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OUR HEALTH. OurHealth is a project that trains and supports local activists and aspiring health journalists. Our citizen journalists (CJs) live in rural and poorly-covered areas in South Africa, and report on health issues affecting their communities. Molefi Sompane. /// News, Our Health.
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Angry workers disrupt health services in Botshabelo over contract terminations. Over 1300 healthcare workers, including nurses, clerks, and cleaners, are facing sudden job termination after Covid-19 contracts were ended due to budget constraints. Parents left with questions after pesticide-linked deaths of children in Naledi.
E-waste: A toxic threat but why don’t South Africans recycle?
Sep 30, 2021 · There's a burning issue affecting the entire planet: e-waste, a hazardous electronic waste which is increasing rapidly in the world and especially in South Africa. Yet, according to research, many South Africans don't recycle their e-waste and a lack of knowledge is the main barrier. The rapid growth of e-waste, which often has devastating effects on one's health, is a huge concern for South ...
Childhood Immunisation: Everything you need to know
May 8, 2023 · Childhood immunisation is extremely important as it is life-saving. According to the World Health Organisation, childhood immunisation specifically saves at least 5 million lives per year. It is one of the most cost-effective ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, not only amongst children but in the community at large.
Bilharzia: A silent disease lurking in our waters - Health-e News
Sep 3, 2022 · Bilharzia infection occurs when larval forms of the parasite, released by snails, enter the skin. These worms live in freshwater bodies such as canals, rivers, lakes, ponds and reservoirs. Individuals become infected when they come in contact with the infested water while washing, paddling or swimming.
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The health compact is intended to unite various sectors of society in addressing South Africa's health challenges, but the lack of consensus highlights the ongoing divisions over the best approach to achieving universal health coverage. Gauteng Health summoned to legislature for failing to pay R1 billion to suppliers.
HIV prevention injection: What you need to know about SA's …
Jan 31, 2022 · The ball is rolling as South Africa prepares to make the HIV prevention injection a reality in a country where close to eight million people are living with the virus.. Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last month, National Department of Health spokesperson, Foster Moahle, said an application has been submitted to obtain the new long-acting injectable cabotegravir (CAB-LA).
Opinion and Editorial - Health-e News
Opinion and Editorial. Cancer cells can evade the immune system, create their own blood supply, and adapt to survive under different conditions. Despite the challenges, Karabo returned to school with the support of her family and friends. She returned to school shortly after giving birth.
Trauma cases are burdening the Western Cape’s healthcare system
Trauma cases contribute to surgery backlogs. “Of the 79 058 cases, almost half (35 108) trauma injury patients presented due to interpersonal violence. These patients are young adults, often between 20-40″. Cloete said the weekend and end-of-month saw considerable spikes in cases compared to midweek or mid-month.
Our Health - Health-e News
Our Health. OurHealth is a project that trains and supports local activists and aspiring health journalists. Our citizen journalists (CJs) live in rural and poorly-covered areas in South Africa, and report on health issues affecting their communities. A pattern of water quality issues has plagued Moqhaka for years, including incidents of ...