https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/330.html South Africa Public health news 15 Public Health news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/330.html en-us Sat, 09 May 2026 10:51:56 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-traces-airlink-passengers-after-cruise-linked-hantavirus-case-958124a Passengers who travelled on Airlink flight 4Z132 from St Helena to Johannesburg on 25 April 2026 are being traced after a hantavirus case linked to a wider international cruise ship outbreak prompted a coordinated public health response. 1-267894 Thu, 07 May 2026 10:55:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/protect-your-circle-get-your-flu-vaccination-now-625781a We’ve all been there: one co-worker arrives feeling fine on Monday, has the sniffles by Tuesday, and by Wednesday has a fever. By Thursday, more co-workers show symptoms, and suddenly the office feels like a flu incubator. 1-267731 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/south-africa-introduces-first-real-time-diabetes-monitoring-dashboard-625051a In a major step forward in tackling one of the country’s leading causes of death, the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS), in collaboration with the Gauteng Department of Health, National Priority Programmes, and the Wits Diagnostic Innovation Hub (DIH), has developed South Africa’s first National Diabetes (HbA1c) Dashboard. 1-267671 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:10:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/leadership-transparency-and-culture-shifts-are-key-to-improving-public-sector-healthcare-quality-069555a Strong leadership, functional governance and an honest culture of reporting are among the critical factors needed to improve and sustain quality care in South Africa’s public health sector, experts said during a panel discussion at the Hospital Show Conference hosted by Cohsasa in Sandton recently. 1-267587 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:19:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/more-than-40-of-capetonians-face-severe-air-pollution-health-risks-514480a A new University of Cape Town study published in the GeoHealth Journal has found that more than 40% of the population in Cape Town is exposed to high or very high levels of air pollution. The study produced the first high-resolution map of air pollution risk across the Cape Town metropolitan area. 1-267496 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:09:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/gauteng-reports-uptick-in-malaria-cases-amid-regional-travel-risks-392218a Following a report of a rise in malaria cases in the province, the Gauteng Department of Health has urged residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate medical attention if they develop symptoms of the potentially life-threatening disease. 1-267443 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:12:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/rooibos-tea-rituals-could-enhance-focus-and-reduce-anxiety-736652a In a world of endless notifications, relentless multitasking and constant information overload, the ability to focus is slipping through our fingers. 1-267442 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:40:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/clicks-opens-800th-pharmacy-strengthening-national-healthcare-access-392028a Health and beauty retailer Clicks Group has marked a significant milestone in its national expansion strategy with the opening of its 800th pharmacy, reinforcing its commitment to improving access to affordable healthcare across South Africa. 1-267373 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:43:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/takealot-and-cansas-cheeky-campaign-reminds-men-to-check-your-package-736432a When it comes to testicular cancer, early detection can be the difference between life and death. The survival rate when caught early is 99%, and testicular cancer is almost entirely curable. Unfortunately, many South African men skip the simple self-check that could save their lives. 1-267362 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:17:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/implicated-individuals-in-life-esidimeni-tragedy-to-be-prosecuted-958614a The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) will institute legal action against individuals implicated in the Life Esidimeni tragedy. 1-267334 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:13:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Public Health South Africa