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NICD urges parents to vaccinate against rotavirus

GCIS / SAnewsRef: GOVNEWS-83993 at https://www.sanews.gov.za

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Collected on 2 September 2026

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What this means

This is a public health advisory issued by the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) urging parents to vaccinate their children against rotavirus due to a rise in cases in Pretoria and one reported death. It highlights symptoms, transmission, and signs of dehydration, and recommends prompt medical care for severe cases. The document emphasizes that vaccination is key to prevention, especially during the seasonal peak from July to September.

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Rotavirus vaccination for children

Parents are encouraged to ensure their children receive the rotavirus vaccine to prevent infection, especially during the peak season from July to September. The vaccine is recommended as a preventive measure against severe diarrhoeal illness caused by the virus.

Who it is for: parents of children under two years old
How to act on it: Consult a local clinic or healthcare provider to obtain the rotavirus vaccine

The document's recorded date is 2 September 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) is encouraging all parents to vaccinate their children against rotavirus following an increase in rotavirus cases in Pretoria, with one death already reported.

Facts

Places

City of Tshwane, Gauteng

Reference

GOVNEWS-83993 at https://www.sanews.gov.za

Key Takeaways

NICD
rotavirus
Pretoria
September 2, 2026
one death reported
vaccination
oral rehydration solution
July to September
children under two
National Institute for Communicable Diseases
Professor Nicola Page
GCIS / SAnews
SAnews.gov.za

Dates

Opening Date

2 September 2026