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Mother’s heartbreaking loss highlights need for brain aneurysm foundation in South Africa MIDDELBURG – Mrs Bold South Africa finalist, Patricia Fortuin, is determined to raise awareness about a condition often referred to as a silent killer. Patricia emphasised that brain aneurysm is as grave as HIV/AIDS and high blood pressure, yet its severity is not…
MPUMALANGA – Nkangala District has demonstrated the lowest HIV/AIDS infection rate in comparison to the other two districts within the province. As per the report unveiled by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) during a provincial dialogue held in eMalahleni on Tuesday, September 17, the HIV prevalence in Nkangala stands at 13.1%, while Gert Sibande…
MPUMALANGA – The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Mpumalanga has raised concerns about the province’s preparedness to handle a potential outbreak of the Mpox virus. In a letter to Health MEC Sasekani Manzini, the DA’s provincial health spokesperson, Bosman Grobler, questioned whether provincial health facilities are adequately equipped to respond to the looming threat. “With the…
EMALAHLENI – In a significant stride towards addressing the escalating issue of violence in Mpumalanga, the Department of Health, in collaboration with the University of South Africa (UNISA) and the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), recently convened a colloquium focused on advancing the 2030 Violence Prevention Agenda. The gathering highlighted the need for enhanced…
DELMAS – The Victor Khanye Local Municipality recently hosted two crucial health drives, highlighting the importance of both blood donation and breast cancer screening. These initiatives aim to improve the health and well-being of the community by addressing critical needs in South Africa. The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) conducted a blood donation drive,…
Diarrheal outbreak linked to poor water quality after merger BARBERTON – Barberton residents assert that their water issues began only after Umjindi Barberton was amalgamated with Mbombela in 2016. Simon Dlakude (41), a resident for over a decade, noted that prior to 2016, they enjoyed clean water without any complaints. “It was not until Umjindi…
eMalahleni – Lifestyle Pinnacle, located at 4929 Willie Ackerman Drive, Ackerville, Emalahleni, has launched an inspiring initiative offering free workout sessions for the elderly from Monday to Friday. According to the founders, the program is designed with the understanding that staying active in old age is crucial for maintaining health and well-being. They have also…
Premier Mandla Ndlovu urges men to test for HIV instead of relying on their partners’ status. – On June 28, 2024, the Victor Khanye Local Municipality Social Services hosted an HIV and AIDS health awareness event, including the deworming of children, at the Waaikraal soccer ground. The aim was to empower the Waaikraal community, and…
– Registered on January 23, 2018, by Thabo Madupela, a social worker from Tutela, the Greater Delmas Community-Based Prevention of Substance Abuse Organization has become active earlier this year. The organization’s objective is to raise awareness about the dangers and effects of substance abuse, while also equipping parents, teachers, and caregivers with the skills to…
It’s going to take at least three weeks for the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) system to be restored following the cyber attack on June 22, 2024, claimed the institution in a statement released on July 3. The extended downtime means NHLS remains unable to process 6.3 million blood tests, leaving people undiagnosed and their…
