Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common, occurring in one in five women sometime in their lifetime. They can also occur in men and children but are more common in older adults.4
Respiratory Tract Infections
Respiratory tract infections are associated with both the upper and lower respiratory tract and include the common cold, bronchitis, and pneumonia.5 In 2019, they remained the 4th highest cause of death in our country.6
Skin Infections
Primary care providers commonly see skin and soft tissue infections.7 These can be caused by bacteria, a fungus or a virus.7
References:
1. Sandoz SA (Pty) Ltd. Professional Information. Dec 2020
2. Sandoz SA (Pty) Ltd. Professional Information. Aug 2019
3. Sandoz SA (Pty) Ltd. Professional Information. Oct 2020
4. Urinary Tract Infections: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment [Online]. Cleveland Clinic. Cited 29 Aug 2021. Available from: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9135-urinary-tract-infections
5. Strellrecht, KA. Molecular Testing for respiratory Viruses. Diag Mol Path. 2017:123-137
6. Global Health Data Exchange. Global Burden of Disease Study 2019. Data Resources. Country Profiles. South Africa. Available from: http://ghdx.healthdata.org/gbd-2019
7. Clebak KT, Malone MA. Skin Infections. Prim Care. 2018;45(3):433-454. doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2018.05.004.