Sediba Hope Medical Centre

28/04/2026

We are excited to witness the launch of the WHO Global Hepatitis Report 2026 here at the World Hepatitis Summit.

This report provides a consolidated global estimates on viral hepatitis, highlighting both the progress made and the urgent gaps that remain as we strive for 2030 elimination goals.

The data is a sobering reminder of why our work at Sediba Hope Medical Centre is so vital:
* An estimated 14 million people worldwide inject drugs—approximately 0.3% of the global population aged 15–64.
* While only 0.6% of the general population lives with HCV, an estimated 39% of people who inject drugs are living with the infection.
* The risk of HCV infection through shared needles is 5–10 times higher than the risk for HIV.
* Globally, only 18 per 100 people who inject drugs access to opioid agonist maintenance therapy.

At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we are committed to turning these global insights into local action through our integrated approach for those most affected.

Read the full report here:
https://iris.who.int/items/b89fc26c-9fdb-465a-ae3d-a325a35bd4e7

28/04/2026

Join us at the World Hepatitis Summit 2026 for our community desk exhibition to learn how we are tackling viral hepatitis and HIV in South Africa! 🌍💉

Visit the Sediba Hope Medical Centre stand:
📆 28 April 2026
⏰ 14:00 – 16:00
📌 6th Floor, Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai, Bangkok, Thailand

We are showcasing our one-stop-shop blueprint, featuring our five-fold point-of-service screening and treatment model, decentralized diagnostics, and over a 15 years of successful public-private partnerships.

27/04/2026

We are honoured to be part of the Community Impact Programme Accelerator in Bangkok, hosted by the World Hepatitis Alliance! 🇹🇭🌍

Sessions focus on resource mobilization and strategic advocacy. We are here to learn how to translate our ground-level implementation data into compelling policy narratives to secure sustainable, domestic financing for hepatitis c interventions. By empowering civil society, our goal is to scale decentralized, stigma-free viral hepatitis care for people who inject drugs in South Africa.

We are ready to turn clinical evidence into enduring systemic action! 💡🏥

27/04/2026

Checking in from the World Hepatitis Summit site visit in Bangkok! 🇹🇭🩺

Spending the morning at the Bangkok Metropolitan New Step Administration Clinic Ladprao, a public health facility with integrated community-based harm-reduction services, including the C-FREE research project for hepatitis c treatment.

22/04/2026

We are honored to play our part as a contributor to the South African Community Epidemiology Network on Drug Use (SACENDU) facilitated by the South African Medical Research Council. By providing consistent, biannual data on drug use trends and treatment demand, we help ensure that both local and international policies—like these new WHO guidelines—are grounded in the real-world experiences of our communities.

SAMRC contributes to WHO guidelines on the treatment of opioid dependence and the community management of opioid overdose. The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced updated recommendations for its forthcoming guidelines on the treatment of opioid dependence and the community management of opioid overdose, responding to the substantial global burden of opioid-related morbidity and mortality. The South African Medical Research Council, through its Mental health, Alcohol, Substance use and To***co Research Unit (MASTRU), played a key role in the development of these guidelines as the guidelines m**hodologist responsible for ensuring the scientific rigour of the m**hods used to formulate these new guidelines.

https://www.samrc.ac.za/press-releases/samrc-contributes-who-guidelines-treatment-opioid-dependence-and-community

20/04/2026

Breaking free from substance use is not easy - but it is possible. Strength grows in small decisions, and every step forward counts. We believe in your ability to rise, rebuild, and reclaim your life. 🚶🏾‍♂️✨

20/04/2026

We appreciate Voilet's dedicated and long-standing service to the community of people who use drugs in Gauteng. Her commitment to advocacy and health equity continues empower the community.

“INWUD is important because it is a space by women and for women. There is a critical need for women centred programmes that empower women who use drugs and this platform gives us a chance to engage and work together more effectively. INWUD means solidarity, safe spaces for women to work together and engage fearlessly. It means women empowering one another.”

INWUD, a global network of women who use drugs. Welcome to INWUD everyone. Let’s be what we need for each other. Come celebrate with us at the

Welcome to INWUD Dance Party on April 16.

15/04/2026

Your Health Results—Now Faster Than Ever! 🩺🩸🔬💉⏲️

At Sediba Hope Medical Centre , we are committed to providing you with the most efficient & comprehensive care. We are excited to announce that we now offer the following blood tests on-site:

🧪 Cholesterol Screening
🧪 Kidney Function Tests
🧪 Liver Function Tests

No more waiting days for lab results. Our advanced on-site technology allows us to provide your results during your consultation, enabling our clinical team to discuss your health plan with you immediately.

Take control of your health with real-time insights & expert guidance.

📅 Book your screening today:
📧 Email: admin@shmc.co.za
📞 Call: 012 323 1106
🖱️ Online: https://www.recomed.co.za/clinical-services/pretoria/sediba-hope-medical-centre/60828/74183/

14/04/2026

Don't forget about us when you're shopping - in-store or online!
Help us give the gift of Dignity.

Comment "I've filled a Pack" or "Dignity Loading" if you've organised a delivery.

13/04/2026

13/04/2026

At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we believe that regular screening is the first step toward a healthier life. Whether you have a busy schedule or find yourself nearby, we make it easy to prioritize your heart health. We offer professional blood pressure screenings for both scheduled appointments and walk-in patients.

Connect with us to book:
🔗 Online: https://www.recomed.co.za/clinical-services/pretoria/sediba-hope-medical-centre/60828/74183/
💬 WhatsApp Us: 083 670 9352
📞 Call: 012 323 1106
📌 Visit: 1st Floor Sediba House, 173 Bosman Street, T

Your health can’t wait—visit the Well of Hope today and know your numbers.

Derby day reminder. Love your team, but don’t let Chiefs vs Pirates send your blood pressure through the roof. Know your numbers.

13/04/2026

Understanding the science behind substance use is essential for creating an environment of empathy and effective care.

This article sheds light on the complexities of addiction and why a health-centered approach is vital for long-term recovery.

In Westbury, Johannesburg, Bridget Munnik — known as Auntie Brie — has watched drugs shape her community for generations. Her brothers used Mandrax. Her sons struggled with crystal m**h. "I saw the monsters, where they became very aggressive."

Today it’s known as one of Johannesburg's deadliest areas, plagued by gangs, violence and poverty. And experts say what's fuelling the crisis is that South Africa's own drug policies are fighting each other.

The National Drug Master Plan says addiction is a chronic disease. Police follow a law that says it's a crime. The result? Communities remain trapped while proven harm reduction programmes — like m**hadone treatment and needle exchanges — remain scarce.

Read more about South Africa's contradictory war on drugs — and what communities like Westbury need to break the cycle.

https://bhekisisa.org/article/2026-04-13-heres-how-to-make-drug-addiction-a-health-issue-not-a-criminal-one/