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GERMS-SA: Reflecting on 21 years of surveillance impact and looking to the future
The NICD’s flagship GERMS–SA surveillance programme celebrates its 21st anniversary since its establishment in 2003. GERMS-SA, coordinated and led by
Measles and Rubella Monthly Surveillance Report (July 2024)
Measles-rubella rash surveillance continues to report an increase in clinical cases of suspected measles and rubella cases to the National
Health Department Urges Vigilance as Mpox Cases Resurge
The Department of Health calls for ongoing public vigilance against mpox disease as two more laboratory-confirmed cases have been detected
Quarterly update for rabies (May to July 2024)
Rabies is a fatal viral disease that persists as a public health threat in more than 150 countries and territories
New and Improved Wastewater Surveillance Dashboard
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) takes pride in its pivotal role as the national public health institute tasked
World Hepatitis Day: It’s Time for Action
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver often caused by a virus. Viral hepatitis is a significant health concern worldwide.
Mpox Case in Hammanskraal Tests Negative
The Department of Health would like to announce that the grade one learner from Hammanskraal who a suspected case of
Mpox Outbreak: Remaining Under Control Despite Suspected Cases
The Department of Health would like to assure the public that the current outbreak of mpox disease remains under control,
Mpox Outbreak: Current Status and Ongoing Response Efforts(11 July 2024)
The Department of Health calls for the public to maintain vigilance and never lower their guard against mpox disease, as
Mpox Recovery Rates Climb Amid New Case Confirmations
The Department of Health is pleased to announce that 15 of the total number of Mpox cases have received a
