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Urology Hospital to offer free kidney health screening

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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Little fighter Lily-Anne overcomes rare life-threatening condition

Looking at Lily-Anne Robinson, a busy baby girl with a flair for keeping everyone around her constantly occupied, you would never know that within her first year of life, she has already overcome a rare, life-threatening condition. According to paediatric surgeon Dr Mathys Human, who practises at Netcare Krugersdorp Hospital, gastroschisis is a rare defect in

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Beware of fraudsters posing as financial service providers

Specialist loans provider DirectAxis has added its voice to warnings about a company calling itself Direct Access Finance using false information, apparently in a bid to dupe consumers. It appears to be a case of fraudsters using a bogus identity that tries to imitate a legitimate brand to extract money or personal details from customers,

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FUTURELIFE launches unique AI wellness experience at Canal Walk store

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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How to care for your skin as we transition from summer to autumn

As we start nearing the end of summer, the days are a little shorter and the evenings a little more chilly – autumn is almost here! Each of the four seasons poses unique skincare challenges, and sometimes it feels like the new season begins just as you master the current season’s challenges. The ‘in between’

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Spotlight on sober pregnancies

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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Motherhood and the pressure to conform to unrealistic body images

Motherhood is a transformative journey, a unique experience that shapes each woman in remarkable ways. In today’s world, where social pressures abound, it’s essential to recognise the impact of unrealistic body standards on new mothers during pregnancy and postpartum. Many mums-to-be embrace their growing bellies, celebrating the life within, proudly displaying their baby bumps and

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The nutrition your body needs for peak performance at different ages

There’s a reason a person in their 40s doesn’t have the same amount of energy as they did in their 20s, or why they can’t eat like they did as a teenager. Bodies constantly change with age, and with each new phase of life, there are changing requirements for the body to maintain optimum health.

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Local movies are the flavour of the month on the big screen

Local movies are the flavour of the month in March when Ster-Kinekor releases a number of homegrown films and a new title from our Namibian neighbour. These films, which celebrate our local cultures through creative and authentic storytelling, will be released in select Ster-Kinekor cinemas, with the Namibian title also being screened in the two

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