Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

13/11/2025

SERVING WITH A SMILE, CARING FOR OUR MOST VULNERABLE

Today at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, our hearts were drawn to the smallest and most vulnerable among us - abandoned and vulnerable babies who depend on the gentle touch of others to thrive.

Our CEO, together with the dedicated Mother & Child Department, spent time holding, feeding, and comforting these little ones. This simple act reminds us that healthcare is more than procedures and medicine - it is presence, compassion and human connection.

For a child who has been left behind, a warm embrace becomes a source of healing.
For the caregiver, it becomes a reminder of purpose.

At Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, holding and feeding babies is not just a task - it is part of our commitment to holistic, dignified healthcare. Every touch speaks hope. Every moment says, “You are not forgotten.”

Thank you to our incredible teams who serve with heart, kindness, and unwavering devotion.

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, where Care Meets Compassion.

13/11/2025

💙 Men, your health matters.
Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer - but it can be detected early.
From age 40, get a PSA test at your nearest clinic or community health centre.
Early detection = better treatment & recovery.

11/11/2025

The Oral Cholera Vaccine, the first vaccine made entirely in South Africa in over 50 years, is now starting clinical trials. Today, the Minister of , Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi, Deputy Minister of Dr. Nomalungelo Gina, MEC for Health and Wellness, , and Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital CEO, Dr. Nthabiseng Makgana are at PHRU based at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital to lead the launch.

10/11/2025

MEC for Health and Wellness, , is conducting a service delivery oversight visit at Boitumelo Clinic in Sebokeng to engage local residents and patients about the challenges they are facing. MEC reassured them that an improved waiting-area shelter will be installed, and that plans are underway to expand the clinic.

08/11/2025

On , we salute the skill and dedication of radiographers who save lives through medical imaging. The Gauteng Department of Health is modernising diagnostics by equipping hospitals and clinics with cutting-edge radiography tools, from digital X-rays and MRI upgrades to advanced ultrasound machines, ensuring faster, safer, and more accurate patient care.

07/11/2025

07/11/2025

Today, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital Environmental Health Department hosted the Integrated Health Care Waste Awareness Annual Awards Ceremony.

These dedicated men and women are being recognised for their outstanding work in managing health care waste at the Waste Awareness Annual Awards. Their hard work ensures the hospital remains safe, clean, and healthy for everyone who walks through its doors.

03/11/2025

*Tambo Memorial strengthens diagnostic capacity*

Get this story, jobs and more on this latest issue of the Gauteng Department of Health News Bulletin.

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31/10/2025

CLOSING BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

This month, we close Breast Cancer Awareness Month not just with ribbons but with real stories of courage, faith and healing.

Meet Hlamalani Daisy Chauke, one of our own at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, a woman who turned pain into purpose and fear into faith.

While pursuing her studies in Public Administration, Daisy’s life changed in an instant when she discovered a lump in her breast. She went to the Employee Wellness Clinic, where she received the diagnosis that no one ever wants to hear - Stage 1 breast cancer.

For a moment, the world stood still. But Daisy didn’t stop. She faced surgery, treatment, and recovery, all while continuing to study, write her exams, and show up for life with grace and determination.

“It wasn’t my body that needed healing the most; it was my heart,” she says. “But faith became my medicine, and grace carried me through.”

Today, Daisy stands strong, not only as a survivor but as a symbol of hope. She proudly serves at CHBAH, the place she calls home, reminding us all that no diagnosis can silence destiny.

Her story is a powerful reminder to every one of us:
• Take care of your health - early screening saves lives.
• Prioritise your wellness - your dreams deserve a healthy you.
• Keep believing - even in the hardest moments, hope lives here.

As we close this month, we celebrate every warrior, every survivor, and every supporter. Because behind every pink ribbon, there’s a heartbeat, and behind every heartbeat, a story like Daisy’s.

31/10/2025

This Orthopaedic Awareness Month, the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital Orthopaedic Department spread the word on bone and joint health!
From prevention to recovery, every step counts toward a stronger and pain-free life. Let’s keep our bodies moving and our bones strong!

31/10/2025

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital team joined hands with and for a Mental Health Awareness walk, to break the stigma, connect with one another, spread compassion and change in our communities.

30/10/2025

This afternoon, generously donated care packages to our Paediatric Oncology wards. We are deeply grateful for their kindness and continued support toward our patients.