA has since laid charges of culpable homicide and negligence following a shocking series of events.
HIV activist relieved to have turned ARV corner
After struggling to accept his diagnosis for years, a young HIV activist has put all his fears to rest and is relieved to have made peace with taking his antiretroviral medication (ARVs). The 28-year-old now realises that treatment is a lifelong commitment.
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.
Shocking new wave of HIV, pregnancies among FS teens
In what has been labelled a ‘disaster’, a director of an NGO in the Free State is fuming following the release of HIV and pregnancy statistics which reveals a shocking new trend in the number of HIV infections and pregnancies among adolescent girls.
NCD prevention integration into global healthcare ‘vital’
The COVID-19 pandemic and the rising prevalence of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) have exposed the underlying weaknesses in public healthcare systems, which could threaten the gains made against diseases such as HIV, malaria and tuberculosis in poorer countries, according to a new report by the NCD Alliance.
Ritshidze: FS health department faces moment of truth
The moment of truth has arrived for the Free State Department of Health following the release of the Ritshidze report – detailing all its shortcomings – which was presented at a community accountability meeting in the Batho location on Thursday.
World Suicide Prevention Day: Help is around the corner
As South Africans mark World Suicide Prevention Day, experts warn that many people who suffer from mental health issues either don’t know where to get help, or refuse to do so due to stigma.
Unemployment: SA youth battle country’s ‘other pandemic’
Young people in South Africa have been particularly hard hit by the country’s spiralling unemployment rate, with many turning to substance abuse and developing depression as they see no way out of their situation.
Accreditation crisis spells diaster for Limpopo nursing
Limpopo’s already severe shortage of nursing staff could become critical as the Limpopo Nursing College risks losing its accreditation after failing to admit new trainees for the past two years.
Foetal Alcohol Syndrome: Even small amounts of alcohol can do damage
Today is International Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day and the message from experts is that no amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy.
Spate of missing children incidents rock Limpopo
The month of August – in which women are celebrated – ended tragically when at least six children went missing in Limpopo. Four were later found dead in three separate incidents.
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.
Free State: Tsiu aims to reignite COVID-19 vaccine spark
The Free State Department of Health, headed by MEC Montsheng Tsiu, will extend its vaccination drive to taxi ranks and shopping malls with the hope of reigniting the initial COVID-19 vaccination buzz which has died down in recent weeks.
Oral health: Forget the fizz, says Limpopo dentist
A Limpopo dentist is offering free oral health screening services as the country marks National Oral Health Awareness Month this September – and has urged people to stay away from fizzy, sugary drinks which are the main tooth decay culprits.