Today we spoke to Nelmarie Du Toit – Assistant Director at the Child Accident Prevention Foundation at the Red Cross Hospital. We were talking about Poisoning. It is reported that hundreds of children are admitted to hospitals for treatment after swallowing poisonous substances. Some die as a result. Others are left with permanent damage. Nelmarie told us more about the preventative measures that one can take to avoid such incidents. For more information contact (021) 685 5208 or visit www.childsafe.org.za In case of an emergency contact the Red Cross Poison Center at (021) 689 5227 or the Tygeberg Center at (021) 931 6129.
We also spoke to Dr Nelis Grobbler. Dr Grobbelaar is known for his passion for people who are infected with the HIV/AIDS virus. Ahead of the World Aids Day celebrations he opened his Emporium of Care at the TC Newman Hospital in Paarl. The care centre will be a place where patients will be able develop their skills receive counseling, discuss their experiences with each other and much more. For more information you can contact him on 072 341 8851.
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