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Objectives:

Cascading of the 2020-2023 Saving Mothers Executive Report to all MNH Stakeholders

Reporting on the key causes of Maternal Deaths

Inform on Key Recommendations for Improvement

Speakers:

Dr Manala Makua
Chief Director

Dr Sylvia Cebekhulu
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Prof Sue Fawcus
Senior Scholar and Professor Emeritus

Dr Neil Moran
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Dr Sibongile Madondo
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist

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Objectives:

Cascading of the National Maternal, Perinatal and Neonatal Health Policy to all MNH Implementers & Stakeholders.

Broad briefing on the Newly updated Maternal and Neonatal Care Guidelines.

Speakers:

Dr Sithembile Dlamini
Medical Doctor and Medical epidemiologist

Dr Manala Makua
Chief Director

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Objectives:

To provide the audience with clear rationale for the three new chapters in the MCG: Respectful Maternal, Maternal Mental Health Care and Intimate Partner Violence.

To orientate the audience to the three new chapters.

To introduce the training packages that will be developed as well as other resources that may support implementation of the chapters.

Speakers:

A/Prof Simone Honikman
Director: Perinatal Mental Health Project 

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Objectives:

New updates in Basic Antenatal Care, Maternal tests in pregnancy, Maternal Vaccination
Maternal Nutrition, Monitoring of Fetal Well-being in Pregnancy
Early Problems in Pregnancy
Related Maternity Case Record updates

Speakers:

Prof Stefan Gerbhardt
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist

Dr Sibongile Madondo
District Specialist Obstetrician and gynecologist

Dr Lesley Bamford
Paediatrician

Dr TMAG Hlongwane
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Ms Zandile Kubeka
Registered Dietitian

Mr Gilbert Tshimangadzo Tshitaudzi
Nutrition Manager

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Objectives:

Disseminate Updates on TB Recovery Plan 3.0
Provide detailed information on the key components and initiatives within the TB Recovery Plan 3.0.
Enhance Understanding of TB Control & Management Strategies
Educate the target audience about the strategies proposed in TB Recovery Plan 3.0 aimed at enhancing TB management.
Foster Engagement and Collaboration
Encourage active participation and collaboration among stakeholders in implementing the TB Recovery Plan 3.0.

Speakers:

Prof Norbert Ndjeka
Chief Director
Qualifications: MD, DHSM (Wits), MMed (Fam Med) (MED), Dip HIV Man (CMSA), DSc (h.c.)

Dr Lindiwe Mvusi  
Director
Qualifications: MBChB

Dr Waasila Jassat
Medical Doctor
Qualifications: MBBCh, MMed, FCPHM, PhD

Mr Hlengani Mathema
Infectious disease Epidemiologist
Qualifications: Master of Public Health – Epidemiology (MPH)
Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) – Psychology (BSocSc)

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Objectives:

Background of BPAL-L
Describe the background of shortened DR-TB regimens and why the BPAL-L regimen was adopted.

Progress Assessment
Evaluate the status of BPAL (Bedaquiline, Pretomanid, Linezolid) implementation efforts, including the adoption rates, accessibility, and utilization of these drugs in the treatment of TB.

Identification of Challenges
Identify and discuss the challenges encountered in the implementation process, such as regulatory hurdles, supply chain issues, healthcare infrastructure limitations, and patient access barriers.

Strategies for Scale-Up
Explore effective strategies for scaling up BPAL implementation, including capacity building for healthcare workers, advocacy for policy changes, strengthening of healthcare systems, and collaboration with stakeholders at local, national, and international levels.

Speakers:

Prof Norbert Ndjeka
Chief Director
Qualifications: MD, DHSM (Wits), MMed (Fam Med) (MED), Dip HIV Man (CMSA), DSc (h.c.)

Dr Francesca Conradie
Principal Investigator
Qualifications: MBBCH

Ms Yulene Kock
Deputy Director

Mr Sajid Sherif
Health Economist and Data Analyst
Qualifications: BCOM Economics Honours

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Objectives:

To provide healthcare workers with support in managing patients with Advanced HIV Disease (AHD) and co-infections.
Support clinicians who are interested in the Knowledge Hub online Advanced Clinical Care (ACC) course.
Provide clinical resources and guidelines to support the healthcare professional in the clinic or hospital setting.
Provide practical management tools

Speakers:

Dr Ian Proudfoot
Family Physician
Qualifications: MPhil in health professions education

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