Madala keeps fit at 64
Years after retiring from boxing, Seabelo “HappyBoy” Rapulana (64) continues to keep fit.
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Depression: Treat to defeat
Mpumalanga - Carol Ngcamane was recently diagnosed with depression and is slowly coming to terms with the diagnosis.
Thousands of disabled youth not in school
There are more than 500 000 children with disabilities who are not attending school - this is according to Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga.
Injectable contraceptives shortage in Limpopo is ‘not a crisis’
While injectable contraceptives are in short supply at Limpopo’s public health facilities emerges, the Department of Health (DoH) maintains there is no crisis and patients need to simply opt for other methods of family planning.
Young people turn the tide against depression
A 26-year-old man from Botshabelo in the Free State, who has battled through years of deep depression, has decided to start a support group to help others like himself.
Doctor accused of molesting patient in his surgery
NORTH-WEST – Sexual assault charges have been laid against a doctor from Ikageng after he allegedly fondled and penetrated a young woman at his practice when she went to him for treatment.
Potch township’s only 24-hour clinic left with one toilet
NORTH WEST - The only 24-hour clinic serving the township of Ikaneng – Boiki Tlhapi Clinic – currently has only one working toilet at the facility.
Cancer survivor dedicates time to helping others
LIMPOPO - Having being diagnosed with stage three osteosarcoma – a type of bone cancer - at the age of 23 years, Nomsa Tshingowe (27) of Mulima village, outside Louis Trichard has fought off death.
Promoting a healthy lifestyle for Soweto’s moms-to-be
SOWETO – A network of social franchises has sprung up across Soweto to meet the area’s needs for decent prenatal classes in the townships. Story by Pamela Mkhize.
Limpopo Health preparing for cholera influx from Zim
LIMPOPO – A recent outbreak of cholera and typhoid in Harare, Zimbabwe has left scores of people infected and about 18 people dead, the Department of Health in Limpopo has said that they are more than ready to deal with the deadly diseases.
Young people shun contraceptives
EASTERN CAPE - Despite ongoing campaigns and intervention programmes promoting safe sex, contraceptive use remains a controversial issue for South African youth.
Widespread ignorance about STIs in SA
Health experts have warned that sexually transmitted infections (STI) have increased in South Africa, and say that young people - between the ages of 15 and 24 - are the most likely to contract an STI.
Malaria cases reported in Limpopo
While some parts of Limpopo Province have started reporting cases of malaria, the Malaria Institute in the province has dismissed claims of an outbreak saying everything is in place to control further infections.
NGOs work together to help pregnant learners
Girls still in primary school are among the many learners who have become pregnant. This shocking update emerged during a consultative meeting facilitated by NACOSA, a network of civil society organisations working to turn the tide on HIV, Aids and TB.
Wild mushrooms a ‘silent killer’
KWA-ZULU NATAL - Wild fruit and vegetables are highly consumed in rural areas and are rich in micronutrients and antioxidants - but they can also be deadly.