Opportunities

Women aged 25 and above are encouraged to undergo cervical cancer screening and Pap smears. The campaign urges women to discuss cancer with family members, report any changes in their bodies, and seek medical help early to prevent late diagnosis and death.

Who it is for:

women aged 25 and above, especially in rural communities

How to act on it:

Attend local clinics for screening; engage in community outreach programmes such as Isibhedlela Kubantu.

Women are urged to monitor changes in their breasts, such as lumps, nipple changes, unusual discharge, or persistent pain, and seek medical evaluation immediately instead of attributing symptoms to witchcraft. Early detection is critical for successful treatment.

Who it is for:

women, particularly those breastfeeding or experiencing breast changes

How to act on it:

Visit a clinic for evaluation if changes are noticed; participate in community health outreach events.

Voluntary counselling and testing (VCT), prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMCT), and antiretroviral (ARV) treatment are available at GJ Crookes Hospital.

Who it is for:

individuals seeking HIV testing, prevention services, or ARV treatment

How to act on it:

Visit the HIV & AIDS services unit at GJ Crookes Hospital

Programmes aimed at improving nutrition and addressing malnutrition are offered at GJ Crookes Hospital, particularly for vulnerable groups.

Who it is for:

individuals and families in need of nutritional guidance or food support

How to act on it:

Enrol in a nutrition programme through the hospital's outreach or clinical services

Laboratory, X-ray, and ultrasound services are available at GJ Crookes Hospital. These tests support diagnosis and treatment planning across all departments.

Who it is for:

patients requiring medical testing for diagnosis

How to act on it:

Request testing through a referring doctor at GJ Crookes Hospital

Eye health screening and cataract detection services are available at GJ Crookes Hospital. These services help identify vision problems and refer patients for treatment.

Who it is for:

patients needing vision assessment or cataract screening

How to act on it:

Attend the eye care clinic at GJ Crookes Hospital

General medical care is provided at GJ Crookes Hospital at any time of day or night. This includes diagnosis and treatment for non-surgical medical conditions.

Who it is for:

patients requiring medical treatment outside surgery

How to act on it:

Attend the medicine ward at GJ Crookes Hospital

Psychiatric and mental health support is available at GJ Crookes Hospital at any time. This includes crisis intervention and ongoing psychiatric care.

Who it is for:

patients experiencing mental health crises or requiring psychiatric care

How to act on it:

Contact the mental health department at GJ Crookes Hospital

Health screenings and interventions are provided for learners in schools near GJ Crookes Hospital.

Who it is for:

students in nearby schools requiring health assessments

How to act on it:

Attend school health sessions conducted by GJ Crookes Hospital teams

Projects aimed at reducing poverty-related health disparities are implemented at GJ Crookes Hospital, including access to medicines and financial aid.

Who it is for:

low-income individuals and families facing health-related hardship

How to act on it:

Apply for support through the hospital’s poverty alleviation programme

This initiative promotes breastfeeding and maternal newborn care practices at GJ Crookes Hospital.

Who it is for:

new mothers and newborns receiving care at the hospital

How to act on it:

Participate in breastfeeding and newborn care support offered at GJ Crookes Hospital

Surgical and orthopaedic care is available at GJ Crookes Hospital at all times. This includes emergency operations and treatment for bone and joint injuries.

Who it is for:

patients needing urgent surgical or orthopaedic intervention

How to act on it:

Go to the surgery and orthopaedics department at GJ Crookes Hospital