Sediba Hope Medical Centre

04/09/2026

Did you know that lifestyle choices can drastically change the course of viral infections? For individuals living with chronic hepatitis c, smoking is not just a secondary habit — it is a major accelerator of disease progression and substantially increases the risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma — the most common form of primary liver cancer. When to***co smoke and chronic HCV combine, they create a compounding inflammatory burden on the liver, raising the stakes for long-term health outcomes.

Take Control of Your Liver Health
* Breaking the smoking habit is one of the most effective ways to protect your liver from accelerated damage.
* Early detection of hepatitis c allows for modern, curative treatments that can stop liver disease in its tracks before severe complications arise.

At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we provide comprehensive, non-judgmental viral hepatitis screening, decentralized point-of-service care, and holistic support right here in Pretoria.

📅 Visit us today:
💻Book online https://www.recomed.co.za/clinical-services/pretoria/sediba-hope-medical-centre-general-practice/60828/74183/
📱 WhatsApp +27836709352
📞 Phone +27123231106
📍 1st Floor Sediba House, 173 Bosman Street, Pretoria CBD

02/09/2026

Navigating patient referrals between primary care and specialized public health facilities can often be complex and time-consuming. At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we have seen firsthand how digital health tools can bridge this gap.

By leveraging the Vula Mobile app, our clinical team has successfully streamlined communication and linked numerous patients directly to the appropriate specialists and public health facilities.

Digital health innovation is a core pillar of health systems strengthening. We encourage fellow clinicians to integrate Vula into their daily practice to enhance care coordination for our communities.

Let's work together to connect patients to the care they deserve! 🌍🤝

The curve tells a story of momentum, one referral at a time 📈

Since 2014, this line has been built by health professionals submitting referrals, specialists responding and care teams working together to determine the next step in a patient’s care.

Today, it represents more than 3 million referral cases, and it is still rising. Our commitment remains the same: connecting health professionals to help patients get the right care at the right time.

02/09/2026

Managing chronic conditions means keeping a close eye on your organ health — and your kidneys are at the top of that list. Monitoring your creatinine levels is essential for tracking kidney function, especially for individuals living with hypertension, diabetes, or other long-term health conditions.

At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we make monitoring your health easier and faster than ever. We have creatinine testing available right here at the point of care, meaning you get your results in just minutes — no long waits, no delays, and immediate answers for you and your clinical team.

📅 Book your visit now:
💻 Online https://www.recomed.co.za/clinical-services/pretoria/sediba-hope-medical-centre-general-practice/60828/74183/
📱 WhatsApp +27836709352
📞 Phone +27123231106
📍 Visit 1st Floor Sediba House, 173 Bosman Street, Pretoria CBD

The major risk factors for kidney disease include diabetes, hypertension, obesity and family history. Remember to regularly screen for kidney disease if you have these underlying conditions, and adopt a healthy lifestyle to protect this vital organ.

02/09/2026

There is an increase in rotavirus cases reported around Pretoria recently. Rotavirus is a highly contagious virus that causes severe diarrhea and vomiting, particularly impacting young children, but it can affect anyone.

Prevention and early management are key to keeping our community safe and healthy:
* Wash hands frequently
* Sanitize durfaces
* Stay hydrated
* Seek early care

Let’s keep Pretoria safe and healthy together! 💙

Our surveillance indicates that the 2026 rotavirus season is underway in South Africa, with a sharp increase in rotavirus cases reported in Pretoria. We encourage parents and caregivers to ensure that their children are vaccinated against rotavirus and to continue breastfeeding infants. Infants and children experiencing diarrhoeal symptoms should be given oral rehydration solution to help prevent dehydration. Read more here: https://www.nicd.ac.za/its-rotavirus-season-protect-your-child-by-vaccinating-them-and-watching-for-signs-of-dehydration/

01/09/2026

Enhanced access to rapid, point-of-care diagnostic screening is a game-changer for identifying and managing advanced HIV and opportunistic infections. Without timely screening, critical co-infections and severe immune suppression can easily be missed until it is too late.

