It’s an integral part of South African culture to thoroughly enjoy the summer season with its long holiday period over December and into the new year. Hot days and warm nights are the ideal settings for enjoying the outdoor-focused lifestyles that give us so many more opportunities to be physically active and to unleash our […]
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The summer holidays mean more time spent outdoors, swimming in the pool and playing with friends… but it also means more chances of warts for kids. While adults are not immune to contracting warts, they occur more frequently in children for several reasons. “It’s estimated that around a third of children or teenagers will contract
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The importance of a confident smile to make everlasting impressions cannot be underestimated. However, sometimes, despite our best efforts, maintaining good oral health practices is not enough to deliver the radiant smile we desire. “Brushing, flossing and regular dental checkups are essential for maintaining attractive teeth, yet many adults find the misalignment of their teeth
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South Africa is not alone in its crisis of male mental health. Around the world, traditional and toxic models of masculinity contribute to serious mental health challenges among men, often preventing these issues from being brought into the light. Male mental health is frequently underreported and misunderstood, but our country’s suicide statistics reveal a stark
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According to the World Health Organization, malaria has been a priority health problem in the African region for the past few decades, and today, it still remains the leading cause of illness, hospital admissions and deaths on the continent. Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected female mosquitoes,
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Elevate your gift-giving game with SOiL Organic Aromatherapy’s newest creation: Aromatherapy Crackers. This stunning set of six beautifully designed crackers is the ultimate choice for anyone who cherishes the art of aromatherapy or is eager to discover its transformative benefits. What’s inside? Why Aromatherapy Crackers? Each cracker is thoughtfully designed to enhance the gift-giving experience,
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Anxiety is a pervasive issue that can affect students of all ages and from all backgrounds, regardless of whether they are enrolled in traditional brick-and-mortar schools or online educational programmes. However, studying online can present unique challenges that need to be considered when choosing a school. That is why it is important for online schools
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The unexpected hunch. The tight neck twist. Body stiffness. Headaches. Spine curves. Lopsided walks through the carpark… For the most part, we’ve looked passed these ‘mild’ physical complaints in a school-goer’s life. In some ways, we’ve even normalised the proverbial school kid’s slouch as part of the regular school day. Our youth is growing into
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We all know how important water is for our health, but between the plastic bottles leaching out hormones and polluting the planet, and the chemicals added to tap water, how pure is the H2O you’re consuming? Water experts agree that tap water is lacking, and that pure spring water is much healthier, but very few
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If your baby shows discomfort, such as bringing up a large amount of milk, refusing to feed, arching or crying after or during feeds, it can be a sign of reflux. Reflux occurs when babies bring up milk during or shortly after feeding. This is a common and normal occurrence, often due to the ongoing
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