Anyone who lives with a cat knows that mealtime is rarely just about food. It is a ritual, a routine, and often, a very clear expression of personality. Some cats announce dinner loudly. Others hover quietly, inspect the bowl, take a few bites and walk away. Some want company while they eat, while others prefer […]
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Diabetes is one of South Africa’s most urgent and fastest growing health challenges, and early action remains the strongest defence against its long-term impact. There is an urgent need for greater awareness of the early signs of diabetes, the importance of timely treatment to achieve optimal glycaemic control, and the need for care that supports
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In a world where we are increasingly living in the digital space, it is imperative to teach young people how to safely and responsibly manage their digital lives – and that starts at home. Children’s online safety has not kept pace with how digital households operate. Parents are advised to manage screen time, monitor apps
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Most people only visit a doctor when something feels wrong. But many of the biggest health risks develop quietly, without pain or noticeable symptoms. That is why doctors recommend having a routine health assessment every year, even if you feel healthy. Conditions such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar and high cholesterol often go
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Colds, flu and allergy season often start with familiar symptoms: sneezing, congestion and a constant runny nose. But while we focus on feeling better, one of the first visible signs of illness is often overlooked – the skin around the nose and lips. Redness, soreness and cracking in these areas go beyond appearance, often the
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Picture-perfect gardens can sometimes be green deserts. They may have manicured lawns, colourful flowers and razor-sharp edges, but beneath the surface the soil is struggling, invasive plants are taking over, and there is little shelter or food for the birds, pollinators and other small creatures that make a garden feel alive. International Day for Biological
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Wellness Warehouse is now available on the Mr D app, making it easier than ever for customers to access trusted natural health and lifestyle essentials with the effortless convenience of Mr D. From leading supplements, clean fitness solutions and natural foods to conscious beauty products and eco home and life essentials, customers can now shop
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South Africans are counting the cost of extreme weather after devastating storms, floods, winds and even snowfall battered several provinces in recent weeks. The Western Cape, Eastern Cape and other parts of the country have experienced widespread flooding, damaged homes, power outages, road closures and displacement of families, leading to the declaration of a national
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One minute you’re driving to work, fetching the kids or running errands. The next, your car’s at the workshop needing a major repair, with a quote you weren’t expecting. For those with a motor warranty, that’s usually the moment they breathe a sigh of relief and expect their cover to kick in. But when a
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As ‘fake dimple’ clips flood TikTok, Facebook and Instagram feeds, medical professional Professor Chrysis Sofianos is warning South Africans not to mistake cosmetic procedures for harmless social media beauty hacks. What many online videos present as a quick enhancement may, in reality, be a medical procedure that can carry serious physical, emotional and financial consequences
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