Lentswe, Stilfontein -  Duff Scott Hospital’s Primary Health Department is teaming up with the local police station in a joint effort to promote community health and well-being by launching a comprehensive Blood Pressure Awareness Campaign. 
With the aim of raising awareness about hypertension and its associated risks, this initiative underscores the importance of preventive healthcare and early detection. High blood pressure, often referred to as hypertension, is a prevalent yet largely preventable condition that affects individuals worldwide.

Lentswe, Klerksdorp - A young woman suffered a terrifying attack in July last year when she was shot and stabbed after visiting a night club. She survived the attack only to identify her ex-boyfriend as one of her attackers. Modiehi Kgalapha spent months in hospital and went to the Klerksdorp Magistrates Court on Wednesday February 7 where she was supported by members of the community when her ex’s case was heard. “I want justice. He can’t just get away with what he has done,” she said. Her day of hell took place early on July 2 last year after she visited a nightclub in the CBD the night before.

Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The North West Department of Health is promoting February as Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month by rolling out the first round of the Human Papiloma Virus (HPV) vaccination until February 20 in all primary schools across the province.
HPV is a viral infection that is transmitted between people through skin-to-skin contact. The infection occurs when the virus enters the body, usually through a cut or sexual contact including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. 

Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Criminals are active in the province, but they have to deal with the long arm of the law. This is evident in Operation Shanela that resulted in the apprehension of 1 009 suspect in the province. These arrests took place between February 5 and 11 throughout the province.