News
Govt considers vaccination to contain the spread of avian influenza
The number of chickens that have died is 107,705, while the reported number of chickens that were culled is 1,318,521.
Health
Bird flu outbreak: Chicken death toll rises to 1.42 million
The department has urged poultry farmers to immediately report any suspicion of the disease to the nearest State Veterinarian.
International
Krayzie Bone Hospitalised with Sarcoidosis: Here’s Everything We Know
The rapper, known for his lyrical prowess and distinctive style, is currently "fighting for his life" at a Los Angeles hospital, per reports.
Health
SA poultry producers warn of egg, chicken shortage due to rampant ‘bird flu’
Poultry meat shortages are also anticipated over the next four to six months, with initial effects potentially appearing as early as December 2023.
Local
Nipah Virus Outbreak Prompts Fears of Lockdown in South Africa
DJ Abu believes another lockdown is on the cards. His reason? - The deadly Nipah virus currently spreading in India.
Health
COVID-19 variant EG.5 Eris is spreading in South Africa: Here’s everything you must know
COVID-19 variant EG.5 Eris is currently spreading in South Africa. Here is everything you must know.
Lifestyle
South Africa’s drinking water quality has dropped because of defective infrastructure and neglect – new report
A report released by the South African government paints a grim picture of the overall quality of South Africa's drinking water.
Health
Cholera outbreak death toll rises to 32 – Here’s everything we know
The cholera death toll has now risen to 32 after a woman from Parys, Free State, succumbed to the waterborne disease.
Health
Cholera outbreak: Death toll rises amid Ramaphosa Hammanskraal visit
President Ramaphosa's visit to Hammanskraal was marred by an increase in the cholera outbreak death toll. Here's what you must know.
News
Zoleka Mandela health update leaves fans worried
Zoleka Mandela left fans worried when she provided an update on her deteriorating health. Here's what she revealed.
Viral News
Edwin Sodi ‘Rooiwal’ scam resurfaces amid Hammanskraal cholera outbreak
In the midst of soaring outrage over the Hammanskraal cholera outbreak, Edwin Modi's shoddy past with a water tender has resurfaced.
Viral News
Hammanskraal cholera outbreak: ANC levels blame squarely on DA
The Hammanskraal cholera outbreak has, thus far, claimed 15 lives and according to the ANC, the blame lies squarely with the DA.
Health
Hammanskraal cholera outbreak claims 12 lives – Here’s everything we know
The outbreak was confirmed after stool specimens from 19 patients at Jubilee District Hospital tested positive for cholera, exhibiting symptoms such as diarrhoea, stomach cramps, and nausea.
Health
Hammanskraal warned to avoid tap water after gastro outbreak
Hammanskraal residents were warned to avoid drinking tap water following a deadly gastro outbreak in the region.
Health
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.
Health
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.
Health
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.
Health
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.
Health
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.
Health
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.
Health
Measles outbreak declared in Limpopo: Here’s what we know
Limpopo residents have been urged clinicians to be on the alert for measles cases.
News
Ashton Kutcher ‘lucky to be alive’ after surviving this autoimmune disease
Ashton Kutcher battled an autoimmune disease which left him blind and deaf.
Health
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.
Health
Monkeypox FAQ: Here’s what you must know
Monkeypox is currently spreading in 15 countries. Here's what you need to know.
Health
NICD warns of possible malaria outbreak in South Africa
Travelled to Mozambique in the last six weeks? Here's what you need to know.
Health
Rabies outbreak has been detected in these five provinces
The Department of Agriculture says these five provinces are high-risk areas for rabies.
Viral News
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.
News
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.
Health
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.
News
Coronavirus: Celebrities share important message about COVID-19 [video]
Celebrities have been doing their part in spreading awareness about #coronavirus.