12 Mar 2012
In its endeavour to embrace service delivery and healthy environment of workers, the Eastern Cape Department of Transport Chris Hani District Wellness Unit held 3 medical screening events at Engcobo Traffic station, Cradock, and Queenstown District office recently.
Healthcare Professionals from Government Eemployees Medical Scheme (GEMS), Department of Health, South African National Blood Service (SANBS) and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) were invited to attend and provided medical screening tests to all employees that included:
- Blood pressure
- Blood sugar
- Weight &height with body mass index
- Family planning
- Waist circumference
- HCT (HIV Counselling test)
- TB Screening
- 10-15 minutes neck and shoulder massage
- Blood talk by SANBS.
Chris Hani District Assistant Manager for Wellness, Sebenzile Kakalala said, the key priority of this initiative is to provide an integrated, sustainable and cost effective package of wellness interventions, which met the needs of both employer and employees.
“The greatest challenge, among others facing the wellness unit is to prevent new infections, accelerate access to treatment for those eligible for clinical treatment, and to reduce stigma and discrimination with special focus on HIV and AIDS and TB stigma”, added Kakalala.
Issued by: Eastern Cape Transport
12 Mar 2012
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