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RECOVERIES.We are pleased to also inform the public that we are now seeing recoveries of previously reported COVID-19 cases. We are in the process of conducting further confirmation tests and medical examinations then we formally inform the public on the numbers of recoveries.
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Cuba and China will be assisting South Africa. China assisted with the supply of goods. India has created support to get medication. 180 Cuban doctors are expected in SA. SA is taking a preventative approach this the importance of Cuban doctors who are strong on PHC #Covid_19.
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Congratulations @NomzamoMbatha on attaining her degree #UCTGrad2018. Depression is a common mental disorder. People of all ages suffer from depression. At its worst, depression can lead to suicide. @TheSADAG Resilience - Courage - Overcome Helpline: 0800 121314
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REPORTED DEATHS: The second patient who died was a 28 year old female who was in respiratory distress. The clinical picture was suggestive of COVID-19. A test was done including to her family.They all tested negative. She is therefore no longer considered a #COVID19 case.
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South Africa has 2166 closed cases and 2830 active cases of #COVID__19 #CoronaVirusSA #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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Flu Vaccine; Government has taken a decision that health workers in SA will be given priority in receiving the flu vaccine. This is precipitated by the fact that the country can’t afford to have them sick especially as the flu season approaches #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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We are pleased to announce that in the early hours of tomorrow, 27 April 2020, a delegation of 217 Cuban Medical Brigade will arrive in SA. The Cuban medical personnel support comprises of infectious diseases specialists, to support SA in its efforts to deal with #Covid_19.
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We are also encouraged by the increased number of patients who have recovered from COVID19 #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate #CoronaVirusSA.The provincial breakdown is as follows:
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See @sbahle_mpisane when she was preparing for the Durban #FNO in partnership with @Shield_ZA. She demonstrates simple exercises one can do in the comfort of their home. #PHILAmoment @WomensHealthSA ^eN5
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NOTICE:IF YOU WERE PART OF THESE CRUISES, PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE A CONTACT AND THE DEPARTMENT IS LOOKING FOR YOU. Please make contact with the Departments of Health in KwaZulu-Natal and Free State #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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Congratulations Dr Zweli Mkhize on being appointed Chairperson of the SADC Elimination 8 Ministers of Health Council!
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We have consulted with our genomics team who have assured us that, at present, there is no evidence that the 501.V2 is more transmissible than the UK variant- as suggested by British Health Secretary. There is also no evidence that the 501.V2 causes more severe disease #COVID19
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Vaccination at Bara was a success today. Community mobilized quickly. Word got out, taxi association assisted with transport and all allocated vaccines were used #MandelaDay #RegisterToVaccinate @GautengHealth
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17.03.2030.South Africa now has 85 confirmed cases of COVID-19. This means there has been an increase of 23 from yesterday’s announcement - Minister of Health, #ZweliMkhize #COVID19SouthAfrica #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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After removing the #Listeriosis infected products in your fridge, wash it with water and add bleach.
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There is no proven therapy for COVID-19. The WHO estimated that it may take a minimum of 18 months to have a vaccine that is confirmed. South African institutions are also participating in the global research program in search of a solution to the #COVID19 #CoronaVirusSA.
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We therefore make a public announcement that if you were a patient at St Augustine’s Hospital from 1 March 2020 to date, we request that you contact the KZN Department of Health #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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Ngwaha o sa thoma, so checka your symptoms on time to outsmart Mcovivi. Remember to also download the COVID Alert SA app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store to keep yourself & others safe.
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As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 5350, an increase of 354 cases from yesterday.This is the highest number of cases in a 24 hour cycle recorded to date and represents a 73% increase relative to the day before #COVID__19 #CoronaVirusSA.
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To all South African citizens, please help government to protect you and your loved ones. We need you to play your part. Government has put all stringent measures in place, but we need the commitment of citizens to comply with these #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate #CoronaVirusSA.
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Stages of SA response to the #COVID19 pandemic : 1. Preparation 2. Primary prevention 3.Lockdown 4. Surveillance and active case finding 5. Intervention at hotspots 6.Medical care ( for the peak) 7. Bereavement and the aftermath 8. Ongoing vigilance #CoronaVirusUpdate
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TEST RESULTS OF CITIZENS REPATRIATED FROM WUHAN.SA citizens from Wuhan were tested and their results came back negative for COVID-19. Quarantine is continuing for the prescribed period and govt will thereafter initiate the process of reunifying them with the community #COVID19.
