Diphtheria cases discovered in South Africa, NICD confirms
The NICD alerted the Health Department of two laboratory-confirmed cases of diphtheria disease that were detected in April 2023.
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NICD declares Mumps outbreak: Here’s what you must know about the child virus
Mumps, the NICD said, is generally a mild childhood disease, mostly affecting children between the ages of five and nine.
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COVID-19 no longer a public health emergency of international concern
Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla warned, however, that despite the World Health Organisation’s declaration, COVID-19 is not over.
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Polio: Leading virologist offers a beginner’s guide to the different viruses and vaccines
The Conversation Africa’s Wale Fatade spoke to virologist Oyewale Tomori, who maps out the terrain of polioviruses, and their mutations, as well as what’s happening on the vaccine front.
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Measles outbreak: South Africa records 40 new cases
As of Saturday, 25 March 2023, measles outbreaks were declared in eight provinces, except for the Eastern Cape.
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New swine fever outbreak confirmed in Gauteng
The Dept of Agriculture has confirmed a new outbreak of African Swine Fever on a farm in Gauteng.
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Measles outbreak declared in Limpopo: Here’s what we know
Limpopo residents have been urged clinicians to be on the alert for measles cases.
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Ashton Kutcher ‘lucky to be alive’ after surviving this autoimmune disease
Ashton Kutcher battled an autoimmune disease which left him blind and deaf.
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Gauteng could be experiencing a measles outbreak: Here’s what we know
The health authorities in the affected districts and communities are working together to identify and conduct vaccination of contacts.
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Monkeypox FAQ: Here’s what you must know
Monkeypox is currently spreading in 15 countries. Here’s what you need to know.
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NICD warns of possible malaria outbreak in South Africa
Travelled to Mozambique in the last six weeks? Here’s what you need to know.
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Rabies outbreak has been detected in these five provinces
The Department of Agriculture says these five provinces are high-risk areas for rabies.
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Delta variant in South Africa: Here’s everything we know
The Delta variant, first discovered in India, is spreading like wildfire in South Africa. Here’s a factsheet on this strain.
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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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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.
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Coronavirus vaccine: US researchers begin human trials [video]
This is good news but a coronavirus vaccine is not a short-term fix. It will be another 12 to 18 months before any progress is made.
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Coronavirus: Celebrities share important message about COVID-19 [video]
Celebrities have been doing their part in spreading awareness about #coronavirus.
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Coronavirus in South Africa: Government measures fail to stop infections
There are conflicting reports on the total cases of coronavirus in South Africa. What is the truth?
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Coronavirus: Apple issues tips on how to disinfect your iPhone
Based on Screen Time data, iPhone users touch their devices at least 58 times a day. This may not bode well in the era of #coronavirus
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Conspiracy theorists pin coronavirus outbreak on 5G technology
Conspiracy theorists claim that 5G has a lot to do with the advent of coronavirus.
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Coronavirus is spreading in SA: Tally of infections rise to 13
The Western Cape has recorded its first coronavirus infection. There are now 13 known patients with COVID-19 in South Africa.
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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
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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.
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Mary Oppenheimer donates R1 billion towards SA’s solidarity fund
Let it be clear that Mary Oppenheimer’s R1-billion donation is separate from the initial contribution made by her brother, Nicky, last week.
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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.
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BREAKING: South Africa is officially in 21-day lockdown
We are effectively in the 21-day lockdown period. Adhere to these rules, and we will claim victory over coronavirus, in as little as three weeks.
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Watch live: Ramaphosa announces measures to fight coronavirus [video]
You can catch the live stream of Ramaphosa’s public service announcement on coronavirus right here.