
9 Important Health Checks for Seniors to Prioritise
Learn why health checks for seniors remain important as you get older and discover ways to stay proactive about your health and wellbeing.

Learn why health checks for seniors remain important as you get older and discover ways to stay proactive about your health and wellbeing.

Discover the health and dental check-ups many adults postpone, why preventive healthcare matters, and how routine check-ups can support long-term wellbeing.

Wondering if a symptom should be checked? Learn about common symptoms people often ignore, when to seek medical or dental advice, and how to make informed healthcare decisions.

Not sure whether your child needs medical attention? Learn about common childhood symptoms, when to seek medical advice, and when a routine check-up may help.

Struggling to stay consistent with chronic medication? Discover 7 practical medication management tips and how Intercare Meds2Me supports adherence with free delivery, dose-by-dose pouches, and refill reminders.

Learn about asthma symptoms, triggers, and treatment options. Manage asthma effectively with Intercare and book a doctor online today.

Let’s look at how prediabetes can affect pregnancy, including risks, early screening, everyday steps to lower complications, and when to ask for extra support.

If you are pregnant and living with diabetes, or you have been told you have gestational diabetes, you will find this guide useful. It explains how higher blood sugar can affect your baby, which tests help keep you both safe, and everyday steps that make a real difference.

You don’t need to feel unwell to benefit from a blood test. Regular blood work provides a clear window into your health, helping to detect diseases early, monitor organ function, and track vital markers such as cholesterol, blood sugar, and hormones. Whether it’s identifying deficiencies, assessing heart health, or establishing your personal health baseline, routine blood tests empower you and your doctor to make informed decisions that support long-term wellness.

Menopause is defined as the moment when a female goes 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, signalling the end of fertility. On average, natural menopause occurs around 51–52 years of age, though it can happen earlier due to surgery or medical treatments, or even later.

If you’ve come to rely on that pain in your stomach to tell you when your time of the month arrives, it can be unsettling to have cramps but no period.

Parties are a great time for celebration, fun and laughter with family and friends. The food too can shine with fresh fruits and vegetables.

The national Department of Health (DoH) has confirmed that antibody testing is now legal in South Africa. Antibody testing determines whether you had COVID-19 in the past and now have antibodies against the virus.
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