National Department of Health

Why Should I Donate Blood? *Blood is Essential – We Can’t Live Without It. *Save the lives of those in dire need of blood. *Giving a gift money can’t buy and science can’t create. *Without sufficient quality blood in stock, thousands of patients would die daily. @theSANBS

One unit of blood can save up to three lives because donated blood is separated into red blood cells, plasma, and platelets – each of which can be given to a different patient. Your Blood Saves Lives!! @theSANBS

Director General, Dr Thembisile Xulu during the occasion of celebrating the 21 years of the Nucleic Acid Testing (ID-NAT) system of the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) in Sandton 30 October 2026. Blood donation is a fundamental pillar of modern healthcare systems.

Today's HIV Over Coffee gathering created a platform for young people, health experts and stakeholders to engage in meaningful conversations about HIV, sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender-based violence, disclosure, HPV and HIV prevention. @teampata #YPLUSGlobal

HIV OVER COFFEE: The NDoH joins #TeamPATA in supporting the second edition of HIV Over Coffee, a youth-led initiative bringing together adolescent girls and young women living with HIV for meaningful conversations, shared experiences, learning and connection. @teampata @YPLUS

FITNESS, COMMITMENT AND A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Members of the National Department of Health (NDoH) Athletics Club will take to the road this Sunday, 1 November 2026, joining other runners at the Region 5 Marathon at the iconic Union Buildings. #RegularPhysicalActivity

#EMSWebinarSeries Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest: Overview of updates and changes 3 November 2023 10H00-12H00 CPD Points The objective is to describe and contrast paediatric and adult Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA), and outline recent evidence #SaveTheDate

Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, is seen leaving the briefing room this morning for a walkabout at the mine clinic, before viewing mobile health services provided to the community. The programme concluded with the Rotary Family Health Days Campaign launch in Limpopo.

World Stroke Day 29 October 2026 “Every M1nute Counts” #ActFAST Raising awareness of stroke symptoms and the need for urgent medical action is vital for survival. When a stroke strikes, time lost translates directly to irreversible brain injury or permanent disability.

The Director-General of the Department of Health, Dr Thembisile Xulu in Sandton today led the Official Development Assistance (ODA) Planning Forum meeting on her 27th day in office, to coordinate international donor aid, andcalign external funding with domestic health goals.

Bringing healthcare closer to communities: Minister Motsoaledi to lead Rotary Family Health Days campaign in Limpopo on 29 October 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to bring comprehensive health services closer to communities, especially those living far from health facilities.

FAREWELL, PROF! The Department recognises Prof Nicholas Crisp, NHI Deputy Director-General for his dedicated service and contribution to advancing universal health coverage through the NHI implementation. As he concludes his tenure, we wish him well in his future endeavours.

Day 1 of the Environmental Health Policy and Strategy Review Workshop, hosted by the National Department of Health at Garden Court OR Tambo, Kempton Park. The workshop is convened to critically assess and update the existing Environmental Health policy and strategic framework.

The NDoH Athletics Club members who participated in two races this weekend completed their races in record time, earning medals and adding to their sporting achievements. A total of 13 athletes participated in the two races; Jacaranda Marathon and Kimberly Bighole Marathon

#WPD2026 Vaccinate newborns and infants to ensure they receive maximum protection. Young children are the most vulnerable, so do not delay their first doses. #ChildImmunisation

#WPD2026 No cure for polio The only way to save your child from permanent paralysis or lifelong disability is through vaccination. #ChildImmunisation

World Polio Day 24 October 2026 "One day, one focus: ending polio for good" -Together let us build a polio free future- Vaccinate newborns and infants immediately. Young children are the most vulnerable. Do not delay their first doses. #Childimmunisation

CHASING HEALTHY LIFESTYLES! NDoH Athletics Club Members will participate in two road races this weekend. This forms part of the Healthy Lifestyles Campaign, encouraging communities to stay physically active and make healthy lifestyle choices. Make every step count!

#High🤚🏾 method in breast cancer care typically refers to High-5 risk assessments done every six months for early detection, or Highly Accelerated Irradiation 5 Fractions (HAI-5), a streamlined radiation therapy schedule. #Breastcancer #Highfive

Mr Foster Mohale, Chairperson of the national Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) Forum, officially opened the RCCE Workshop, calling for an inclusive, coordinated and resilient RCCE system that places communities at the centre and leaves no one behind.