The festive season is a time for indulgence, but it doesn’t have to mean unhealthy eating. With the right mindset and recipes, you can enjoy delicious treats and meals while sticking to healthy habits. Nicole Jennings, spokesperson for Pharma Dynamics, highlights that the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) principles, which are widely recognised for […]
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The festive season: a time for families to come together, relax and share moments of joy after a tough year – but, for thousands of South Africans diagnosed with cancer on long waiting lists to receive treatment, it’s a time of uncertainty and worry. With 85% of South Africans reliant on the overstretched public health
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It’s that time again, Mzansi! With long summer days, epic braais, beach vibes, family time and that special energy in the air, South Africa’s festive season is unlike anywhere else in the world. South Africans are gearing up for their favourite season – Dezemba! This year’s motto is: “Party Smart, Recover Stronger!” “Dezemba is when
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South African stem cell transplant patients now have easier access to detailed information about their pre-and post-transplant journey following the launch of a three-part Patient Guidebook on Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation by the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR). The guidebook, collated from various medical sources including transplant centres and various registries, can be downloaded
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As we enter the festive season, there’s excitement around reconnecting with family, catching up into the early hours and indulging in family traditions. However, alcohol abuse can quickly disrupt even the most carefully planned gatherings, leading to impaired judgment, emotional instability, increased conflict and risky behaviours such as driving under the influence. If not managed
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The festive season is here! It’s all about sharing wonderful times with family and friends, and of course, mouthwatering food. But let’s be honest: Between lavish dinners, decadent treats and holiday parties, balancing indulgence with healthy habits can feel like an impossible challenge. The good news? Sonal Ratan, dietician at FUTURELIFE®, says you don’t have
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Gut health is a cornerstone of overall wellness, yet women face unique challenges that make them more susceptible to gastrointestinal (GI) disorders than men. Factors such as hormonal fluctuations and restrictive diets contribute to this disparity, highlighting the need for tailored solutions that address women’s specific digestive health concerns. Hormones and the GI tract Research
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A series of inspired additions and redevelopments at Steenberg Farm in the Constantia Valley has given rise to a holistic spa treatment retreat unlike any other in the Western Cape. The “Full Spa Experience” at Steenberg Spa is a new offering that enables guests to indulge in treatments in a serene outdoor setting that now
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Family holidays are when some of our most treasured memories are made. However, faced with organising things like sorting out transport and accommodation, and somehow fitting your family’s whole life into suitcases, it’s easy to overlook priorities that aren’t right in front of you – like the possibility that you may need access to your
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Stomach bugs, also known as stomach flu or gastroenteritis, are especially common in summer months and frequently affect children. Caring for a child with such an illness can be daunting for parents; however, South Africa’s first national courier pharmacy offers some pointers for managing the symptoms effectively at home. “Gastroenteritis is caused by viruses, bacteria
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