Greater Taung Health Sub-District

10/02/2026

🟣 NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK | 10–16 FEBRUARY 2026 🟣

This week, we stand in solidarity with Persons Living with Epilepsy across South Africa.

Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects thousands of individuals and families — yet with understanding, support, and proper treatment, people living with epilepsy can lead full and productive lives.

Let us break the stigma, spread awareness, and promote compassion.
📌 Learn the facts about epilepsy
📌 Know how to respond during a seizure
📌 Support and uplift those affected
📌 Speak out against discrimination

As we observe National Epilepsy Week, we call on all South Africans to take one meaningful action to support Persons with Epilepsy.

Together, we can build a caring and inclusive society where no one is left behind. 💜

09/02/2026

Chronic Medication Pick-Up Points

For faster and more convenient access to your chronic medication, all patients are now required to use Dablap Meds Services for the collection of their chronic medication.
This service helps reduce waiting times and ensures quicker, more efficient medication collection.
✅ Faster service
✅ Convenience
✅ Reliable access to your medication

04/02/2026

*PUBLIC WARNING:* SCAM INVOLVING FAKE EMPLOYMENT OFFERS IN THE NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

The North West Department of Health has been alerted to a fraudulent scam targeting unemployed doctors and health professionals, including individuals who have recently attended interviews for posts within the Department.

Reports indicate that an individual, falsely claiming to be affiliated with the North West Department of Health and allegedly operating from the Provincial Office in Mahikeng, is making direct phone calls to job seekers and offering permanent employment in exchange for money, with amounts reportedly *ranging up to R20 000, payable upfront*.

The Department wishes to unequivocally state that:
• ❌ *The North West Department of Health does not charge any fee* for employment, interviews, placement, or appointment into any post.
• ❌ *No official or employee of the Department is authorised to solicit money*, favours, or payments of any kind in exchange for employment.
• ❌ *All recruitment processes are conducted transparently* and through official Departmental channels only.

Members of the public are strongly warned that any request for payment linked to a job offer is a scam and should be treated as a criminal act.

The Department is deeply concerned that the scammer appears to be contacting individuals directly, possibly using information related to recent interviews, and is urging potential victims to act quickly. This is a common tactic used by scammers to pressure victims into making hasty decisions.

The public, and doctors in particular, are advised to:
• 🚫 *Not pay any money* to anyone claiming they can secure employment within the Department.
• 🚫 *Not share personal information*, banking details, or copies of identification documents.
• 📞 *Verify all employment-related communication* through official North West Department of Health platforms.
• 🚔 *Report the matter immediately to the South African Police Service (SAPS)* if contacted or if money has already been requested or transferred.

The North West Department of Health is treating this matter with seriousness and urges all job seekers to remain vigilant. The Department will continue to communicate through official platforms and encourages the public to share this warning widely to prevent further victimisation.

Issued by:
North West Department of Health

03/02/2026

Your health matters 💙
As we observe Pregnancy Awareness Week and STI/Condom Week, let’s talk prevention, protection, and planning. Use condoms correctly every time, prevent unplanned pregnancies, and protect yourself from STIs. Healthy choices today, healthier futures tomorrow.

03/02/2026

Protect Our Children from Cervical Cancer – HPV Vaccination Saves Lives

The HPV vaccine protects girls (and boys) from Human Papillomavirus (HPV), a common infection that can lead to cervical cancer and other cancers later in life.

The vaccine is safe, effective, and works best when given at a young age, before children are exposed to HPV.

Who should be vaccinated?

Girls aged 9–14 years

The vaccine is free at public schools and clinics

Why vaccinate?
✔ Prevents cervical cancer
✔ Protects future health
✔ Reduces cancer-related deaths
✔ Approved and used worldwide

Parents and guardians are encouraged to:

Give consent for vaccination

Support school health programmes

Ask questions at the nearest clinic if unsure

Vaccinating today protects tomorrow.
Let us work together to keep our children healthy and safe.

For more information, visit your nearest clinic or school health teacher.

22/01/2026

RADIO INTERVIEW ALERT

Tune in to Vaaltar FM 93.6 MHz for an informative radio interview focusing on the HPV Vaccination Campaign.

Guest: Sr Kearabetswe Gwebetse
Time: 18h00
Station: Vaaltar FM 93.6 MHz
Host: Mr Kagiso Modise
Join us as we raise awareness about the importance of the HPV vaccine in protecting the health of our children and preventing cervical cancer. Parents, guardians, educators, and community members are encouraged to tune in and be informed.
📌 Knowledge is power. Let’s protect the future together.

22/01/2026

21/01/2026

19/01/2026

*Healthy Living Awareness at Tselaathuto Secondary School*

The Greater Taung Sub-District Department of Health, together with Lower Majeakgoro Clinic embarked on a healthy living awareness campaign at Tselaathuto Secondary School.
The awareness focused on key issues affecting young people, including: reproductive health, substance abuse and mental health
Learners were empowered with important information to help them make healthy choices and take care of their overall well-being.
Together, we are building healthier communities.
One learner at a time. 💚

09/01/2026

The Department of Health urges parents and caregivers to immediately discontinue the use of the affected Nestlé NAN products in accordance with the National Consumer Commission recall notice.

Special Pro HA Infant Formula 0-12 months with batch number 51660742F3 and Best Before Date 15 December 2026.

The product recall follows the identification of a potential presence of Cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus, which constitutes a food safety concern.