Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Klerksdorp Hospital took a bold step forward in advancing specialised healthcare through a powerful collaboration with world-renowned medical experts from India. As part of the NWU Faculty Development Programme, the hospital hosted Prof Balu Vaidyanathan, a leading Fetal and Paediatric Cardiologist, and Prof Vivek Krishnan, a Fetomaternal Specialist from the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi, India.
Police active throughout NW
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The police had a busy time at the end of July with 1 778 suspects arrested throughout the province. As part of stamping the authority of the state, High Density Operation Shanela 2 operations conducted between July 14 and 27 resulted in various arrests for different transgressions across the province.
NW carries heavy Aids burden
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The North West Province carries one of the heaviest HIV burdens in the country. Around 22.7% of adults between the ages of 15 and 49 are living with HIV, and in some districts, prevalence is close to 20.3%. The impact is felt most acutely in poorer, rural and mining communities where access to regular care is harder.
Take charge of your health
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - With Women’s Day celebrated this weekend, Thandi Dondolo-Phalatse thought now is a good time as ever for women to take charge of their health. She says you can make a significant difference to your energy, health and sense of wellbeing by living a lifestyle that is compatible with good health.
Klerksdorp library re-opens
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Die city library is open once again after four months of major maintenance and repairs done at the facility. Executive Mayor Fikile Mahlophe visited the library on August 5. Klerksdorp library is one of the largest in the province. Among the work done is an overhaul of the plumbing system whereby old pipes have been replaced and the toilets have been fixed.
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