COVID-19 SA update: Latest infections and death stats
South Africa registered an increase of 31 COVID-19 cases on Monday.
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Viral
Boris Johnson: UK Prime Minister hospitalised due to COVID-19
Boris Johnson is the world’s first head of state to be hospitalised due to COVID-19.
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COVID-19 update: South Africa’s death toll on the rise
South Africa is trying by all means to increase COVID-19 mass testing. So far, only 56 873 tests have been conducted in a population of more than 50 million.
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COVID-19 in SA: What are Southies getting up to on Day Six? [photo]
Six days into cold turkey and this is what Southies are getting up to on #Day6ofLockdown.
Technology
WhatsApp: Get COVID-19 information instantly on your phone
Get daily updates on COVID-19 from the World Health Organisation, straight on your WhatsApp. Here’s how you can activate this cool feature:
News
Coronavirus: Celebrities share important message about COVID-19 [video]
Celebrities have been doing their part in spreading awareness about #coronavirus.
Health for Dummies
The truth about coronavirus: Every bit of helpful info on COVID-19
It helps to stay in-the-know. These are all the latest facts on coronavirus #COVID19
Viral
365 days of lockdown: 10 highlights of the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa
It’s been a year of lockdown. Here are 10 highlights of South African life in a COVID-19 pandemic.
News
Covid-19 vaccine lands in SA: Here’s everything we know
Ramaphosa will be with his deputy David Mabuza at the OR Tambo International Airport to welcome the arrival of the AstraZeneca consignment.
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Covid-19: 544 dead, 12 714 infections recorded on Wednesday, 20 January
#Coid19 infections climb past 10 000 for the first time this week, with 544 confirmed deaths.
Health for Dummies
First batch of Covid-19 vaccine will cover 10% of SA’s population
SA will receive it’s first batch of the Covid-19 vaccine in early 2021.
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Eswatini prime minister dies of Covid-19
Prime Minister Ambrose Mandvulo Dlamini was Covid-19 asymptomatic four weeks ago.
Crime
Covid-19 contamination forces closure of these police stations
These police stations in Mpumalanga and Free State have been temporarily closed due to #Covid19 exposure.
Health for Dummies
The numbers are in: Covid-19 infection, death toll stats for South Africa
South Africa recorded 7 210 new #Covid19 cases in 24 hours, the highest daily infection tally since the virus broke out in March.
Health for Dummies
Bill Gates vaccine: Everything we know about the billionaire’s COVID-19 solution
Bill Gates says a COVID-19 vaccine with 70% effectiveness is enough to stop the outbreak.
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COVID-19 latest: South Africa’s death toll reaches 50, infections on the rise
COVID-19 related deaths have reached 50 in South Africa, with infections closing in on the 3 000 mark.
Health for Dummies
J.K. Rowling shares technique on how she recovered from COVID-19
Rowling credited a nurse named Sue Elliott for the technique she used to recover from what she suspects was COVID-19 symptoms.
Technology
Take this COVID-19 test to assess your risk of infection
This COVID-19 test, developed by a Nigerian ICT business, is a way to self diagnose and seek coronavirus treatment early.
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South Africa records first two deaths resulting from COVID-19
The two victims were from the Western Cape. Mkhize is expected to furnish more details in today’s media briefing.
Health for Dummies
Nigeria has reportedly developed its own COVID-19 vaccines
Reports suggest that Nigeria has developed its own COVID-19 vaccines. Here’s everything we know.
Health for Dummies
Three COVID-19 vaccines South Africans should know about
We list three vaccines that are relevant to South Africans right now.
News
Karima Brown succumbs to Covid-19: Family releases statement
Karima Brown, a veteran journalist, has passed away. Here’s everything we know so far.
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Covid-19 vaccine: Covishield may not work on South Africa variant
South Africa’s only hope is acquiring enough Pfizer or Moderna doses to start the vaccine programme on schedule.
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Muizenberg buzzing after Covid-19 beach ban lifted
Food vendors, car guards and surf shops back in business.
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Police use pepper spray against Covid-19 grant queue in East London
When police used the pepper spray people only dispersed for a few minutes then gathered again next to the door..
News
Covid-19 takes more lives: 647 deaths recorded on Thursday, 21 January
Covid-19 reared its ugly head on Thursday and claimed 647 lives, including that of Presidency Minister #JacksonMthembu
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Covid-19 relief funding earmarked for SA arts
Nathi Mthethwa confirmed that R13 million will be injected into SA’s arts industry by the end of March
Health for Dummies
Covid-19 recovery: When you can return to work after infection
#Covid19 recovery is different for every patient. This guide details the road to de-isolation if you’ve recently tested positive.
News
Study shows new Covid-19 variant spreads faster in KZN
The new #Covid19 variant infected 100 000 people in KZN, in 33 days.
Local
Iman Rappetti recalls near-death experience with Covid-19
Iman Rappetti has Milpark Hospital’s healthcare staff for aiding her in surviving Covid-19.