Brits District Hospital

24/12/2025

24/12/2025

Maternity ward ready to welcome Christmas babies.

08/12/2025

03/12/2025

Brits District Hospital commemorated World AIDS Day at the Outpatient Department (OPD), bringing together both staff and patients to honour the global fight against HIV and AIDS. The event created an opportunity to raise awareness, share educational messages, and encourage compassionate conversations about prevention, treatment, and support. Staff engaged patients with informative talks, encouraged regular testing, and highlighted the importance of adherence to treatment and healthy lifestyle choices. The gathering reflected the hospital’s commitment to promoting community health and supporting those affected by HIV and AIDS.

03/12/2025

International Day of Person with Disabilities awareness.

03/12/2025

Brits District Hospital recently hosted a Stress Management and Burnout in the Workplace session aimed at supporting staff wellness and promoting a healthier working environment. The session focused on helping employees identify signs of stress and burnout, understand their impact on mental and physical health, and learn practical strategies for coping with workplace pressures.

Facilitators shared techniques such as time management, relaxation exercises, setting healthy boundaries, and seeking support when needed. Staff were encouraged to prioritise self-care and make use of available wellness resources within the hospital.

The session formed part of the hospital’s ongoing commitment to staff well-being, recognising that a healthy workforce contributes to better patient care and a more positive workplace culture.

03/12/2025

Tracing the Family of Mr Xingwane

The social work office is requesting your intervention regarding tracing of the significant others of
Mr. Xingwane Mzikayise Vitallo date of birth is 1981/11/15 his relative’s whereabouts is unknown. Mr. Xingwane Mzikayise Vitallo is admitted at Brits District Hospital. He is residing at A62 Khalamtwana Segwaelane.

For more information, contact social work unit.
Ms Deliwe Lebethe
Contact no: 012 381 7037

02/12/2025

Important Notice: Visiting Hours.

25/11/2025

25/11/2025

24/11/2025

Reasons to Commemorate World AIDS Day

1. To Honour the Lives Lost Millions of people have died due to HIV and AIDS over the past decades. Commemorating this day pays tribute to them and reminds us of the human impact of the epidemic.

2. To Support Those Living With HIV
World AIDS Day encourages society to stand in solidarity with people living with HIV. It promotes compassion, understanding, and the fight against stigma and discrimination.

3. To Promote Awareness and Education
Many people still lack accurate information about HIV transmission, prevention, and treatment. This day provides an opportunity to share knowledge that can save lives and reduce new infections.

4. To Encourage Testing and Early Treatment
Commemorating AIDS Day raises awareness about the importance of HIV testing, knowing your status, accessing treatment early, and adhering to medication for better health outcomes.

5. To Reflect on Progress and Remaining Challenges
Although treatment has advanced and many lives have been saved, new infections still occur. The day helps us assess achievements, identify gaps, and refocus efforts toward an HIV-free generation.

6. To Mobilise Communities and Stakeholders
It encourages governments, health sectors, NGOs, and communities to strengthen their commitment to fighting HIV and providing continuous support to affected populations.

7. To Fight Stigma and Discrimination
Commemorating this day promotes acceptance and reduces negative attitudes towards people living with HIV. It reinforces the message that HIV is a medical condition not a moral judgement.

8. To Create a United Global Response
World AIDS Day is observed across the globe, reminding everyone that HIV affects all countries, races, ages, and genders. It reinforces unity and the global fight to end AIDS.

Let us be part of the Generation that makes a difference