What happens to your body once you stop smoking?
Deciding to stop smoking is challenging for most tobacco users as tobacco cravings or urges to smoke can be powerful.
Smoking increases anxiety and tension.
Smoking increases the level of stress in your body and has numerous adverse reactions.
What is food poisoning?
Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, is caused by eating contaminated food.
What is yellow fever?
Yellow fever is a viral illness caused by the bite of a mosquito carrying the yellow fever virus.
Mmmm, for milk and dairy
The South African food-based dietary guidelines advise that dairy should be consumed daily.
Surviving strokes: A recipe for recovery
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in South Africa and does not only affect the elderly.
Stressed, anxious or ADHD?
Many children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) also have a learning disability, depression or an anxiety disorder.
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Crispy chicken strips
Chicken strips or crumbed chicken is a firm favourite, but unfortunately often unhealthy as it is deep-fried.
Mommy, my tummy hurts
Abdominal pain in children is very common and can be distressful for parents.
Importance of oral health for children
Worldwide, 3 out of 5 children suffer from oral diseases, such as tooth decay and gum disease.
COVID-19
For all official information and updates regarding COVID-19, visit the South African Department of Health's website at www.sacoronavirus.co.za
