Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital-Garankuwa

09/09/2026

[WATCH] No amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy. Alcohol exposure in the womb can cause Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), a lifelong condition that may result in learning difficulties, developmental delays, behavioural challenges, and physical abnormalities. FASD has no cure, but it is 100% preventable. Keep your pregnancy alcohol-free. Protect your baby's future.

09/09/2026

Give girls lifelong protection against cervical cancer with the one-shot HPV vaccine. Parents, guardians and caregivers are encouraged to support the 2026 Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Single-Dose Vaccination Campaign by signing and returning consent forms. Running from 03 August to 09 October 2026, the campaign aims to protect eligible girls against cervical cancer through vaccinations provided at independent primary and combined schools, outstanding public primary schools, and special schools across Gauteng.

08/09/2026

08/09/2026

Your child’s immune system is brave - but it’s not a solo act.
Vaccinate on time, as outlined in the Road to Health booklet, to guard against polio, TB, hepatitis, measles, & meningitis.
Because superheroes need sidekicks - & vaccines are the best kind.

08/09/2026

Parents and guardians, please sign and return ISHP consent forms. This gives school health teams permission to check your child’s health, provide vaccines and other services, and find health problems early.

08/09/2026

You are encouraged to visit your nearest clinic as the first step to access healthcare. The clinic will then refer you to the hospital if you require specialised medical care that cannot be provided at the clinic. When visiting the hospital, you will be required to produce a referral letter from the clinic. Patients with surgical and medical emergencies will be assisted without referral letters. Those who are not emergencies should begin at the clinic.
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07/09/2026

Let us learn about how our casualty operates. Arriving first does not mean that you will be attended to first. Our nurses first assess who has serious injuries or who is critically ill and whose life may be at risk. We understand that you may also be experiencing pain that only you can feel, but doctors and nurses understand the importance of prioritising patients according to their condition. Let us not lose hope; instead, let us be patient until we receive the help we need.One way to reduce the time you spend at the hospital is to only visit the casualty department when you need urgent medical attention. For other health concerns, please visit our nearest clinics for assistance.

07/09/2026

*Parents urged to prioritise immunisation to protect children*

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06/09/2026

[WATCH]The Gauteng Department of Health is sending 18 young aspiring doctors from disadvantaged communities across the province to pursue medical studies in Cuba through the Nelson Mandela Fidel Castro Medical Training Programme.

05/09/2026

[WATCH] What a wonderful rhythm to end the week! Yesterday, the GDOH Mass Choir brought fantastic energy and uplifting music right to our facility as part of their official Mass Choir Tour. As they continue moving across various facilities today, we are sending them all our support! Catch them as they tour through Pretoria West Hospital, Tshwane Rehab, Odinberg Hospital, and Masakhane Cookfreeze and Laundry.