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Collected on 8 September 2026
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E-scripting initiative for ART
An advanced digital system to electronically transmit prescriptions, allowing patients to access medication more efficiently and reduce physical visits to clinics.
The document's recorded date is 5 March 2025. Confirm on the official source.
we are in the advanced planning stages for an ‘e-scripting’ initiative
Places
Western Cape
Reference
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/western-cape-government-moves-safeguard-healthcare-after-ngo-funding-halt-0
Amounts
R 360 000 000
Closing Date
5 March 2025
Repeat prescription collection strategy
Patients can collect their repeat prescriptions without needing to visit a clinic each time, helping maintain continuity of care while reducing strain on clinics.
The document's recorded date is 5 March 2025. Confirm on the official source.
repeat prescription collection strategies
Automatic script renewals for ART
Prescriptions for stable patients on ART are automatically renewed without requiring a new medical review, ensuring uninterrupted access to medication.
The document's recorded date is 5 March 2025. Confirm on the official source.
automatic script renewals
Multi-month dispensing of antiretroviral treatment (ART)
Stable patients on chronic medication such as ART can receive their medication for up to six months at a time, reducing the need to visit clinics frequently and easing pressure on healthcare facilities.
The document's recorded date is 5 March 2025. Confirm on the official source.
We will do everything we can to ensure that there is be no interruption in healthcare services,” Minister Wenger assured. “To support those on ART, we are implementing several measures, including multi-month dispensing for up to six months for stable patients
Make Every Contact Count strategy for HIV counselling
A strategy to strengthen HIV counselling services by maximising every interaction with patients to promote testing, treatment adherence, and prevention.
The document's recorded date is 5 March 2025. Confirm on the official source.
We will rapidly scale up the ‘Make Every Contact Count’ strategy to strengthen HIV counselling services.
28-day grace period for late medication collection
Patients who miss their scheduled medication collection date have up to 28 days to collect their medication without losing access or being penalised.
The document's recorded date is 5 March 2025. Confirm on the official source.
a 28-day grace period for late collections
