SAMDP

For over 30 years, we have been committed to impactful advocacy, comprehensive professional development, and exclusive networking.

The South African Medical and Dental Practitioners (SAMDP) is a trusted organisation with a proven track record of advocating for the interests of medical and dental professionals in South Africa. The South African Medical and Dental Practitioners Association (SAMDP) is dedicated to empowering professionals like you to excel while shaping the future of South African healthcare. We collaborate with

entities like the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the South African Dental Association (SADA) to drive positive changes and advancements in healthcare. Our members actively serve on various healthcare committees, representing the Government and Private sectors.

16/06/2026

HAPPY YOUTH DAY! 16 JUNE 2026

"The youth are the balance of our country." – Nelson Mandela

On 16 June 1976, young South Africans marched for education and a better future. They were met with bullets. Their sacrifice birthed a movement that changed our nation forever.
Fifty years later, their legacy lives on, but so do the challenges.

Young South Africans Face:
• Depression & anxiety up 40% in the past decade
• Drug use rising among teenagers
• Diabetes & hypertension appearing in younger ages
• HIV still high among young people
• Only 14% of South Africans have medical aid

Health is the foundation of opportunity. Without health, young people can't complete school, find work, or build the future they deserve.

SAMDP Is Committed to Youth Health:
• We offer FREE membership to all medical and dental students
• We're advocating for youth health services and prevention programmes
• We're challenging stigma around mental health and addiction

Medical & Dental Students: We Want YOU!

You're the next generation of healthcare leaders. You're seeing the youth health crisis firsthand. Join SAMDP for FREE.
• Sign up: www.samdp.co.za/students
• 5 minutes. R0 cost. Lifetime impact.

To All South Africans: Investing in young people's health is investing in our collective future. Support youth health programmes. Volunteer. Speak up.

To Our Youth: Your courage in 1976 changed our nation. Your health today determines our future. We see you. We hear you. We're with you.

Happy Youth Day 2026

What does Youth Day mean to you? Share in the comments.
Please SHARE to honour the legacy of 1976.

https://samdp.co.za/youth-day-16-june-2026/

14/06/2026

WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY – 14 JUNE
Did you know? One blood donation can save up to 3 lives!
This World Blood Donor Day, SAMDP is calling on all South Africans to give the gift of life.

Why Your Blood Matters:

• South Africa faces chronic blood shortages
• Children with sickle cell disease need regular transfusions
• Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy depend on blood
• Trauma victims and mothers with postpartum haemorrhage need blood NOW
• Young, healthy donors are the future of our blood supply

Can You Donate?
✓ Are you 18–65 years
✓ Weigh at least 50kg
✓ Feel well and healthy
✓ No active infections

How to Get Involved:
• Donate blood on 14 June or any time
• Organise a blood drive at your work, school, church, or community
• Encourage friends and family to donate
• Follow SANBS for donation dates near you

Find a donation centre: www.sanbs.org.za
SANBS Helpline: 0800 726 227
Healthcare Practitioners- Lead by Example!

Show your patients that blood donation is safe, quick, and life-saving. Organise a blood drive at your clinic or practice.

Have you donated blood before? Help spread awareness and save lives! Share your story in the comments.

For more info: https://samdp.co.za/world-blood-donor-day-14-june/

09/06/2026

On Saturday 6 June, Open Diagnostics welcomed the first cohort of medical receptionists from SAMDP member practices to our Soweto centre for our inaugural 'Coffee & Connect' session.

These sessions are designed to simplify the referral process – walking practice staff through our referral logistics, patient preparation requirements, and what referring healthcare providers can expect from the diagnostic workflow.

Receptionists are central to the referral chain, and building these relationships directly is core to how we support our South African Medical and Dental Practitioners Association (SAMDP) members.

The second session takes place on 20 June at our Alexandra centre. To register your practice staff, please reach out to your Client Liaison Officer or contact us directly.

08/06/2026

Lenacapavir is now being rolled out in South Africa.

In recognition of World AIDS Day 2025, SAMDP shared insights on Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection with the potential to transform HIV prevention.
President Cyril Ramaphosa officially launched the national rollout of Lenacapavir on 5 June 2026 in Secunda, Mpumalanga. The rollout is being introduced in phases through selected public healthcare facilities across high HIV burden provinces, prioritising populations most at risk.

This marks a significant step forward in expanding HIV prevention choices and strengthening South Africa’s public health response.

Read more: https://samdp.co.za/lenacapavir-a-new-era-in-hiv-prevention/

01/06/2026

Affordable X-rays are now closer to you.

SAMDP Group Holdings and Open Diagnostics are bringing quality & affordable diagnostic X-ray services to Maponya Mall, Soweto and Alexandra Township.
Medical aid or cash, quality care is now within reach.
Speak to your doctor today.

More info: https://samdp.co.za/samdp-pristem-diagnostics-partnership/

28/05/2026

We are pleased to announce a strategic partnership between the South African Medical and Dental Practitioners Association (SAMDP) Group Holdings (SGH) and Open Diagnostics South Africa, an innovative diagnostic imaging provider committed to making high-quality and affordable X-ray services accessible to communities in Soweto and Alexandra Township.

For full details on the partnership, the services available, and what this collaboration means for SAMDP members and their patients visit https://samdp.co.za/samdp-pristem-diagnostics-partnership/

21/05/2026

May 5th marked World Hand Hygiene Day!

Did you know that clean hands are the #1 way to stop the spread of infections?
Whether it’s at home, in the office, or at school, proper hand hygiene saves lives by preventing the spread of germs that cause everything from common colds to more serious illnesses. It’s the simplest, most effective health tool we have.
Learn more in our blog: https://samdp.co.za/world-hand-hygiene-day/

20/05/2026

Watch this tribute to the heroes of our wards.

Nurses are not just staff. They are the backbone of our health system.

Beyond International Nurses Day, which took place on the 12th of May, all year we salute every nurse who has ever stayed late, held a hand, or fought for a patient when no one else was watching.

The theme is clear: “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.”

Tag a nurse who has cared for you or your family.
Let them know: You are seen. You are valued. You are the future.

18/05/2026

The "Salt Hidden in Plain Sight"

Most of the salt we eat doesn’t come from the kitchen shaker—it’s hidden in the food we buy every day.

Bread, gravies, and packaged snacks are often packed with more sodium than we realise. This "hidden" salt is a major driver of high blood pressure, the "silent killer" that affects nearly half of all South African adults.

Take control of your health:
• Read the labels: Look for "low sodium" options.
• Choose fresh: Prioritise whole foods over processed ones.
• Get checked: Know your blood pressure numbers!
What’s one low-salt swap you’ve made at home? Share your tips below!

Learn more in our latest blog: https://samdp.co.za/salt-pressure-and-survival-why-south-africans-must-act-now/

17/05/2026

World Salt Awareness Week (12–18 May) and World Hypertension Day (17 May) are not isolated dates on a calendar, they are a wake up call for South Africa. High blood pressure is a silent epidemic, and our national salt glutted diet is one of its main drivers. As medical and dental professionals, we have both the responsibility and the opportunity to shift this trajectory, one patient, one household, and one policy at a time. Learn more in our latest blog: https://samdp.co.za/salt-pressure-and-survival-why-south-africans-must-act-now/

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