Dr Claudine Smit, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

23/11/2025

The CDC's recent statements on vaccines and autism are driven entirely by politics, not science. The supposed link between vaccines and autism has been studied over and over again, with large, high-quality studies consistently showing that there is no association between vaccines and autism. See this post for a detailed explanation of those studies https://thelogicofscience.com/2019/03/12/vaccines-and-autism-a-thorough-review-of-the-evidence-2019-update/

22/11/2025

Harmful myths suggesting that vaccines cause autism sow fear and distrust in vaccines, ultimately jeopardizing the great progress we’ve made in preventing serious childhood diseases. For decades, scientists have studied the potential causes of autism, and have repeatedly found no credible link between childhood vaccines and autism. Any effort to misrepresent sound, strong science poses a threat to the health of children and does a disservice to our autistic community.

Read our full fact-check to learn more: https://bit.ly/4nI0Rnb

10/11/2025

Yes! This 👇

29/10/2025

Exactly this 👇

02/10/2025

26/09/2025

September is . Maternal sepsis is a leading cause of preventable maternal illness and death. It happens when an infection during pregnancy, childbirth, or the postpartum period spreads and causes a chain reaction throughout the body—leading to life-threatening complications.

👉 Patients: Know the signs. If you have fever, chills, fast heartbeat, confusion, or feel worse than expected after delivery, seek medical help right away.

👩‍⚕️ Clinicians: Use and share our infographic as a tool to educate patients and raise awareness. Together, we can prevent maternal deaths from sepsis.

🔗 Download the infographic here:https://assets.noviams.com/novi-file-uploads/smfm/graphics/Misc/Sepsis_Factsheet.pdf

26/09/2025

You may have seen confusing headlines about acetaminophen and pregnancy. Your ob-gyn wants you to know that acetaminophen is safe to use during pregnancy when used correctly. Always talk with your ob-gyn before taking any medication.
Have more questions? Talk with your ob-gyn and explore our FAQ for clear, evidence-based answers: https://bit.ly/4mzlm4w

25/09/2025

Babies’ bodies respond well to vaccines because their immune systems are in constant learning mode. A baby’s immune system is ready for the hepatitis B vaccine as soon as they are born, and giving newborns the first dose of the vaccine within 24 hours of birth (with additional doses at 1-2 months and 6-18 months) remains the best protection against serious health problems like liver disease and cancer.
https://bit.ly/46nzS9z

25/09/2025

SOOMSA, SASOG & SASUOG confirm: there is no evidence that paracetamol use in pregnancy at recommended therapeutic doses causes autism.

23/09/2025

23/09/2025

https://sasog.co.za/press-release-paracetamol-use-in-pregnancy/

04/09/2025

We are proud to introduce our Online Pre-Admissions. Our new service allows you to complete your pre-admission process online, saving you time and making your hospital experience more efficient and hassle-free.

Enjoy the convenience of pre-admitting from anywhere, at any time. Click the link to learn more and pre-admit online: https://www.lifehealthcare.co.za/patient-information/going-into-hospital/pre-admission/