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Immunisation rates have remained below their pre-COVID-19 levels in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, Northern and Western Cape.

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Nov 20, 2024 · Neil Shikwambana, spokesperson for Limpopo Department of Health concedes there are challenges regarding toilets in health facilities. “Toilet paper and other utilities are supplied regularly to all our facilities, so we don’t have a crisis.

6 days ago · The SIU uncovered serious irregularities in the awarding of contractors for the refurbishment of the AngloGold Ashanti Hospital which was supposed to have 180 ICU beds for COVID-19 critical care.

Apr 5, 2024 · “Disparities regarding access to specialised care and resources between public and private healthcare systems exist,” says Araujo. She explains that health services in the private sector are more expedited and personalised.

Sep 19, 2023 · Eastern Cape patients using public health facilities report being turned away, those living with HIV being shouted at, while key populations face hostile services from healthcare workers.. These are some of the findings outlined in a new report by Ritshidze, which is a coalition of non-profit HIV advocacy organisations.The report was launched on Tuesday this week, during a community meeting at ...

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