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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We’ve all been there: the sore throat, runny nose and cough. Often, feeling like this is due to the common cold, especially if the onset is gradual and the symptoms quite mild. But with winter approaching, is flu something we really need to worry about? While more than 100 different viruses can cause a cold, influenza is
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With influenza season fast approaching, stock of this year’s flu vaccine is currently available in South Africa. “There are different forms of flu caused by various virus strains, and each year the influenza virus mutates. A new vaccine is developed and needed every year for us to remain protected,” says Dr Cathelijn Zeijlemaker, a family
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