Finetown gets state-of-the-art health care facility

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In addition to the provision of health care services, the clinic will serve as a hub for health education and promotion.

The community of Finetown and surrounding areas have been thrown a lifeline following the opening of a state-of-the-art clinic in Orange Farm, south of Johannesburg on Thursday.

Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC Nomantu-Nkomo-Ralehoko said the opening of the facility was a fulfilment of the commitment made during the tabling of the 2023/24 budget vote.

“This marks a significant milestone on our commitment to providing quality healthcare services to the residents of townships, informal settlements and hostels (TISH). It is a testament to our unwavering dedication to address the healthcare disparities and ensure that every member of our community has access to essential medical services.

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“This is your facility, look after it with pride so that you can preserve it to continue receiving services from it many years from now. The healthcare workers who will be stationed here will serve you with a smile to show that we are happy to provide you with needed services,” MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko said.

The facility boasts various primary healthcare services such as emergency, acute care, chronic care, mother and child, HIV and TB treatment, Optometry, Oral Health, Family Planning, Rehabilitation (Physio, Occupational Health Audiology and Speech theraphy), Podiatry, Youth services, School health, Dispensary, Dietetic and Social work.

In addition to the provision of health care services, the clinic will serve as a hub for health education and promotion. By focusing on prevention and early intervention, it aims to create a healthier community that can thrive and prosper.

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MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko reiterated and pleaded with the community to look after the facility.

“Vandalism and destruction of public infrastructure , especially something as vital as a clinic, is not only detrimental to the immediate services it provides but also undermines the progress we strive to achieve. As a government, we have invested resources, time and effort into building this clinic to serve and uplift our community. It is our duty, as responsible citizens, to protect and preserve it,” she added.

The then clinic which was temporarily operating on multiple containers was petrol-bombed in 2010 by the local community who demanded a permanent structure.

The clinic will operate from 7h00-16h00 Monday to Friday, and closed on weekends and public holidays.