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Thornhill Manor Residents Support Edenvale Hospice with Essential Supplies
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Thornhill Manor Residents Support Edenvale Hospice with Essential Supplies
Residents of Thornhill Manor Retirement Village have donated over R4 000 worth of cleaning and incontinence supplies to Edenvale Care Centre Hospice.
The contribution will help maintain a hygienic and comfortable environment for patients while ensuring dignified personal care for those who are immobile or nearing the end of life.
The donation strengthens the hospice’s ability to provide person-centred care focused on comfort, symptom management, and quality of life.
Residents of Thornhill Manor Retirement Village have donated over R4 000 worth of cleaning and incontinence supplies to Edenvale Care Centre Hospice.
The contribution will help maintain a hygienic and comfortable environment for patients while ensuring dignified personal care for those who are immobile or nearing the end of life.
The donation strengthens the hospice’s ability to provide person-centred care focused on comfort, symptom management, and quality of life.
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KwaZulu-Natal Doctors Remove Brain Tumour Without External Incision
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A team of doctors in KwaZulu-Natal has successfully removed a brain tumour without a single external incision.
The complex procedure was performed at Shelly Beach Hospital using a camera system inserted through the nose to reach the base of the brain.
The surgery treats tumours of the pituitary gland, which can affect hormone production and normal body functions if left untreated.
This milestone marks a significant development in advanced healthcare services in the region and demonstrates the hospital’s capacity for modern surgical techniques.
The complex procedure was performed at Shelly Beach Hospital using a camera system inserted through the nose to reach the base of the brain.
The surgery treats tumours of the pituitary gland, which can affect hormone production and normal body functions if left untreated.
This milestone marks a significant development in advanced healthcare services in the region and demonstrates the hospital’s capacity for modern surgical techniques.
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National Transport Conference highlights rail and transport upgrades
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The National Transport Conference in Midrand, north of Johannesburg, is focusing on revitalising South Africa’s rail and public transport systems.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy outlined plans to expand and modernise commuter rail services in Gauteng, the Western Cape, KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape, making daily travel safer and more efficient.
Officials say these upgrades are expected to boost urban mobility, support local economies and create jobs in the transport sector.
President Cyril Ramaphosa also spoke about plans for high-speed trains linking Johannesburg to Durban and Musina, aiming to provide faster, safer travel along these key corridors
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy outlined plans to expand and modernise commuter rail services in Gauteng, the Western Cape, KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape, making daily travel safer and more efficient.
Officials say these upgrades are expected to boost urban mobility, support local economies and create jobs in the transport sector.
President Cyril Ramaphosa also spoke about plans for high-speed trains linking Johannesburg to Durban and Musina, aiming to provide faster, safer travel along these key corridors
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.64 to the US Dollar, 22.21 to the British Pound, and 19.19 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,028.03 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 100.21 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 73,747.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.64 to the US Dollar, 22.21 to the British Pound, and 19.19 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,028.03 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 100.21 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 73,747.00.
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