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The Minister of Health is calling upon South Africans to : continue to stay at home, observe good hygienic practice and work together with government- this way SA will have a real chance of containing the spread of COVID-19 and flatten the curve #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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1505 positive cases of today, that means there are 43 new cases. We also want to report sadly 2 more deaths from KZN - An 80 year old male and 81 year old female #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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Cigarettes have a very negative impact on people’s health and therefore people are discouraged to smoke #Covid_19 #CoronaVirusSA #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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We appeal to South Africans to continue observing the regulations of the lockdown period: stay at home, guard against diseases that come with the winter, practice good hygiene in their daily lives and stay safe #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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We sadly note that one of the deceased patients from the Western Cape was a registered nurse who worked for the Department of Health. Her passing will be sorely felt as we regard all our health workers as precious frontline soldiers of this battle against COVID-19 #COVID__19.
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In the meantime @HealthZA is appealing to everyone to #vaccinate, get boosters, wear your masks, keep the distance, avoid overcrowded places and wash your hands #COVID19.
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Our Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi and Deputy Minister, Dr Joe Phaahla.
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As of today there are 142 new cases and the total is 3300 confirmed cases of #Covid_19 cases in SA. New deaths are 4 and total is 58. New recoveries are 165 and total is 1055 #CoronaVirusUpdate #CoronaVirusSA
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There were two deaths related to #COVID19. This takes the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in South Africa to 11 #CoronaVirusUpdate
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29 March 2020.As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases is 1280. This is an increase of 93 from the previously reported cases #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate #CoronaVirusSA
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Today, we regrettably report 7 more COVID-19 related deaths. Five of them occurred in the Western Cape and two in KwaZulu-Natal. This increases the total to 65.We express our condolences to the affected families&appreciate the health workers who treated these patients #COVID__19.
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28 March 2020.As of today, the total number of confirmed #COVID19 cases is 1187. We must outrightly state that these numbers do not indicate a reduction in the number of infections. It is merely a reflection of positive results that were received, verified & ready for reporting.
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I salute our health professionals- our doctors, nurses, care workers, community workers, allied health professionals, medical technicians, pharmacists, porters, cleaners, laboratory technicians& all our foot soldiers in the front line of health care who continue to serve #COVID19.
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Going forward the results will be released in a form of an excel spreadsheet, reflecting all confirmed cases, the latest numbers per province, the gender, age group and the plot epicurve #COVID19 #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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4 May 2020.As of today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 7220 #COVID__19
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Minister of Health @DrZweliMkhize and his team tested out their dance moves and accepted the President's call to participate in the #JerusalemaChallenge challenge on #HeritageDay ! Watch the full video here:
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As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 5647, an increase of 297 cases from yesterday.The total number of tests conducted to date is 207 530 of which 10 403 were done in the last 24 hours #COVID__19 The provincial breakdown is as follows:
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16 May 2020.As of today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 14 355 with 831 new cases identified in the last 24 hour cycle of testing. The Eastern Cape and Western Cape combined comprise 91% of the new 831 cases. Case data: #Covid_19
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Using public transport? Don’t eat in the taxi. Stop for a break so Mcovivi can bite the dust. #TravelSafe #StaySafe
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We are aware that some citizens have rejected our health workers when they approach them at their homes or in public places. We want to assure the public that testing for COVID-19 is for your own good and also for those you love and must protect #Covid_19.
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Today more than 12 million doses administered. Together we can vaccinate more people. Thank you South Africa #VaccineRollOutSA #COVID19
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As of today the cumulative number of #COVID19 cases identified in SA is 3 167 497 with 37 875 new cases reported. Today 21 deaths have been reported bringing the total to 90 137 deaths. The cumulative number of recoveries now stand at 2 913 232 with a recovery rate of 92,0%
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HEALTHWORKERS INFECTED:.There are a number of confirmed #COVID19 cases of health workers who work both in the private and public hospitals. We mention this because health workers are in the frontline of this battle. They are exposed not only to their families but to the patients.
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The govt has decided to take urgent and drastic measures to manage the disease, protect South Africans and reduce the impact of the virus on society and on our economy.Thr govt had now declared a national state of disaster in terms of the Disaster Management Act #CoronaVirusSA.
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421 555 tests have been conducted with 18 537 done in the last 24 hour cycle.There are 9 deaths- totaling to 247 deaths. We are however encouraged by the rising number of recoveries which now stands at 6 083. We thank the health workers #CoronaVirusSA #CoronaVirusUpdate.
