Source: Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH), South Africa |

South Africa: Member of Executive Council (MEC) Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko on observing World Pharmacist Day

Pharmacists are the anchor of any healthcare system – MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko

As the country observers World Pharmacist Day, the Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko has paid tribute to pharmacy professionals saying that they play a critical role in patient care and in improving health outcomes. September is Pharmacy Month in South Africa and culminates in the annual World…

Source: Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH), South Africa |

South Africa: Gauteng Health Observes World Hand Hygiene Day

MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko calls on the public to practice hand hygiene to prevent infections and diseases

As we observe World Hand Hygiene Day, the Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko has urged members of the public to practice hand hygiene at all times as it has proven to prevent and control infections and diseases. World Hand Hygiene Day is observed annually on 5 May…

Source: Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH), South Africa |

Coronavirus – South Africa: Gauteng Health Department Embarks on a Massive Recruitment Drive to Fight Against COVID-19

The GDoH has launched a digital platform called e-Recruitment

The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has embarked on a massive recruitment drive to ensure that there is enough capacity in the province to deal with the anticipated rise in the number of people testing positive for COVID-19. People in the following fields; medical officers, nursing, operational managers, pharmacy, physiotherapy,…