Brace yourself for a riveting journey into the world of Young women’s social support networks during pregnancy in Soweto, South Africa authored by Khuthala Mabetha, Larske M. Soepnel, Sonja Klingberg, Gugulethu Mabena, Molebogeng Motlhatlhedi, Shane A. Norris, and  Catherine E. Draper. Our newest article is packed with engaging content you won't want to miss 29 April 2024! Contribution excerpt: This study’s findings emphasise the necessity for policymakers and healthcare providers to educate the broader community about the importance of partner, family and peer support to minimise risks that may affect pregnancy care and wellbeing of mothers.

Our next article, ‘Determinants of self-reported chronic disease diagnoses among older persons in South Africa’ authored by Maatla D. Temane, Stephina K. Mbele, Mluleki Tsawe is set to launch 30 April 2024. Get ready to dive into a compelling exploration of ‘ … the need for a better understanding of, and continued research into the determinants of health among older populations to guide future healthcare strategies' that promises to inform and inspire.

Longitudinal integrated clerkships from start to finish: A medical curriculum innovation authored by Julia Blitz, Ian Couper, Maryke Geldenhuys, Marina Klocke, Maria van Zyl, is coming your way 27 April 2024! Join us as we delve into a report that describes the overall direction of a renewed curriculum focusing on two of the innovative educational methods for Family Medicine and Primary Health Care training and uncover valuable insights that will leave you informed and inspired.

‘Strengthening caesarean birth: Sub-Saharan Africa health system evaluation: Scoping review’ authored by Patrick Minani and Andrew Ross is coming your way 29 April 2024! Join us as we delve into ‘This scoping review [which] contributes to the body of knowledge motivating for the prioritization of maternal service across SSA’, and uncover valuable insights that will leave you informed and inspired.

Submit your manuscripts for the open-access scholarly journal, African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine, for the topical short report collections on Innovative educational methods for family medicine training in Africa. Read more at https://rb.gy/1ebzb6 The new deadline for submission: 1 May 2024. New expected publication date: 31 August 2024. Maximise the journal's impact and share your expertise with a wider audience.