HIV/Aids latest statistics in RSA

The statistics discussed here come from two prevalence studies that estimate how many people are living with HIV in South Africa, and two reports on AIDS deaths. Viewed together these sources give an idea of the scale of South Africa’s HIV epidemic. If you are looking for statistics from elsewhere, try our statistics section. The first section is based on the report of... Read More

CANSA Women’s Health Campaign

Women lead busy and demanding lives – often putting others’ needs before their own. CANSA is encouraging all women to invest in their health by learning how to detect women’s cancers early, as part of its women’s health campaign for September and October. Invest in your health – Detect women’s cancers early “Cancer is one of the most serious diseases women... Read More

HIV – The role of Women in stopping the pandemic

HIV – The role of Women in stopping the pandemic This is a summary of the enlightening speech presented by Ms Serote during our Women in Action Celebration, Soweto INTRODUCTION Over 7million people have been diagnosed having AIDS and around 4.7million have died worldwide. Nearly 50% of people living with HIV\AIDS worldwide are women. Read More  Read More