by Kegorapetse | Feb 21, 2021 | All News, statements
Media Statement 21 February 2021 For Immediate Release As the Coronavirus continues to spread around the globe, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University together with the South African Vaccination and Immunisation Centre will tomorrow Monday 22 February 2021 hold a panel discussion and presentation to share scientific information on Vaccines and various aspects of tackling Covid-19. An assortment of distinguished academics and experts from the SMU and SAVIC are lined up to separate science from fiction by sharing their insights on the current debates taking place in South Africa and across the globe. The discussions are an integral part of the University’s community engagement efforts to help address bigger challenges facing Africa and the World. Furthermore, it is expected that the debates and diverse views shared by the experts will help engender awareness and debunk myths around vaccines and Covid-19 in public. The panel will comprise of the following leading experts and academics:
- Professor Rose Burnett, Head of SAVIC and a member of the National Advisory Group on Immunisation
- Professor Hannelie Meyer from the Public Health Pharmacy and Management division at SMU and Chair of NISEC
- Dr Lufuno Razwiedani from Community Health and member of the Provincial and District outbreak response team and member of SAVIC
- DR Temitayo Famoroti, a clinical virologist and member of SAVIC
The session will be presented by Dr Andrew Musyoki from the SMU department of microbiology and Deputy Head of SAVIC and Professor Dini Mawela, the Deputy Dean of SMU School of Medicine will chair the session. To be part of the virtual discussions please use the following details: To join the meeting: https://eu.bbcollab.com/guest/fb4cae47ef6d4535b0b4d0eec68bab2d For registration: https://forms.gle/rViB3AnZfMyZtSbQ6 Date: 22 February 2021 Time: 12h00 – 14h00 The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is home to leading health experts and boasts NRF rated researchers, scientists and academics. Issued by the Marketing & Communication For more details, please contact Dr Eric Pule, email address eric.pule@smu.ac.za Phone 012 521 4563 Cell: 0635035587 Website: www.smu.ac.za Download Media statement 21 February 2021 SMU Health Experts to hold a panel discussion on Covid and Vaccines
by Kegorapetse | Feb 19, 2021 | All News, Student Media
1. INTRODUCTION
Preparations for the 2021 registration of returning and first time entering students have been concluded. Preparations were undertaken by a multi-disciplinary Task Team that was coordinated by Office of the Registrar. The Task Team is made up of representatives from the five Schools, ICT, IPD, Finance Department (including Financial Aid Office), Residences, Institutional Support, Marketing Department, International Office, SRC and Safety & Security Office.
2. IMPORTANT DATES
The table below shows registration dates according to different Schools and levels of study
Table 2: A summary of important registration dates:
| | | | | MCBHCB V1 students have already registered | | | | | | MBChB II, III and IV students | | | Registration period for all other eligible returning undergraduate students in all five schools. | | | Registration for all returning undergraduate and postgraduate students ends. | | | Registration for all returning students who sat for supplementary examinations. |
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3. REGISTRATION ARRANGEMENTS
- Registration will be online and students can register on campus or off campus anytime during the day or at night.
- Students are expected to use their own gadgets (laptops or smart cellular phones) to register.
- Students can use the self-help portal (iEnabler) on the website to check if they have academic and/or financial blocks.
- The lifting of academic and/or financial blocks (where applicable), as well as assistance with the choice of correct modules, will be done by staff members from Enrolment Management Office, Finance Department and the five Schools during office
- International students will not be allowed to register before they are cleared by the International Office. The International Office can be contacted on 012 521 6001. Emails should be sent to: modiba@smu.ac.za
- There will be a Call Centre to attend to enquiries and/or re-route them to the relevant Section for assistance during office hours. Students can call the following numbers for assistance: 012 521 4204/ 4319/4644/5057
4. STUDENT FEES AND CLEARANCE
- Students who were sponsored or received funding from either NSFAS or a Provincial Government and have performed well academically, will be financially cleared and allowed to register.
- Students who have not received NSFAS or Provincial Government funding during 2020 will be required to go through the financial clearance process at the Financial Aid
- Self-funded students who do not have outstanding fees are required to pay an initial minimum registration fee of R4 500 before they can be allowed to register.
- All academically deserving self-funded students who have outstanding fees are required to make arrangements with the Finance They should also complete and sign Acknowledgement of Debt Forms before they can be allowed to register.
5. STUDENT ACCOMMODATION ISSUES
- Students who have applied for University residence and were successful will be allocated their rooms after they have been successfully registered
- They will be required to sign all the relevant forms to be allowed into University residence.
