Keready clinics ready for action in KZN
Keready’s mobile clinics offer medical relief in areas around KZN that are in desperate need of quality healthcare.
THIRTEEN brand-new cutting-edge mobile health clinics have been put into action in KwaZulu-Natal by the dynamic youth-driven movement and leading mobile healthcare provider, Keready. The launch of these new clinics represents a significant milestone in Keready’s commitment to bringing free quality medical services to communities in need, especially the youth.
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Equipped with modern medical facilities and staffed by highly trained young healthcare professionals, these clinics offer an array of services tailored specifically to the needs of young people and their communities. This includes sexual and reproductive health services, such as family planning, STI treatment, HIV and pregnancy testing. Other services include testing for diabetes and blood pressure checks, among other checks that are done at the clinics.
The clinics are specifically designed to support young people in under-served areas in KwaZulu-Natal, with a particular focus on eThekwini, in areas such as Cator Manor, Morningside, Durban Central and North Beach.
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The arrival of the clinics in KwaZulu-Natal means the Keready team now has a total of 46 mobile clinics, which includes ten young doctors, 95 nurses, 50 communicators, dedicated drivers and nearly 200 mobilisers across the four provinces.
“We make sure to create a non-judgemental and welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable seeking our services. From health check-ups to offering specifically tailored services for young people, we strive to empower youth to take charge of their health and well-being,” says young Dr Dineo Sefoloko, who oversees the Durban operations.
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“Our 24/7 ‘Ask a Keready Doctor’ WhatsApp line further emphasises our dedication to being available and accessible to young people when they need us the most, no matter where in South Africa they are connecting from.”
To find the locations of the Keready Mobile Clinics, visit Keready’s website at www.keready.co.za. For any health-related inquiries, Keready provides a 24/7 WhatsApp line at 060 019 00 00. Additionally, every Wednesday at 19:00, Keready doctors host a live session on TikTok, accessible on the TikTok channel, @kereadysa.
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