Rose, a South African baby who survived a delicate open-heart surgical procedure when she was just 11 weeks old, has taken to the water in an inspiring story of resilience and the life-changing power of swimming. Defying the odds, Rose began her journey with Virgin Active’s Learn to Swim programme at the tender age of […]
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Do you remember the New Year’s resolutions you made at the beginning of this year? If they’re already long abandoned, you’re in good company – research suggests around 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. “It’s a shame because often those well-intentioned proclamations have to do with improving our well-being,” says Maya Rutstein, product
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Panado® has expanded its paediatric range with a new grape flavour syrup, designed to help relieve pain and fever in children. As a trusted name in South Africa, Panado® knows that parents want convenient and great-tasting products for their children. That’s why the new grape flavour is colourant-free, tartrazine-free, alcohol-free and sugar-free. Providing comfort to little ones who are feeling
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In a world where skincare is often inundated with complex chemicals and questionable practices, the quest for healthier, more radiant skin has taken a turn toward nature’s embrace. Collagen, the protein responsible for skin elasticity and firmness, forms the cornerstone of many skincare routines. However, instead of relying solely on synthetic products, a shift toward
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Over the past few years, mindfulness has gone from being an obscure, somewhat radical concept, to being a universally accepted, everyday survival strategy. “Mindfulness has enjoyed a resurgence in recent times, and has emerged as one of today’s hottest buzzwords – and with good reason,” explains Cami Barausse, head of yoga at Virgin Active. Based
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With hot temperatures over much of South Africa, the potential health risks of heat exposure should not be underestimated. “Members of the public are urged to take the necessary precautions during widespread heatwave conditions experienced across the country to prevent medical emergencies linked to high temperatures,” says Mande Toubkin, Netcare’s general manager of emergency, trauma,
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Men’s healthcare should be under the spotlight more often, says Vanessa Snow, head of Medical Affairs at Janssen South Africa. Differences between the sexes mean men are more likely to suffer from a variety of conditions. Challenges that men are most likely to encounter include diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancers of the prostate, testicles and
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD), a gradual and irremediable loss of kidney function (kidney failure), affects up to one in eight South Africans, more than 850 million people worldwide, and resulted in over 3.1 million deaths (2019). Fundamentally, untreated kidney failure can be life-threatening. Presently, kidney disease ranks as the 8th leading cause of death, and if not addressed, is projected to be the 5th leading cause
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The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) into our daily lives isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s a fundamental shift in our interaction with technology, reshaping our everyday experiences. Embracing AI and all it has to offer, FUTURELIFE® – a leading health and wellness brand, has launched the FUTURELIFE® ASPIRE2B DIGITAL AI WELLNESS EXPERIENCE at Canal
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Aware.org stands at the forefront of a critical mission: to promote healthier pregnancies and babies by raising awareness about the risks of alcohol consumption during pregnancy and the harmful effects of foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). This year, Aware.org is amplifying its efforts to spotlight the importance of preventing FASD and reducing the stigma surrounding this preventable condition.
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