When your baby gets sick, feeding can suddenly become emotional and overwhelming. One day they are happily eating their meals, and the next they are refusing food, wanting only milk, or taking just a few bites before turning away. As stressful as this can feel, it is important to remember this is often temporary. Consistency […]
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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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If it feels like everyone around you is coughing, sneezing or battling the same stubborn flu – you are not imagining it. As temperatures begin to drop across South Africa, respiratory illnesses start to circulate more widely, with workplaces, schools and households across the country quickly feeling the impact. “While many people think of flu
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With plummeting temperatures across the country, comes soup mixes on the shelves, heaters and hot water bottles. It also ushers in flu season and let’s be honest, no one wants to spend any time sniffling under a mountain of tissues. So how do you stay ahead of getting the common cold? Here are some practical,
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South Africa’s influenza season has started. While most people recover fully from flu after a week or two without the need for any special treatment, this viral condition can cause serious illness, particularly for those at risk, including the elderly, pregnant women, and small children. “The influenza or flu virus is particularly fast, clever and savvy
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As the temperature drops and cold and flu season takes hold, maintaining optimal health becomes a priority. Take control with Heel’s Winter Range packed with natural ingredients. These products offer safe and effective solutions to help combat viral infections, ease discomfort and boost overall wellness throughout the winter months. Engystol®: Defend against viral infections When
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As parents, we know how challenging it can be when our little one battles with colds and flu. Disrupted sleep, nasal congestion and discomfort can make nights feel endless. Not only is your little one suffering the symptoms of being congested, but as parents we are also trying to navigate exhaustion and stress while being
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Winter brings cosy nights by the fireplace, but it also ushers in a season of sniffles and coughs. Seeing your family battling a cold can be a constant worry. Fortunately, there are natural remedies you can explore to help soothe your family’s symptoms and ease their discomfort. Many parents report feeling overwhelmed when their child
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It is that time of year when everyone around us is sniffling, coughing and generally just feeling ‘under the weather’ with seasonal ailments. “While this is to be expected, particularly as the weather cools down, it is worth remembering that influenza can be dangerous for some people and can easily spiral out of control if
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As seasonal viruses start making their way across boardrooms, classrooms and all the spaces between, children and high-risk individuals must urgently receive the flu and pneumococcal vaccines to avoid serious illness, hospitalisation and potentially fatal complications. This is according to Josua Joubert, CEO and principal officer of CompCare Medical Scheme, who notes that pneumococcal vaccination is
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