by Women's Health | Apr 24, 2026 | Sexual Health
Despite abortions being legal – and free – in South Africa, doctors and nurses are not obligated to offer this service (kind of). As a result, many doctors and nurses refuse to conduct abortions for moral reasons, sometimes not knowing they are breaking the law....
by Women's Health | Mar 18, 2026 | Physical Health
South Africa has some of the most liberal sexual and reproductive health laws in the world. This means that, as women, we are in control of our own bodies. Women are legally entitled to a safe abortion in South Africa up to the 20th week of pregnancy. It’s been this...
by Women's Health | Nov 3, 2025 | Sexual Health
Nearly half the world has a vagina, yet myths about feminine hygiene still thrive. But here at WH we want to share what science – not stigma – says about keeping your intimate area healthy. So of course, we went full on MythBusters (sans the beret and facial...
by Women's Health | Oct 15, 2025 | Sexual Health
Yeah, yeah, we all know how important a Pap smear is… but how many of us can say we look forward to them? *Crickets*. Here’s everything about getting a Pap smear explained, so you can stop avoiding them and do the best thing to protect yourself. What Is A Pap...
by Women's Health | Jul 24, 2025 | Sexual Health
The World Health Organisation (WHO) deems sexual and reproductive health as a fundamental human right. However, with so much misinformation and stigma doing the rounds, as well as a lack of resources, it’s nearly impossible for many to make informed choices. To...
