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Women’s Health: Start Here!
A comprehensive guide of a woman’s journey from Puberty to Postmenopausal years
Early Hearing Detection and intervention
It is a hearing test that happens soon after birth
Quit Smoking
Strategies to Quit Smoking, Perils of Smoking, and Research Insights on Vaping
Tissue Donation
The passing of a loved one may mean a new beginning for someone else. From the pain of one family, hope can be born for another.
Organ and Tissue Donation
You’ve got what it takes to be a hero! Find out how you can help others by registering as an organ and tissue donor.
Chronic kidney disease and CVRM
In chronic kidney disease, the kidneys are damaged and unable to function properly
Cardiovascular disease and CVRM
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally.
Heart failure and the Cardiovascular, Renal, Metabolism (CVRM)
Heart failure, when the heart doesn’t work sufficiently well to support the body, is a serious condition
Mental Health: A Priority, Not a Stigma
In our rapidly evolving world, the conversation around mental health is more important than ever.
Vaginal Infections
A healthy vagina is usually acidic and contains natural flora which serve as a protective barrier against external infections or an over production of the
Gum Disease: A Comprehensive Guide for Adults
Gum disease is a prevalent condition that affects the gums and can lead to serious dental issues if left untreated.
Tooth decay in kids
Tooth decay causes local pain, infection, and even tooth loss and can impact your child’s overall well-being and nutrition-related development.
Diabetes – what is HbA1c and how often should you check it?
HbA1c is another glucose test to indicate how well your diabetes is being managed overall over several months, and it helps warn of potential complications.
Diabetes – building a strong support network
Living with diabetes isn’t a road you need travel alone. Consider that some 420 million people around the world are living with diabetes – that’s about the populations of South Africa, the USA and Australia combined.
Diabetes – what about quality of life?
Living with diabetes is more than simply surviving with the condition – what about a good quality of life?
Diabetes – why self-testing is so important
As people with diabetes become accustomed to testing, many find it an invaluable tool for managing daily nutritional intake.
Diabetes – Understanding blood glucose readings
Regular testing and understanding your blood glucose level quickly becomes part of your daily routine, and is essential for good diabetes management.
Cancer and Friendship
Today, most people with cancer are treated as outpatients, meaning they don’t have to stay in the hospital. But they still often need help, support,
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a common, harmless condition without additional symptoms, however, it can cause psychological and emotional distress which negatively impact on a person’s quality of
Blood Pressure
It refers to the force or pressure of the blood against the walls of the blood vessels, also known as arteries.
Normal Blood Pressure: 120(systolic) / 80(diastolic) mmHg
The first (or top) number is your systolic blood pressure. It is the highest level your blood pressure reaches when your heartbeats.
The second (or bottom) number is your diastolic blood pressure. It is the lowest level your blood pressure reaches as your heart relaxes between beats.
Blood pressure is measured in millimetre Mercury.
Nausea and Vomiting during chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a vital treatment option for cancer patients, but it is often associated with side effects. One of the most common and distressing side effects is nausea and vomiting.
Communicating with someone suffering from cancer
Communicating with someone going through cancer treatment, especially when they are visibly struggling, can be challenging for friends and family.
Sensitive skin in babies
While babies are amazingly resilient, they’re also delicate – and this goes for their brand-new sensitive skin too.
Asthma and passive smoking
Smoking is a well-known health hazard. But did you know that even if you’re not the one lighting up, you can still be at risk?
Sugar smart
Foods that have naturally occurring sugars are fruit, vegetables, starches, legumes (e.g. beans, peas, and lentils) and dairy products.
Breast Milk
Worry over low breast milk supply is one of the most common reasons new moms decide to stop breastfeeding in the first few months. There
