Stellenbosch nurse uses music campaign to promote adolescent sexual health

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: South Africa

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Nurse and researcher Marthie Hauptfleisch will launch the song "Hey Brain" on Thursday, September 17, at Stellcare as part of a sexual health awareness campaign. Her research found that 39% of Grade 11 and 12 pupils were sexually active, but only 26% of those always used condoms. Hauptfleisch emphasizes the importance of helping young people envision a positive future to influence their choices.

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