By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA) is commemorating Rheumatic Fever Week (August 1-7) to raise awareness about Acute Rheumatic Fever - a condition still prevalent in low and middle-income countries like South Africa, despite being largely eradicated in Western nations. ARF stems from untreated infections, often beginning in childhood and leading to severe health complications if recurrent. Their campaign emphasizes early diagnosis and treatment with penicillin, advocating for improved hygiene, living conditions, health care access and also urging parents to seek prompt medical care for fevers. Matthew spoke to the Foundation's Juandre Watson... 

<p>By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA) is commemorating Rheumatic Fever Week (August 1-7) to raise awareness about Acute Rheumatic Fever - a condition still prevalent in low and middle-income countries like South Africa, despite being largely eradicated in Western nations. ARF stems from untreated infections, often beginning in childhood and leading to severe health complications if recurrent. Their campaign emphasizes early diagnosis and treatment with penicillin, advocating for improved hygiene, living conditions, health care access and also urging parents to seek prompt medical care for fevers. Matthew spoke to the Foundation's Juandre Watson...&nbsp;</p>

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