Stay informed about the latest trends in viral gastroenteritis, including emerging norovirus strains and rising rotavirus cases. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and South African surveillance data.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a silent threat to your health. Exercise is one of the most effective natural ways to manage it. Here are six of the best exercises to lower blood pressure and keep your heart in top shape.
Learn about easy, effective nasal hygiene practices for the whole family. Gain knowledge how to rinse, hydrate, and protect your sinuses with expert tips.
Have you ever considered what to expect after a hysterectomy, including recovery timelines and lifestyle changes on your journey to wellness?
Whether it’s lighting up a cigarette during a stressful moment or casually puffing in social settings, tobacco use is more widespread than we often admit.
For couples struggling with infertility, advancements in reproductive medicine offer renewed hope. Assisted hatching is one such technique that enhances the likelihood of embryo implantation during in vitro fertilisation (IVF).
Discover how long the flu vaccine lasts, its benefits, and how often you need it.
Wondering how to get a prescription for birth control pills in South Africa? Learn about access, types of contraceptives, and where to get your script with this essential guide.
Many people live with hypertension (high blood pressure) without even knowing it. It’s often called the “silent killer” because it typically has no noticeable symptoms but can lead to severe health complications like heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure if left untreated. But the good news is that hypertension is manageable with proper monitoring, treatment, and lifestyle adjustments.
Obesity is a complex, chronic health condition affecting millions of people worldwide, significantly influencing overall health and quality of life. In South Africa, the prevalence of obesity is rising, with one in eight children now classified as obese.
Understanding obesity’s causes, symptoms, and preventive measures is crucial for fostering a healthier future.
We are pleased to welcome Dr Martin Rosendorff, a Family Physician, to the Intercare Bedfordview team.
Dietary calcium is safe. Calcium supplements may have drawbacks and even health risks, including raising the risk of heart disease.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) occurs when stomach contents (acid) leaks from the stomach and moves up into the oesophagus (food pipe). This is also known as ‘reflux’ and can happen with or without regurgitation or vomiting.
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