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Simple rituals like tea drinking help rewire focus in a distracted world

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In a world of endless notifications, relentless multitasking and constant information overload, the ability to focus is slipping through our fingers. Research suggests the human attention span has shrunk dramatically over the past two decades, with a widely cited Microsoft study putting it at just eight seconds today, down from 12 seconds in 2000. That’s […]

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Healthy beginnings don’t wait for the ‘right moment’

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If there is one lesson that years of working across this industry have reinforced, it is that real life rarely goes according to plan. Many pregnancies are unplanned or happen sooner than expected. At the same time, women are juggling professional responsibilities, family life, financial pressures and, all too often, limited access to a diverse,

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Season shift: How to prep your skin, hair and home for winter

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Autumn is a bittersweet time of year for South Africans. While some of us can’t bear the thought of summer coming to an end, others welcome the cooler weather and cosy nights in front of the fire. As the days get shorter and the temperature decreases, now is a good time to start preparing our

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Life coaching or therapy? Exploring the paths to mental wellness

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In a world where stress, uncertainty and change have become constants, many people are searching for ways to find clarity, resilience and a deeper sense of purpose. Two approaches that have surged in popularity in recent years are therapy and life coaching. The disciplines are distinct, but often complementary tools for personal development. Understanding therapy

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Why are we still weird about seeing a doctor from our phone?

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By now, most of us wouldn’t think twice about doing our banking online, ordering dinner via an app or chatting to a customer service bot at midnight. Technology has become the backbone of convenience in our daily lives. Yet, when it comes to something as vital and personal as our health, many South Africans still

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Living longer isn’t enough – it’s time to live better

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Good news: South Africans are living longer. According to Statistics South Africa’s 2025 Mid-Year Population Estimates, life expectancy has climbed to 64 years for men and 69.6 years for women. This marks a remarkable recovery from the devastating lows of the early 2000s, when the HIV epidemic cut lives tragically short. Expanded access to antiretroviral

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This World Health Day, learn more about iron-deficiency anaemia

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Iron-deficiency anaemia is a condition that affects 40% of all children aged between 6 months and 5 years of age, as well as 37% of pregnant women, and may have serious consequences. In fact, untreated anaemia can not only lead to tiredness, weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath and nerve damage but can also negatively affect

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Aligning physical health with financial security

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We invest in our physical health because we value our future. Our health is our biggest asset, cultivated through balanced nutrition, regular exercise and mindful living. These habits form the foundation of a productive and fulfilling life. However, a truly comprehensive approach to wellbeing recognises that physical vitality is only half of the equation. True

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What your medical aid should be doing for you while travelling this Easter

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With the Easter long weekend just around the corner, many South Africans are gearing up for family getaways, road trips and well-earned breaks. While flights, accommodation, admin and packing tend to dominate the planning process, the one thing many people forget to plan for is what to do if they get sick or injured while

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SA’s silent strain fuelled by growing anxiety

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Your heart is pounding. Your stomach is in knots. Your shoulders feel locked in tension and exhaustion hangs over you – yet, medical tests show nothing physically wrong. For millions of South Africans, anxiety doesn’t stay confined to the mind: It shows up powerfully in the body as psychosomatic symptoms, with very real physical sensations

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