The role of an infectious disease specialist is to review a patient's medical data, including records, X-rays and laboratory reports. They may perform a physical examination, depending on the type of problem.Laboratory studies are often necessary and may include blood studies and cultures of wounds or body fluids.hen a fever raises the suspicion that you may have an infection, when an infection is potentially serious, or when problems occur with treatment, it may be necessary to consult an infectious diseases specialist.
Jacarandas in Bloom. 1  One of the most spectacular sights in Johannesburg is when the Jacaranda trees are in bloom during late spring (October-November): 2  These trees, together with bougainvillea in bright pinks and purples, make Joburg look absolutely beautiful at that time of year.
It is estimated that there are almost 70 000 Jacarandas growing around the many streets, parks and gardens of Pretoria. Jacaranda mimosifolia is not indigenous to South Africa and was introduced from Brazil to South Africa in 1829.ome of Pretoriaâs oldest Jacarandas can be found around Bosman and Cilliers Streets, where some of the first lanes of Jacarandas were planted. There is also a claim that the biggest and oldest Jacaranda in Pretoria can be found on the corner of Eastwood and Stanza Bopape (old Church Street).