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What’s the difference between a heart attack, cardiac arrest, and heart failure?
A heart attack is often confused with cardiac arrest, and people often use these terms interchangeably, but they are not the same thing.
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Breastfeeding – A shared responsibility
The World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is the most significant outreach vehicle for the breastfeeding movement celebrated in over 120 countries from 1 – 7 August.
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The importance of a Pap Smear
A Pap Smear is a procedure to test for cervical cancer in women. It is done by collecting cells from your cervix.
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More Than a Woman
The 21st-century woman has achieved milestones her foremothers couldn’t fathom.
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Take ownership of your health
Dr André Kilian is a Family Physician at Intercare Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth. He is married and has four children and five grandchildren. The most important
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More than a six-pack
What media and popular culture serve men as ‘Health’ and masculinity often entails chiselled triceps and excessive use of protein supplements.
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What is reflexology?
Several studies indicate that reflexology may reduce pain and psychological symptoms, such as stress and anxiety, and enhance relaxation and sleep.
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The difference between snoring and sleep apnea
Snoring happens when air cannot move freely through your nose and throat during sleep.
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Back pain
Back pain can be a result of injury, activity, and some medical conditions. Acute pain starts suddenly and lasts for up to 6 weeks.
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Ear infection
Ear infections mostly affect children, but adults are not immune. Ear infections can be chronic or acute.
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There’s a good reason to put dry beans, peas, lentils, and soya into the spotlight. Unfortunately, they are often seen as ‘poor man’s food and can take longer to cook.
Not just a pinch of salt
Salt (scientifically known as sodium) is essential for your body to function correctly and for good health.
Do I need sinus surgery?
Sinus surgery is a medical procedure that aims to open the pathways of the sinuses and clear blockages. It is an option to treat people with ongoing (chronic) and recurrent sinus infections, nasal polyps, and other related conditions.
