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We are an affordable restricted scheme making private healthcare accessible to the working class. We give members access to everything that rewards their lives.

We go the extra mile.

16/03/2026

It’s TB Awareness Month. ❤️

Tuberculosis (TB) spreads through the air, especially in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces.

You may be at higher risk if you’ve had close contact with someone with untreated TB or if you have a weakened immune system.

The good news? TB is preventable and treatable- when detected early.

Umvuzo Health members have access to the Active Disease Management Programme, offering structured support and guidance throughout treatment.

Know the risk. Take action. Stop the spread.

12/03/2026

Visit any participating pharmacy that offers prevention and screening benefits, such as:

💉 Flu vaccines
🩸 Glucose & cholesterol testing (finger prick)
❤️ Blood pressure checks
📏 Body Mass Index & waist circumference
🧪 Rapid HIV testing

Plus:
✔ Age-specific screenings for early detection
✔ Vaccinations to prevent disease
✔ A disease management program to support ongoing care

Prevention today means fewer complications tomorrow.
Get screened. Stay informed. Avoid preventable diseases. 💚

-BasedCare

10/03/2026

Your health needs change with age! and your screenings should too. 💚
Here’s what to prioritise at every stage of life:

🟢 Ages 18–39

Focus on general health checks:
• Blood pressure
• Cholesterol & blood sugar
• Eye tests
• Pap smears
• HIV screening

Build strong health foundations early.

🟡 Ages 40–59

Continue routine checks and add:
• Heart health monitoring
• Cancer screenings
• Male & female health screenings
Early detection can prevent serious complications.

🔵 60+

Prioritise:
• Chronic disease management
• Cancer screenings
• Immunisations
Protect your long-term well-being.

As an Umvuzo member, you have access to prevention and screening benefits designed to protect your health.
Know your benefits. Use them. Stay on top of your health.

-BasedCare

06/03/2026

Your health is your greatest investment. 💚

Through participating pharmacies, Umvuzo Health offers prevention and screening benefits designed to help you detect potential health risks early- before symptoms appear.

From flu vaccines 💉 and blood pressure checks ❤️ to glucose, cholesterol and HIV testing 🧪, these screenings play a vital role in preventing serious complications like heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

Early detection means earlier treatment, better outcomes and long-term peace of mind.

Prevention isn’t just a check-up.
It’s taking control of your future health.
Get screened. Stay informed. Stay healthy.

04/03/2026

Getting started with the Umvuzo Care App is simple. 📱

From downloading the app to connecting with a healthcare professional, everything you need is designed to be quick, secure and convenient.

With the app you can:

✔️ Complete a symptom assessment
✔️ Consult directly with a healthcare expert
✔️ Call Netcare 911 in an emergency. 🚨
✔️ Update your details and track past sessions

Your healthcare is now accessible anytime, anywhere.

Download the Umvuzo Care App today and take control of your health. 💚

02/03/2026

Skip the queue. Start your consultation today.

Not every health concern requires a trip to the doctor’s rooms. 🏥

With the Umvuzo Care App, you can speak to a healthcare professional from the comfort of your home- quickly, conveniently and securely. 📱

From minor illnesses like colds and allergies 🤧 to prescription support 💊 and trusted medical advice, the app helps you manage your health efficiently.

Physical GP visits remain important for emergencies and hands-on assessments 🚨🩺, but for everyday healthcare needs, going virtual first is a smart choice.

Healthcare is now just a tap away.

Download the Umvuzo Care App today and experience care made simple. 💚

27/02/2026

💊 Medications can be lifesaving, but only when used safely.

Protect your health by taking these simple steps:
• Keep a list of all your medication and supplements
• Always ask before adding something new- even “natural” remedies
• Take medication exactly as prescribed
• Speak up and contact your GP if you feel unwell or have an adverse reaction to medication

You can also use a trusted medication interaction checker, like
https://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.html.

to help identify potential interactions.
Know your meds. Protect your health

25/02/2026

🫀 Managing high blood pressure isn’t about drastic changes.

It’s about small, consistent habits that support your health over time.

Here are practical ways to take control:
• Reduce salt when cooking and at the table
• Choose fresh foods over processed options
• Read food labels for hidden sodium
• Stay active most days of the week
• Take medication exactly as prescribed

Being mindful of everyday choices can help protect your heart, kidneys, and overall well-being.

Small steps today can make a meaningful difference tomorrow. 💛

23/02/2026

🫀 High blood pressure develops over time, but so does better health.

One simple change that can make a real difference is reducing salt. Lowering your salt intake can help manage blood pressure, protect your heart and kidneys, and improve how blood pressure medication works.

Be mindful of hidden salt in processed and takeaway foods, and remember: small, consistent choices add up to lasting health.
Less salt. Better pressure.

19/02/2026

⚠️ Medication is meant to help- but mixing the wrong medicines, supplements, or alcohol can be dangerous.

Medication interactions can happen when:
• Medicines affect how each other work
• Side effects become stronger
• Supplements or herbal remedies are added without guidance

That’s why it’s important to always check with a healthcare professional before combining treatments.

Speak to a GP or pharmacist to ensure your medication is working FOR you, not against you.
Your safety matters.

17/02/2026

🧠 Let’s talk protection, the real kind.

HPV is very common, and many people won’t experience symptoms. That’s why prevention and early screening play such an important role in protecting your long-term health.

Here’s how you can protect your future:
• Attend regular Pap smears
• Ask your healthcare provider about HPV vaccination
• Practise safer intimacy
• Don’t delay check-ups (even if you feel well)

Your Umvuzo Health prevention and screening benefits are there to support early detection and peace of mind.

Because your reproductive health matters, now and in the future 💛

13/02/2026

💖 Let’s make February the month you fall in love with healthy habits.

Join our February Health Love Challenge by focusing on simple, realistic actions that support your everyday well-being.

✅ Drinking more water
✅ Moving your body
✅ Eating better
✅ Resting well
✅ Checking in on your health.

You don’t need to change everything at once.
Small acts of care create lasting change.

This February, choose a love that lasts- your health 💛

Address

457 Witherite Road
Pretoria
0040

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27861083084

Website

http://www.umvuzohealth.co.za/

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Rewarding Life

Since Umvuzo Health’s inception in 2004 it has always been our aim to reward life. Umvuzo Health is a Nguni word, with its very meaning being ‘reward.’ We are far more than a medical aid. We were created on the foundation of being a medical aid for the people,

with the vision to reward life.

We work closely with our clients, brokers and consultants to maintain close relationships and to keep evolving and innovating with changing needs. Our 95% retention rate is clear evidence that indeed, we keep close ties with our members, their representatives, employers, brokers and all stakeholders to ensure we continue understanding the changing needs of our members.

It is important for us to make healthcare more accessible to companies and their employees. By doing this, greater work ethic is created with decreased absenteeism creating a positive environment.