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.
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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.
Traditional healers debate initiation school age
EASTERN CAPE - Whether young men are ready for initiation school at the age of 16, or if they should wait until they are 18 was the basis of heated discussions among traditional healers at the recent public hearings into the Customary Initiation Bill held at the Club House Hall in Flagstaff.
Whooping cough spreading in Mpumalanga
The Mpumalanga Department of Health has observed a sudden increase in pertussis, commonly known as “whooping cough” in children under five, and particularly one year-olds.
Skilled nurses strengthen HIV fight
The Limpopo Department of Health says nurses who complete a specialist programme are an important weapon in the fight against HIV/Aids.
Second round of HPV vaccinations underway
Grade 4 girls across the Flagstaff circuit in the Eastern Cape are being vaccinated for the second round against the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) after the departments of health and education launched the HPV vaccination campaign.
HIV-positive mom warns against using muti
Nomsa Nyali was diagnosed with HIV when she was 22 and pregnant. Her son is now 16 - she lives to encourage other HIV-positive people to be brave.
Suicide awareness a big concern
Mental health organisations have embarked on raising awareness of depression - the leading cause of many suicides.
Babies face ‘dire consequences’ if given solids too soon
The World Health Organisation recommends that infants should be breastfed exclusively for the first six months to achieve optimal growth, development and health - but it’s not always possible.