Tackling TB

Vodacom backs TB vaccine research

The South African Tuberculosis Vaccine Initiative, one of the leading TB vaccine research organisations in the world, is to expand its capacity to store blood samples from people who take part in its research, thanks to a donation from Vodacom.

More Gauteng babies born HIV-negative

More than 90 percent of babies born to HIV-positive mothers in public health facilities in Gauteng between April and June 2010 were saved from the virus, says the provincial Health and Social Development Department.

Govt, business to promote HIV testing

The Department of Health will be partnering with Business Unity South Africa to help strengthen the government's HIV Counselling and Testing campaign, says Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi.

USAID helps fight cervical cancer

In commemoration of Women's Month, the United States Agency for International Development has donated more than R5-million worth of medical and surgical equipment to KwaZulu-Natal, enabling the province to screen and treat up to one-million women for cervical cancer over the next two years.

Rural women inspire HIV researchers

In rural Vulindlela, a town 90 kilometres outside Durban, one in 10 girls is HIV positive by the age of 16; by 24, more than half are infected. For two local scientists, finding effective treatment for a disease that affects mostly women was an urgent priority.

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South Africa's Aids action plan

SA's Aids action plan

South Africa plans to spend around R45-billion on halving the rate of new HIV infections by 2011 and providing treatment, care and support to at least 80% of people living with HIV/Aids.

Health care in South Africa

Health care in South Africa

How our public health care system works, how it relates to our fast-growing private health care sector, and the challenges it faces from Aids, tuberculosis and malaria.

South Africa health FAQ

South Africa health FAQ

What are South Africa's emergency services like? Where can I find a private clinic or GP in my area? What medicines are available over the counter?

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Health tips for travellers

South Africa is a safe destination with good levels of hygiene and drinkable water. There are nonetheless some health issues that you should be aware of.

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