Women urged to do regular health check-ups at Boekenhout awareness campaign

Tshwane District Health’s Boekenhout Clinic hosted a health awareness campaign recently, focusing on empowering women with knowledge, preventative care, and emotional support.

The initiative brought together patients, clinic staff, and community members in a shared commitment to prioritising women’s health and well-being.

The campaign addressed some of the most pressing health issues affecting women today, with an emphasis on early detection, preventative care, and mental health awareness.

To ensure participants could benefit practically, the programme included complimentary medical screenings, lifestyle education, and safe spaces for open conversations about health challenges.

Speaking to attendees, Tshwane District Health promoter Keamogetswe Maboane highlighted the importance of everyday choices in protecting long-term health.

She encouraged women to view prevention as a life-saving step rather than an afterthought.

“When we commit to regular check-ups, make healthier lifestyle choices, and seek support when needed, we reduce the risk of serious illnesses.

“Prevention is always better than cure, and these small steps can save lives,” Maboane said.

A core part of the campaign was devoted to mental health, an often overlooked but crucial aspect of women’s overall well-being.

Itumeleng Selinda, a registered counsellor at Boekenhout Clinic, reminded participants that mental health deserves the same attention as physical health.

“Stress, anxiety, and depression are real challenges many women face, yet they are often ignored.

Taking care of your mental health should be as normal as checking your blood pressure or sugar levels. When we speak openly about these issues, we break the stigma and allow women to get the help they deserve,” explained Silinda.

The campaign not only provided vital information but also created a supportive environment where women could share their experiences, reflect, and feel acknowledged.

The Gauteng Department of Health continues to emphasise community-centred healthcare delivery.

The department encouraged women across the province to take control of their health one step, one choice, and one check-up at a time.

It said it invests in the well-being of its own employees. Staff members have access to mental health support through employee wellness programmes, which include 24-hour counselling services.

Additional initiatives such as Wellness Wednesdays and the #AsibeHealthy campaign promote healthier lifestyles, tackling both physical and mental wellness in practical, engaging ways.

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