When money is tight, medicine is often one of the first household expenses people quietly cut back on. A repeat prescription waits until payday, tablets are stretched a little further than prescribed, or treatment stops once the symptoms improve. It may seem like a sensible way to save money, but not all medicines work the […]
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The final year of high school is considered one of the most defining periods in a young person’s life, as it plays a large part in determining their path and options for the future. For hundreds of thousands of students each year, this reality carries immense weight: University admissions, career paths, family expectations and societal
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As South Africans reach the halfway mark of the year, many people find themselves running on autopilot. The excitement of New Year’s resolutions has faded, workloads have piled up, school schedules are in full swing, and winter’s shorter days often leave us feeling tired and uninspired. Rather than waiting for summer to make positive changes,
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Growing public interest in injectable weight-loss medicines, including semaglutide products, has highlighted the importance of patient awareness, appropriate medical oversight and the use of medicines supplied through the formal regulatory framework. Recent regulatory concerns in South Africa have drawn attention to the potential risks associated with unregistered or improperly supplied GLP-1/GIP injectable products, particularly where
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Every Mandela Day, South Africans answer the call to make a difference. Across the country, people dedicate 67 minutes to uplifting others by serving meals, painting schools, planting trees, mentoring young people and supporting those in need. But what if your 67 minutes could leave a legacy of hope? What if they could help save
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With winter setting in across South Africa, many parents notice changes in their baby’s skin. Dry patches, irritation, flakiness and increased sensitivity are common during winter, when cold outdoor air and indoor heating can strip the skin of its natural moisture. Because a baby’s skin is thinner and more delicate than an adult’s, it loses
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From teething and fevers to the everyday bumps and sniffles that come with childhood, parents are constantly navigating new stages of care. This July, Calpol is introducing two new flavours – Berry Blaze and Orange – while expanding its age range to support infants from as young as 1 month old. The expanded range means
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As temperatures drop across South Africa, winter brings new challenges for parents of babies and toddlers. Dry air, indoor heating, seasonal illnesses and disrupted routines can leave little ones feeling uncomfortable – making it even more important to adjust daily habits to support hydration, nutrition, comfort and development during the colder months. According to independent
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Welcoming twins or multiples is an exciting milestone for any family, but caring for more than one newborn at a time comes with unique health and safety considerations. While most parents focus on preparing the nursery and stocking up on essentials, healthcare professionals say the first few months are also about creating routines that support
Patients often see a dramatic drop in appetite as proof that a weight loss treatment is ‘working’. They eat less, feel less hungry and may initially lose weight quickly. The danger is that appetite suppression can hide deeper nutritional gaps forming beneath the surface, leaving the body with too little protein, fibre, micronutrients, hydration and
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