Public Clinics in North West

Platinum miners in the Rustenburg-Brits corridor face elevated risks of silicosis and TB. If you work in mining, you are entitled to annual occupational health screening — but also get a free TB test at your local clinic, as occupational health services do not always follow up.

North West has a large migrant workforce. If you move between facilities, ask about the CCMDD programme for chronic medication collection at pickup points near your workplace, rather than your registered clinic.

Several North West municipalities have recurring water quality issues. If your tap water is discoloured or has been interrupted, boil water before drinking and watch for diarrhoea symptoms, especially in young children.