Free private healthcare for pensioners at Clicks clinics
Clicks pharmacies in South Africa are offering free basic healthcare services to pensioners without medical aid through their 'Helping Hand' initiative. The program provides screenings for heart health, diabetes, and HIV, aiming to reduce the burden on public clinics.
Why it matters
This initiative addresses critical healthcare access gaps for vulnerable elderly populations in South Africa, providing a private-sector alternative to strained public services.
For pensioners trying to avoid long waits at public clinics, a free private healthcare option is available at selected Clicks pharmacies, Cape {town} Etc reports.
According to a report by The South African , pensioners without medical aid can access certain basic clinic services at no cost through Clicks’ Helping Hand initiative.
The Helping Hand Trust was launched by Clicks in 2011 in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Health.
The initiative initially focused on baby education, healthcare advice and basic clinic services for young mothers. It has since expanded nationwide and now provides free basic clinic services at selected Clicks pharmacies.
Pensioners who do not have medical aid can use the service on Wednesdays.
The free screenings can include basic checks for heart health and diabetes. A Clicks nurse can check cholesterol levels, measure blood pressure and conduct a glucose test, while also providing healthcare advice.
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