Public Health - The Aurum Institute

Strengthen health systems to reach epidemic control

Poorly designed health system will consistently produce sub-standard results despite our best efforts, says Lauren de Kock, Aurum Regional Director: Continuous Quality Improvement and Training. “Con...
Busting eight myths about sex work ahead of deadline for public comments on decriminalisation bill

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World Aids Day 2022: Aurum taking action, making an impact

As an organisation which is part of the response to End Aids, Aurum joined the global community in commemorating World Aids Day. In our work in HIV clinical and implementation research, we genera...
Springs Clinic launches youth zone – a health initiative for the youth of Springs

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Reproductive Health Month: Ask Dr Thandi

This Reproductive Health Month 2023, we bring you one of our experts, Dr Thandi Ndlovu who is a Technical Specialist at The Aurum Institute. Check out her Q&A session on Reproductive health month...
CDC South Africa supports vaccination against COVID-19

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Is SA any closer to HIV vaccine?

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Aurum supports SAHTAC AGM 2023

Prof Geoffrey Setswe, Aurum Managing Director for Implementation Research Division and Director for Communications, Kanya Ndaki presented in the South African Health Technologies Advocacy Coalition (S...
HIV vaccine and research in the pipeline

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Deputy President, Paul Mashatile announces 5th NSP at the SANAC World TB Day 2023 commemoration

South Africa celebrated world Tb Day at the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) World TB Day commemoration in Tlhabane stadium, Rustenburg under the theme “Yes, you and I can end TB” which...
Partnerships to improve health for mine workers

The Aurum Institute together with the North West Department of Health (NW DOH) and the mining sector officially launched the Tier.Net project at the Sibanye Stillwater mine in Rustenburg South Africa ...
Six HIV vaccine research projects underway globally

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Aurum administers 400k vaccinations across SA

In commemoration of African Vaccination Week/ World Immunisation Week 2023, Aurum is pleased to announce that we have administered almost 400 000 vaccinations since the implementation of COVID-19 vacc...
Progress with HIV vaccine research and development: William Brumskine

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Aurum showcases HIV and TB expertise at INTEREST 2023

Fundação Aurum, together with The Aurum Institute South Africa, participated in the INTEREST 2023 conference, showcasing the innovative work the Aurum Group does in HIV research, treatment, and care...
From a Rural Village to a PhD: Dr. Bonolo Pitse's Extraordinary Story of Resilience and Passion

In a world full of inspiring stories, Bonolo Pitse stands out as a remarkable example of determination, resilience, and the power of passion. Growing up in a remote rural village with financial limita...
WATCH | How the health department plans to stop alleged discrimination in clinics

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Easier access to antiretrovirals helps people in rural areas

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Pride Month: Aurum celebrates LGBTQI+ community at Colour Picnic

In support of Pride Month 2023, Aurum Tembisa Clinic 4 Research Division Community Engagement team participated in the Department of Higher Education and Training and NICRO Ekurhuleni East TVET Colleg...
Aurum staff embrace Ubuntu on Nelson Mandela Day

Motivated by the Nelson Mandela quote, "It is in your hands to make a better world for all who live in it," Aurum staff in the North West province joined hands to make a difference in the lives of the...