Worldwide, it is estimated that 24% of the population – nearly one in four people – lives with intestinal worms. Without treatment, severe infestations can cause bowel blockages, and tapeworms have been recorded as growing up to 15 metres long in the intestines of human hosts. “Intestinal worms can spread so quickly, everyone in the […]
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‘Beautiful chaos’ is how most people would describe parenting teens: the rollercoaster of emotions, grappling with finding their identity and, of course, the challenge of new and exciting (and sometimes scary) bodily changes. When it comes to daughters, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) adds a whole new layer to parenting, especially during an already intense and
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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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Understanding urinary tract infections (UTIs) is very important, as they are among the most common infections in females worldwide. Experts estimate that around 40% of women will experience a UTI at least once in their life. Around 25% of these women will experience what doctors call a recurring infection – one that comes back at
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