It’s fair to say that the whole world is currently experiencing turmoil to at least some extent with very few places – or people – being exempt, however, in South Africa aggravating factors like loadshedding, high unemployment and spiralling crime are driving already high stress levels to an intolerable level.
“Not only are the stressors we’ve…
Given the dramatic climb in deaths associated with noncommunicable diseases, especially heart disease and cancer, it’s important for all South Africans to make health a priority in 2023.
According to Discovery, which insures more than 40% of SA’s medical scheme market, claims for cardiometabolic conditions (caused by hypertension, abnormal blood glucose levels, triglycerides and…
The festive season is around the corner, and after a long busy year, you no doubt need a break to relax, travel, and indulge in delicious food and beverages for a few weeks.
"While the holidays are the perfect time for a mental holiday with family and friends, the body can take a knock with…
September is National Oral Health Month – a month dedicated to encouraging healthy dental habits and oral hygiene. Did you know that dental cavities and gum disease are two of the world’s most common health problems?
It is estimated that up to 90% of South Africans will experience gum disease at some point in their…
Climate change does not simply pose a threat to everything we know as society today. There is a significant health threat associated with changing weather patterns and some geographies may be harder hit than others. The danger is all encompassing.
Moustafa Kamel, Medical Affairs Director for Janssen South Africa said: "At the tail-end of the…
Getting into a workout routine can be tricky, especially if you lead a busy life. But the incredible health benefits of regular exercise make it completely worth your while. Regular exercise is excellent for keeping both your physical and mental health in check. Here are 3 reasons you should try to include at least 3…
The influenza (flu) season is upon us in the Southern Hemisphere. According to the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), in South Africa (SA) the 2022 flu season started in the week commencing 25 April – and numbers appear to have been increasing over the past few weeks.1
A similar trend has been evident with data…
June is an ideal time to take inventory of your health, with CBD playing an essential role in helping you stay connected to the path of wellness.
When we think about the secret to clean living, diet and exercise are typically the first things that come to mind. However, leading a healthy lifestyle is so…
Early detection and prevention initiatives are imperative to combat and increase survival rates of the leading cause of cancer-related deaths - lung cancer. As the world observes World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, the commemorative event aims to create global awareness of what people can do to protect their health, the promotion of…
World Thyroid Day falls on 25 May, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the serious impact that thyroid disease can have on one's quality of life if the condition remains undiagnosed or is not properly treated.
What is the thyroid?
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck wrapped…