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Human rights practitioners call for improved health care

The recent tragedy where a toddler was beaten by a rodent in Alex was cited as a perfect example where access to quality health care is still a struggle for the needy and poor. This was said during a panel debate hosted by the Soul City Institute and their partners in civil society movement; Black Sash, Human Rights Commission and Health Systems Trust. The debate looked into how social determinants of health such as water, sanitation, education and jobs contribute to a healthier society.

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A robust discussion held at the Soul City Institute on Monday 1 September 2014.

Soul City Institute his hosting a public debate on Monday - in which the South African Human Rights Commission, Black Sash and the Health Systems Trust are participating - to look at the affect of, among others, water, sanitation, education, transport and gender on the health outcomes of South Africans.