Social withdrawal is a behaviour characterised by avoiding social interactions, relationships and activities. It can be a coping mechanism for individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma or other mental health concerns. According to the World Health Organization, anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders, affecting 301 million people in 2019. Social withdrawals are usually […]
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As South Africans face increasing mental health challenges, many turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism. The sight of long queues at bottle stores following the lifting of the COVID-19 alcohol ban underscored the deep connection between stress and alcohol use in our society. However, AWARE.org, a harm reduction specialist, emphasises that alcohol is not
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October is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on your emotional well-being as a mother. In South Africa, 1 in 5 mothers experiences mental health challenges, often while juggling the demands of family life. Creating an emotional first-aid kit is a proactive way to take care of yourself and ensure you have the
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Parents are always on the lookout for healthier snack options for their children, and I Love Uju’s Honey Gummies are designed to provide a delicious alternative for kids’ lunchboxes. Made from natural ingredients and packed with the goodness of pure honey, Uju Honey Gummies are the perfect snack to keep children energised and satisfied throughout
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Even with the financial stresses of life already taking a toll on many South Africans, we can’t ignore that our health could take a sudden turn for the worse, landing us not only in physical but even greater financial distress. According to Bertie Nel, head of Financial Planning and Advice at Momentum, the Momentum Life
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Breast cancer, the most prevalent cancer among South African women, is increasingly being detected in women under 40. This trend mirrors global patterns, where younger women are being diagnosed with more aggressive forms of the disease, underscoring the need for early detection and awareness. A recent study in the United States found that breast cancer
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Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the most common cause of out-of-hospital death in the Western world. An acute and unexpected malfunction of the heart causes SCA. The heart stops pumping blood, and the person loses consciousness and stops breathing. Without immediate treatment with early defibrillation, their chances of survival are meagre. Emergency services usually arrive
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We make choices every day about what we eat, and this may seem nothing more than mundane routine and habits when we have so much else we need to think about and get done in life. However, sometimes, we just really need to stop and think about the profound impacts of what we eat. Our
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Excess sugar consumption is a global problem. While the recommended daily average for added sugars – table sugar, honey or syrup – should be 30 grams, South Africans are consuming up to 100 grams (or 24 teaspoons) a day. Beyond the threat to physical health, sugar has a lasting impact on mental health as well.
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First Care Solutions – in partnership with SHInc., ER Specialist Governance Inc. and Discovery Home Health – are combining expertise and advanced technology and delivering high-quality, personalised care for Discovery Health Medical Schemes members and members from selected schemes administered by Discovery Health. Discovery Hospital at Home (H@H) is a groundbreaking healthcare model that transforms
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