6. STUDENT IDENTITY CARDS
- The student identity cards of students who were registered for the 2020 academic year will remain active until the end of the registration period as some of them will still be writing 2020 supplementary and special examinations.
- Those who have successfully completed the registration process will receive their 2021 student cards in the Sports Complex.
7. CONCLUDING REMARKS
Given the tighter timelines, and the imperative to conclude our registration season without any further delays, staff and students are encouraged to do their outmost to honour the set timelines.
DR JM MABELEBELE REGISTRAR
(sent out electronically and therefore unsigned)
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by Kegorapetse | Feb 15, 2021 | Accolades and Achievements, All News, SMU Media
The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is collaborating with the M5 Group to test a herbal mixture developed by the group to help in the response to the fight against Covid-19. In a joint media statement issued recently the University said it recognizes and respects the importance of indigenous knowledge systems and the role of traditional medicine in our health care system. Furthermore, the University stated that it values coordinated efforts in response to pandemics, including the response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The University further emphasized that SMU is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards and in promoting excellence in all research collaborations and partnerships it undertakes.
“During 2020, the University was approached by M5 MediGroup – a group of traditional health practitioners, to test the safety and efficacy of an herbal product prepared by M5 MediGroup and presented as a potential “alternative remedy” for SARS-CoV-2 or COVID-19 infection. During January 2021, a formal collaboration was established with the M5 MediGroup and the group handed over samples of their herbal product to SMU, with the understanding that the University will follow all its ethical clearance processes to scientifically evaluate the herbal mixture for safety and efficacy”, said Professor Mapaseka Seheri in a statement. The university emphasized later during a press briefing that the herbal product is not a vaccine.
“The work that we will do include the characterization of the herbal product in terms of phytochemical composition and evaluation for anti Covid-19 activity. This herbal product is not a vaccine, it falls under the alternative medicine category, if we find efficacy, it will serve as a treatment, said Dr Stanley Gololo the Acting Head of Biochemistry at SMU. The University will continue to work with M5 MediGroup in promoting indigenous knowledge systems using best practices. History was indeed made when the Traditional practitioners joined hands with the scientists at SMU through the aforementioned relationship committing to contributing to solving the biggest health challenge we have faced in our time. We hereby give assurance to the public that once the University has completed these tests, a comprehensive scientific report will be provided. This is a developing story.
by Kegorapetse | Feb 11, 2021 | All News, statements
Media Statement
11 February 2021
For Immediate Release
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University community radio station – 97.1 in Ga-Rankuwa has announced and launched a Covid-19 Health Talk Show series to educate and inform the surrounding community as well as the University community about issues, preventative tips, solutions and survival guides during this difficult time of Covid-19. The aim of the show is to tackle various topics around covid-19, so that SMUFM listeners are able to get most factual information pertaining the pandemic and to better equip themselves on how to deal with pandemic issues during this trying time.
The show will include positive promotion of health topics to the local audience, with input from SMU students, staff, and health professionals. The current global crisis has left community members vulnerable and disordered about their wellbeing, therefore the health information and discussions on SMU FM, 97.1 will assist in clarifying many questions that people have.
The show is held weekdays on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 18:00 -19:00 and is hosted by Siphelele Lunga as well as Co-hosted by SMU Health Science Specialists including students from the Schools of Pharmacy, Health Care Sciences, Science and Technology, Oral Health Sciences and Medicine. They will lead discussions on various health related topics.
The Covid-19 Health Talk Show can be accessed as followed:
Via
Radio: 97.1 SMU FM
SMU WEBSITE: www.smu.ac.za
Live stream Facebook, Instagram and You-tube
Download App- Radio Garden
ISSUED BY SMU FM 97.1 and Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
For more details, please contact Dr Eric Pule, email address eric.pule@smu.ac.za
Phone 012 521 4563 Cell: 0635035587
Website: www.smu.ac.za
Download SMU FM (97.1) launches the new Covid-19 Health Talk hosted by University health experts Media Statement – 11 February 2021
by Kegorapetse | Feb 9, 2021 | All News, SMU Media
97.1 SMU Covid-19 Health Talk features experts and guests from the SMU Community including consumers about a range of health related topics. SMU Staff & Students will share current updates on COVID-19 via this radio programme, while advocating for prevention and protection measures.
Join Siphelele Lunga & Guests from the Physiotherapy department as they discuss The Role of the Physiotherapist during COVID-19.
Tune into SMU FM 97.1 or listen live via streaming on www.smufm.co.za,
Call 012 521 3621 or WhatsApp 081 591 0651 with your questions.
Bought to you by SMU FM in association with School of health Care Sciences.
