The department has several sub-directorates, each with separate responsibilities:
As in the majority of the African continent, HIV is especially prevalent in South Africa. There are several specialized programs in Johannesburg targeted toward preventing the spread of HIV and AIDS, with links and general information listed below.
The major public (provincial) hospitals in Johannesburg are run by the Gauteng Provincial Administration. The city is responsible for public health issues such as immunisation, maternal and child health, AIDS education and prevention, and inspecting premises such as restaurants for health hazards The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA or the Council) is a statutory body, established in terms of the Health Professions Act No. 56 of 1974. The Council, together with the twelve Professional Boards that operate under its jurisdiction, is committed to :
An entirely autonomous organisation, HPCSA does not receive grants or subsidies
from government or any other source, and is funded entirely by the health care
professions it represents. Click
here for a list of the health care practitioners that fall under its jurisdiction.
Each of the professions registered with Council is further represented by one
of twelve professional boards, the boards and Council being interactive entities
HPCSA website: http://www.hpcsa.co.za/hpcsa/default.aspx
Since 1992, the Health Systems Trust has contributed to the development of a health system that can meet the needs of all South Africans, including the most disadvantaged. It works with all stakeholders in order to improve health care, particularly in areas most underserved and in need.
Health Systems Trust website: http://www.hst.org.za/
The chart below lists the provincial hospitals in and around Johannesburg, with contact telephone numbers.
Johannesburg General Hospital |
011 -488-4911 |
Helen Joseph Hospital |
011 -489-1011 |
Southrand Hospital |
011 -435-0022 |
Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital |
011 -933-8000 |
Coronation Hospital |
011 -470-9000 |
Edenvale Hospital |
011 - 882-2400 |
Sandton |
011 -709-2000 |
Johannesburg has 96 clinics, including mobile units, which were visited by a total of 2 696 714 patients between July 2005 and June 2006.