Daughter relays father’s last days during Hammanskraal cholera outbreak

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Maria Mashiane said they took her father to the clinic and on the way his blood pressure increased significantly. “Upon our arrival at the hospital, they administered a drip which momentarily stabilised him, allowing for his return home. He was not eating and unable to do anything. Just after a week, we called an ambulance that took him to hospital where they said they are waiting for the results,” said Mashiane.
14 May 2024 English South Africa News

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