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Dept considers introduction of cervical cancer vaccines
(HPV) vaccines have been registered in South Africa and are presently available in the private sector. One vaccine targets cervical cancer only and the other targets both cervical cancer as well as genital warts.

Govt, Virgin Group to establish Disease Control Hub
President Jacob Zuma and Sir Richard Branson, Chairman of the Virgin Group, have agreed to establish a Disease Control Hub in South Africa.

WHO raises swine flu alert to level four
Amid the rapid spread of swine flu in some countries, the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday raised its pandemic alert level from Phase 3 to Phase 4, warning of a significant increase in the risk of a pandemic.

Toll free number to help patients raise concerns
Patients who are unhappy about the Department of Health's services will soon be able to raise their concerns through a new 24 hour toll free line.

Hard working police need to be rewarded
Members of the South African Police Services (SAPS) who successfully fight crime and make arrests need to be rewarded, says Safety and Security Minister Nathi Mthethwa.

Over 1000 Zim Cholera patients in South African hospitals
More than 1 000 Zimbabwean cholera patients have been treated at two South African hospitals - 1 000 in Beitbridge hospital and 168 at Musina hospital, South African health officials said Monday.