Carla Micheal assists Cleo Batana to check her blood sugar and cholesterol. Photo: Tshegofatso Thobedi.
Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital came to life on Saturday, October 4, at their Making Life Better Day event, offering free health screenings, including blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol testing for the community and staff.
Occupational therapists Megan Liddle and Bethany Jackson. Photo: Tshegofatso Thobedi
According to marketing and communications manager Natasha Griffin, the event was further supported by a team of resident allied professionals, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and radiologists who generously offered expert advice and live demonstrations.
Pamela Wait and Ingrid Klerck demonstrate mobility exercises with Bonolo Ibrahim. Photo: Tshegofatso Thobedi
The atmosphere was lively, and despite the gloomy weather, Life Wilgeheuwel remained committed to wellness and setting a strong precedent for what is set to become a recurring event.
Barbara Martin does her monthly check-up. Photo: Tshegofatso Thobedi
“The day was aligned to our national marketing campaign, which focuses on promoting healthy living and getting screened. The day was intended to encourage the community to put their best foot forward towards making healthier lifestyle choices, and what better way than to start by getting their health checks done,” Natasha says.
Nurse Mulalo Nkwatshirema is happy to assist you with a free screening. Photo: Tshegofatso Thobedi
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Tshegofatso Thobedi is a journalist with the Roodepoort Northsider, where she is a passionate sports enthusiast with a love for storytelling but realised her true fascination lies in the versatility of multimedia journalism. With each article, she embraces the opportunity to explore new topics, formats, and styles, constantly challenging herself to grow as a journalist. Whether it’s the thrill of a live game, a school play, or the depth of a hard news story, she is always eager to dive in and be the voice for the community, one article at a time.
