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Ilembe finally set to get government psychiatric facility after years of waiting

The KwaZulu-Natal government has launched a R148 million project to build the Ilembe district's first dedicated public psychiatric hospital, ending years of patient transfers.

Ilembe finally set to get government psychiatric facility after years of waiting

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Health funds launch flu vaccination campaigns as supplies gradually reach clinics

Health officials are urging the public to get vaccinated early, warning of high infection rates among children and the risk of complications.

  • Israel's health funds launch phased flu vaccination campaigns ahead of winter.
  • Meuhedet Health Services receives first shipment on Thursday, vaccinations start next week.
  • Clalit Health Services aims to vaccinate 980,000 patients annually, with 55% coverage for over 65s.

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