Picture this scenario: A perpetrator is holding a gun to your head, trying to coerce you to unlock your banking app using facial recognition. In a situation like this, it is almost impossible to open a manual panic button on your phone, let alone remember the manual PIN code for your banking and phone apps. […]
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Mini Medics is an initiative that empowers children as young as 6 years old with the skills and confidence to act in an emergency. At the heart of this initiative is Nathanael Block, a passionate advocate for first-aid education. Together with occupational therapist Anne Blokker, they developed Mini Medics to make lifesaving knowledge accessible to
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Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, provides essential guidance to help parents identify and address signs of bullying. Bullying is a serious issue that affects children physically, emotionally and socially. While parents often focus on emotional changes, physical signs can be some of the first clues that something is wrong. These signs
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Designer Pool Covers, a leading provider of high-quality pool cover solutions, has expanded its range of products designed to enhance pool safety, energy efficiency and convenience for homeowners across South Africa. The company’s latest offerings include advanced automatic pool covers, safety covers and thermal blankets – all engineered to meet the diverse needs of pool
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During the holiday season, it’s all too easy to get caught up in the festive spirit and overlook potential medical emergencies. Dr Neville Vlok, a specialist emergency medicine physician practising in the emergency department at Netcare Unitas Hospital, highlights four health issues that could disrupt even the most carefully planned holiday celebrations: Allergic reactions and
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Holiday cheer is in the air! As you prepare for some well-deserved rest and relaxation, take a moment to run through these essential safety checks to keep you, your family and your belongings safe. Ann Cloete from Aon South Africa, an insurance brokerage and risk adviser, shares top holiday security tips to keep your season
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In a world where crime statistics and safety concerns weigh heavily on South African homeowners, choices around home security are shaped not just by need but by our own psychology. PPS Short-Term Insurance explores how the psychological impact of crime influences security decisions: from alarm systems to property fortification. The influence of fear and security
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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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South Africa has experienced a series of intense weather events. From heavy snowfall and icy temperatures in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape to devastating hurricanes in Piet Retief and severe thunderstorms across the nation, these conditions have caused widespread damage – leaving countless individuals displaced and infrastructure destroyed. For individuals living in high-risk areas, the
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As year-end approaches, people are gearing up to make the most of the holiday season. Unfortunately, this time of year also attracts cybercriminals who exploit people’s relaxed attitudes and lowered defences. International Fraud Awareness Week, running from 17 to 23 November, is a timely reminder to stay informed and protect yourself from digital threats. JustMoney.co.za,
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