Bertha Gxowa Hospital

09/09/2026

08/09/2026

Bertha Gxowa Hospital Physiotherapy Department

Stroke prevention and heart health promotion starts right at home! 👟🏡
This Physio Awareness Week, our Bertha Gxowa team wants to see health promotion move beyond our hospital walls and straight into your local neighbourhood. We are officially challenging you to start a walking club in your own community!
Grab three neighbors, pick a regular weekly time, and start walking your way to better cardiovascular health.

Movement is Medicine: The South African Journal of Physiotherapy highlights that just 30 minutes of daily brisk walking drastically lowers blood pressure, improves blood vessel function, and protects brain health.
Every Second Counts: Using the B.E. F.A.S.T. method to spot a stroke early saves brain tissue. If you notice Balance loss, Eye changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, or Slurred speech, act immediately.
Local Emergency Contacts for Germiston Community:
📞 National Emergency: 112 (Free from mobile) / 10177
📞 Gauteng Ambulance Services: 011 564 2210 / 011 564 2211
Let’s get moving, Germiston! Drop a comment below if you are joining our walking challenge! 👇👟
References:
1. Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA). Cardiovascular Disease Statistics in SA. Available at heartfoundation.co.za.
2. Southern African Hypertension Society (SAHS). National Hypertension Guidelines.
3. South African Journal of Physiotherapy. The role of physical activity in managing non-communicable diseases in public health.

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