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UMzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital is recruiting one Medical Officer Grade 1 on a contract basis, working across PHC and CHC facilities in the Harry Gwala District for the NHI contract period from 1 December 2026 to 31 March 2027. The post requires HPCSA registration as a medical practitioner with a Diploma in Mental Health.
- Who it is for:
- Medical practitioners qualified for HPCSA registration with a Diploma in Mental Health
- Who can apply:
- Appropriate qualification allowing HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner with a Diploma in Mental Health; Proof of current registration with HPCSA
- How to act on it:
- Submit a signed Z83 form and comprehensive CV by hand delivery to the Human Resource Office at Mbizweni Road, UMzimkhulu, through Sthesha Waya-Waya at www.eservices.gov.za, or by post to the Chief Executive Officer, Private Bag X514, Bulwer 3244. Faxed and e-mailed applications are not accepted.
KZN Health offers free TB testing and free TB treatment at your nearest clinic. TB can be cured if the full 6 months of treatment is completed, even for people who are HIV positive.
- Who it is for:
- people who may have TB, including people with a cough lasting more than 3 weeks
- How to act on it:
- Go to your nearest clinic for testing and treatment, or contact your nearest clinic for more information.
People with a cough lasting more than three weeks, night sweats or dark moods are advised to visit a nearby clinic for free TB testing and treatment.
- Who it is for:
- people with persistent cough or TB symptoms
- How to act on it:
- Visit the nearest clinic (mtholampilo oseduze nawe) for free testing and treatment; call the toll-free line 0800 005 133 or the health department number 033 395 2111 for more information.
Pregnant women are encouraged to discuss HIV with their doctor or healthcare worker, get tested, and see a healthcare worker as soon as they think they are pregnant.
- Who it is for:
- pregnant women
- How to act on it:
- See your doctor or healthcare worker, or get tested at your local clinic.
Pregnant women, or women who think they may be pregnant, should visit the local clinic for a check-up as soon as possible, ideally before 13 weeks. Clinics check health, immunisations, HIV status and feeding options.
- Who it is for:
- pregnant women and women who think they may be pregnant
- How to act on it:
- Visit the local clinic for a check-up.
Women, especially those of child bearing age, can have a pap smear at any state health facility to detect abnormal cells that could later become cancer. Women are entitled to 3 free pap smears in their lifetime, one every 10 years, or one every year if HIV positive.
- Who it is for:
- women, especially those of child bearing age
- How to act on it:
- Go to any state health facility for a pap smear.
Pregnant women and young people can speak to a doctor or health worker about HIV testing and treatment, and use free condoms and other protection, which the newsletter says are available.
- Who it is for:
- pregnant women and young people in KwaZulu-Natal
- How to act on it:
- Visit a doctor, clinic or health worker
The newsletter encourages people to check for diabetes symptoms, choose low-sugar foods, and exercise regularly to stay healthy.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public
- How to act on it:
- Consult a health worker or clinic about diabetes symptoms.
Pregnant women are urged to register for antenatal care before 20 weeks, and health workers will provide a diet plan to support healthy growth of the baby.
- Who it is for:
- pregnant women
- How to act on it:
- Register at the clinic or hospital for antenatal care as soon as possible.
Victims of rape who report the crime to the police can receive legal assistance through a partnership between the KZN Department of Health and the National Prosecution Authority.
- Who it is for:
- victims of rape in KwaZulu-Natal
- Who can apply:
- has reported the rape to the police
- How to act on it:
- Report the rape to the police, then visit one of the health care centres within 72 hours.
The KZN Department of Health is running vaccination campaigns against measles (uvendle) and tetanus (isimungumungwane) for children under five. Vaccines are free at all public health facilities, and parents should ask their nearest clinic about vaccination dates.
- Who it is for:
- parents and caregivers of children under five
- How to act on it:
- Go to the nearest clinic or public health facility and ask about vaccination
Women can get up to three free pap smears in their lifetime at any health facility in the province: one every ten years, or one every year if HIV positive.
- Who it is for:
- women, especially those of childbearing age
- How to act on it:
- Visit any health facility in the province and ask for a pap smear.