Early Detection of Cancer Saves Lives
In commemoration of World Cancer Day on 4 February, the City of Johannesburg’s Department of Health, in partnership with Pink**//
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Chinese Hospital Ship “Peace Ark” Completes Humanitarian Mission
The Peace Ark departed on June 16, 2024, and completed a record-breaking journey of 215 days, covering more than 30,000 nautical miles. This was the longest and most extensive deployment since the mission series began in 2010.
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Department releases investigation report into death of expectant mother in Joburg
The department expressed disappointment over unfounded allegations circulated on public platforms by various interested parties, describing them as “malicious and not based on clinical facts”.
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South Africa welcomes over 1400 new citizens on New Year’s Day
The breakdown of births per province revealed that Gauteng recorded the highest number of births with 387, followed by Eastern Cape (219) and Limpopo (191).
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Manufacturer recalls Yaz Plus contraceptives due to a quality issue
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has reported a quality issue concerning batch WEW96J, which was distributed between 9 and 24 November 2023.
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China Dispatches Naval Hospital to South Africa
The hospital ship, known as the Peace Ark, which is on its way to Cape Town to provide humanitarian medical assistance has over 300 beds onboard, and is equipped with advanced modern medical facilities.
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Health MEC commends Gauteng EMS festive season response
There has been a decline in medical related cases from 18 121 to 16 876, while trauma related cases have increased from 5 795 to 6 000.
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Foundation donates wheelchairs to UJ
Own Correspondent The Sweethearts Foundation has donated wheelchairs to the University of Johannesburg disability unit. Disability unit team leader Leila**//
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Global organisations urge safe schools reopening
Johannesburg – The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF have urged African governments to promote safe reopening of schools, taking**//
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