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As COVID-19 (aka the novel coronavirus) positive cases continue to spike in South Africa, government-issued restrictions to limit the spread of the virus are getting tighter and non-compliance has some serious consequences. On 18 March, the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) set out the new restrictions and clearly outlined the consequences of […] More
The rate at which caesarean sections (c-sections) are happening in South Africa is among the highest in the world, this is according to a new report published by The Council of Medical Schemes. In South Africa, c-section rates are currently sitting at an average of 78.57% for private hospitals and 44.10% for public hospitals. While […] More
First off, what is the Coronavirus? : THIS JUST IN: Scientists Are One Step Closer To Developing HIV Cure The WHO has alerted the public to be aware of the #CoronaVirus outbreak. No cases have been reported in SA. Stellenbosch Municipality would like to remind residents & visitors travelling to and from affected countries to […] More
One cup of tea every two to three days could add just over a year to your life The post That Cup Of Tea You’re Drinking May Help You Live Longer, According To This New Study appeared first on Women’s Health. More
Women’s tolerance for alcohol is much lower than men’s. One drink can set us over the limit to drive. Plus, if you’re a regular drinker, as a woman you might very easily fall into the heavy-alcohol-user category. Not great for your health! Be savvy and safe this festive season with these top tips, alcohol know-how […] More
Okay, how did they come to that? For the six-week period, the Fasted Cardio Is Buzzy, But Here’s What A Dietitian And Trainer Say You Should Know So, why should I care? If You’re Obese, These Are The Health Conditions You’re Most At Risk For Does it apply to me? Because the study population was […] More
First off, wtf is surgical mesh and why should you worry about it? “Mesh” is a fabric-like material used as a reinforcement for tissue or bone, and for over 50 years it’s been used in surgeries to repair hernias and prevent reoccurrence. So far, so good. But its uses evolved to repairing tissue in the […] More
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have taken the first steps towards permanently restoring healthy vaginal bacteria. Inspired by the success of faecal transplantation, the researchers hope to stop recurring bacterial vaginosis. WTF is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection – and while it is curable, the infection often comes back. Unfortunately it […] More