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President Cyril Ramaphosa is calling on each and every South African to stay at home for the next 17 days #COVID19 #CoronaVirusSA #CoronavirusOutbreak #CoronaUpdate.
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The best way to prevent #COVID19 is to practice social distancing, which means avoiding any non-essential social contact or travel. It is essential to maintain good personal and domestic hygiene by washing the hands regularly and keeping surfaces and utensils clean #CoronaVirus.
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Young doctors reject rural employment. Several vacant posts are in rural areas, places that some prefer to sit out for a year rather than venture into unfamiliar territory. This is a yearly problem where some young doctors reject rural placements using a variety of reasons.
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As from tomorrow, 20 August 2021, people who are 18 years and above will be able to register on the electronic vaccination data system #VaccinationRollOutSA #COVID19 #18to34
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REPORT OF A SECOND DEATH.The 74 year old male had been in ICU and on ventilation in a private hospital in Ladysmith. He travelled to Kruger National Park with his family & came back with flu like symptoms. He was confirmed to be COVID-19 positive on the 27 March #CoronaUpdate.
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Media Release 3 May 2020.As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 6783. Case Data Per province #COVID__19
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DR ZWELI MKHIZE TESTS POSITIVE FOR COVID-19. 18/10/20. I wish to inform the public that this afternoon my wife, Dr May Mkhize and I have tested positive for COVID-19. We decided to go test yesterday when I started showing mild symptoms.
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As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 6336.The total number of tests conducted to date is 230 686, of which 13 164 were done in the last 24 hours. This is the highest number of tests done in a 24 hour cycle to date #COVID__19
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22 April 2020.As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 3 635. The total number of tests conducted to date is 133 774, of which 6 868 were done in the last 24 hours. The provincial breakdown is as follows:
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Today we have a further increase of 6 local transmission cases. As part of tracking and tracing, we have collated background information on how these patients were infected. We will provide information to the public, so as to give a sense of how these local transmissions occur.
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With the national state of disaster being declared by the President, anyone that CREATES or SPREADS fake news about COVID-19 is liable for prosecution #CoronaVirusSA.
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There are 4986 confirmed cases in SA and 2073 recoveries. Western Cape has 1870 and Gauteng has 1377 cases. There are 3 deaths all in Western Cape. In total there are 93 deaths. 185 000 tests have been done in SA #Covid_19 #CoronaVirusSA.
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In addition, the Western Cape has just over 50% of the COVID-19 burden in South Africa, recording the highest deaths as well. With interprovincial movement between these provinces being an issue, it will be crucial for us to understand the dynamics driving the epidemic in WC.
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As at today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa is 5951.The total number of tests to date is 217 522, of which 9992 were done in the last 24 hours. Recoveries stand at 2382 as at 29 April 2020.The #Covid_19 Provincial Breakdown is as follows:
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The community transmission will guide and determine the next steps in SA response #COVID19 and the #LockdownSA. The easing of lockdown depends on the number of confirmed cases per week. If cases are less than 44 per week easing of lockdown to be considered #CoronaVirusUpdate
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The cumulative number of vaccine doses administered to South Africans is 4 017 442 #VaccineRollOutSA #vaccinated #VaccinesWork #IChooseVaccination
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Dear South Africans. Take a minute to say THANK YOU to nurses and midwives, they keep us, our families and communities healthy #SupportNursesAndMidwives #WorldHealthDay2020 #COVID19 #COVID19SouthAfrica
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Next month the flu season starts, thus making more people sick with similar symptoms, and therefore no way of distinguishing common colds from an upsurge of #COVID19 infection.These will flood our clinics and hospitals and create fertile ground for #Coronavirus to spread.
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Dear health workers in the #COVID19 response, we are grateful for your bravery and for all your hardwork. THANK YOU #WorldHealthDay2020
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It is with sadness that we report 7 new COVID-19 related deaths. Six of these deaths are from KwaZulu and one of them is from the Gauteng. We convey our condolences to the families & also appreciate the committed health workers who were treating these patients #CoronaVirusUpdate
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Today the cumulative number of #COVID19 cases in SA is 2 019 826. The number of new cases is 24 270. In the last 24 hours, 303 deaths have been reported which brings the total to 61 332 death reported as at 17:00. Number of recoveries is 1 773 930 with a recovery rate of 87.8%
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