National Department of Health (South Africa)

31/10/2025

Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi during a media interview after his keynote address at the Rotary Family Health Days commemoration at Elukwatini Stadium, Albert Luthuli District, Mpumalanga.

He focused on the registration of Lenacapavir for rollout in the country, the Close the Gap campaign to find and test 1.1 million people living with HIV who have disengaged from treatment, the provision of a six-month supply of medicine for people with chronic diseases to reduce the need for frequent visits to health facilities, and the objectives of the Rotary Family Health Days often held as a buildup activity to the World AIDS Day.






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31/10/2025

31/10/2025

The Rotary Family Health Days 2025 launch event was successfully held today in Elukwatini, near Badplaas, in the Chief Albert Luthuli Local Municipality, Mpumalanga. Minister of Health Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi delivered the keynote address at the event, which aimed to strengthen community engagement and provide free healthcare services to local residents.

Services offered included health screening and counseling for asthma, hypertension, and diabetes; child health services such as deworming and vaccinations (HPV and polio); family planning and reproductive health care; health education and nutrition guidance; HIV and TB testing; and eye screening.

Minister Motsoaledi was joined by Mpumalanga Health MEC Ms. Sasekani Manzini, Executive Mayor Mbuso Magubane, Civil Society Forum Chairperson Mr. Solly Nduku, Gift of the Givers CEO Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman, and Rotary Family Health Days CEO Mrs. Sue Paget. The event brought together local communities, government representatives, civil society, health workers, and implementing partners to deliver essential health services.

Together, we are building healthier communities.





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31/10/2025

💖 As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we pause to honour every woman, every survivor, and every warrior on their journey.

Each journey with breast cancer is unique, and every journey matters. Some battles are visible, others silent—but no story is ever the same, and no one should face it alone.

Let’s continue to support, educate, and empower one another. Early detection saves lives. Regular screenings, self-checks, and timely consultations are vital steps you can take today.

🌸 Let's make a difference:
- Share your story.
- Check in on a loved one.
- Encourage screening and awareness in your community.

, and together, we can ensure that no woman walks this path alone. 💖

Cansa the Cancer Association of South Africa

31/10/2025

— Protect your Child!

✅ Make sure all their vaccines are up to date. Vaccinations protect children from serious diseases like measles, tetanus, whooping cough, and more. 💉Visit your nearest clinic today!



A pregnant woman or mom can register for MomConnect health tips and appointment reminders:
Send “join” on WhatsApp to 079 631 2456 (or click this link) Dial *134*550*2 # (free)
You will need a clinic code from a nurse to complete the registration.
https://www.health.gov.za/momconnect/
https://sidebyside.co.za/

31/10/2025

Symptoms can include a new lump or thickening in the breast, changes in size or shape, and skin changes like dimpling or redness.

Early detection through regular screening is crucial for effective treatment, which can include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies.

31/10/2025

Reach out to loved ones, support groups, healthcare providers, or survivors — instead of carrying the burden silently. Access to timely screening, care and support makes a life-saving difference.


CANSA The Cancer Association of South Africa
World Health Organization (WHO)
WHO South Africa

31/10/2025

NHI Message of the Day

31/10/2025

mainly affects children under 5 years of age. However, anyone of any age who is unvaccinated can contract the disease.

As long as a single child remains infected, children in all countries are at risk of contracting polio.

We can !

World Health Organization (WHO)

31/10/2025

To: Editors and Health Journalists

30/10/2025

Data at Your Fingertips. When data is open, communities gain power to act. The Dashboard is putting information where it belongs - in your hands. The dashboard is available on the NICD website at:
https://www.nicd.ac.za/tb-naat-dashboard/

World Health Organization (WHO)

30/10/2025

MEC for Health in Mpumalanga, Ms Sasekani Manzini during an interview with Ligwala Gwala ahead of the main programme of the Rotary Family Health Days commemoration at Elukwatini Stadium, Albert Luthuli District, Mpumalanga.





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