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Your Local Dentist in Limpopo – Dr Ntwanano Baloyi
If you’re looking for a trusted dentist near me in Polokwane, Intercare Polokwane now offers even more expertise with the appointment of Dr Ntwanano Baloyi, an experienced dentist dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred dental care for the Limpopo community.

Welcome, Dr Preshantha Reddy, to Intercare Fourways
Intercare Fourways welcomes Dr Preshantha Reddy, a highly experienced medical doctor with over 20 years in clinical practice. With expertise across general medicine, surgery, mental health, occupational health, and executive medicals, she has a special interest in paediatrics and preventative care.

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a fast, efficient workout that alternates short bursts of intense effort with brief recovery periods. It’s designed to improve strength, endurance, and heart health in less time, and it’s adaptable for all fitness levels.
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Around one in four South Africans has high blood pressure – a major risk factor for heart attacks and strokes.

Determine the physical, mental, and emotional health benefits of gardening. Learn how nurturing a garden can improve fitness, reduce stress, and enhance well-being.

Read and learn essential first-aid tips for common sports injuries, including updated treatment protocols and preventive measures to ensure safe and effective recovery.

Sunglasses not only look fashionable; they also help protect your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun.
Dental articles

What is Periodontitis?
It is the most common oral disease affecting up to 50% of the adult population around the globe.

Clear aligners are comfortable modern-day orthodontics and have been developed specifically for aligning your teeth predictably and smoothly.

Regular dental visits are essential because they allow your dentist to detect cavities (tooth decay) early.
Hospital articles

Cardio and respiratory rehabilitation at Intercare physical rehabilitation hospitals
Cardiorespiratory rehabilitation offers a safe and structured way to regain strength, improve breathing and rebuild confidence after a cardiac event or chronic lung condition.

MVA Injury Recovery: Regaining functionality and well-being after an accident
A compassionate, step-by-step guide showing how Intercare physical rehabilitation hospitals offer physical therapy, which supports recovery after a motor vehicle accident. We address pain, fear, function and emotional resilience. It is encouraging to know that strength can be rebuilt, one step at a time.

Intercare Launches Physical Rehabilitation Hospital in Cape Town
Intercare, in partnership with the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA), is proud to announce the opening of the Intercare Newlands Physical Rehabilitation Hospital.
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Mental health articles

Stressed, anxious or ADHD? | 2 min read
Many children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) also have a learning disability, depression or an anxiety disorder.

Panic attacks | 4 min read
Your heart is racing. The world is spinning. You feel like you might throw up. It’s a normal day, nothing has happened.





