At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we integrate comprehensive, decentralized point-of-care diagnostic services right here in the Tshwane CBD to catch opportunistic diseases early and save lives.

Our Comprehensive Point-of-Care & Clinical Diagnostic Capabilities at SHMC include:
* Real-time testing of HIV, Viral Hepatitis B & C, Syphilis and Tuberculosis.
* Rapid assessment of CD4 counts.
* On-site management of opportunistic conditions.
* A fully equipped diagnostic laboratory.
* Routine metabolic, safety and wellness testing.

By bringing diagnostics directly to the point of care, we are bridging the gap for underserved populations and transforming global recommendations into local, life-saving reality.

Visit us today to get tested!

Two studies presented at the 26th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026) last week show that wider access to diagnostic testing and consistent implementation of screening guidance could each improve the diagnosis of opportunistic infections in people with low CD4 counts. World Health Organiz...

31/08/2026

Don't be a statistic — beat the curve and take control of your health today!

Knowing your status is the most powerful step you can take. At Sediba Hope Medical Centre, we make HIV testing, treatment and viral load monitoring easily accessible and confidential. Whether you want to check your status, manage your treatment, or stay ahead of the curve, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

📅 Booking is simple and flexible:
Book via RecoMed https://www.recomed.co.za/clinical-services/pretoria/sediba-hope-medical-centre-general-practice/60828/74183/
Send us a message on WhatsApp +27836709352
Or simply walk right in at 1st Floor Sediba House, 173 Bosman Street, Pretoria Central!

Viral suppression:
✅ improves health of people living with HIV
✅ prevents HIV transmission

But UNAIDS data shows that access to treatment and viral load testing still varies by region.

With the newly reaffirmed target of 38 million people living with HIV virally suppressed by 2030, we must ensure treatment and care services are accessible for all in need. https://digitallibrary.un.org/record/4120538?ln=en&v=pdf

31/08/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day 2026: 25 Years On, Still Needed

🌍 Over 500,000 lives are lost globally each year to drug overdoses.

Recent data highlights a critical public health crisis, with opioids accounting for nearly 80% of these tragic deaths. While the highest rates remain in North America and Europe, synthetic drugs are driving sharp increases in South America and Southeast Asia.

Overdose is preventable. We can save lives by implementing proven solutions:
💊 Distribute life-saving overdose-reversal medication, naloxone, to first responders, families, and communities.
🤝 Improve affordable access to evidence-based addiction treatment and mental health care.
📢 Reframe substance use as a health issue, making it easier for individuals to reach out for help without fear of judgment.

Today, we commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day and remember lives lost to overdose. An overdose is a medical emergency, acting quickly can save a life. For support, contact the Substance Abuse Helpline on 0800 12 13 14.

27/08/2026

🔴 Your health is in your hands! 🔴 🫵 Get your FREE HIV Self-Screening kit today!

05/06/2026

Today, South Africa reaches a significant milestone in its HIV prevention response. President Cyril Ramaphosa and Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi are officially launching the national rollout of lenacapavir (LEN), the twice-yearly injectable HIV PrEP option, today in Mpumalanga, as part of a phased national rollout.

Selected government clinics across six provinces - Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, North West and the Western Cape – are to begin offering LEN as an additional HIV prevention choice.

Find a full list of participating facilities herehttps://sahivsoc.org/Files/LEN-FACILITIES-BY-PROVINCE-2-1.pdf, with thanks to Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism for making this available.

Vulnerable key populations will be prioritised.

To watch the launch live, follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/live/xLtWzYAKFqc?si=kWZ6okoO4tCdfQfA

03/06/2026

Silence protects violence. Speak out. Report GBVF. Every report can help save a life and protect the vulnerable.