As we get older our skin loses its elasticity as a result of decreased oxygen levels, causing fine lines and wrinkles where there once was an immaculate, flawless complexion. Add stress and a lack of quality sleep to the mix […]
Have you ever sat down at the end of the week, and realised you just couldn’t find the time to do all the things you set out to do? Juggling work, household chores, reading and exercise all in one day […]
Researchers have for long observed that the human association with pets is positive for us, and can even have health benefits, including lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and anxiety levels. Ivan Oosthuizen, chief executive officer of Livewell Group notes: “Many […]
Healthcare facilities face a daily challenge to prevent the spread of infections and, with increasing concern about antibiotic resistance, Netcare has teamed up with germ-zapping robots that seek and destroy viruses and bacteria within minutes. Managing director of Netcare’s hospital […]
I’m a huge fan of facials; I could easily have one a week. And I like trying out new facials – but they have never come with a health warning before! Recently I booked a facial at the Camelot Spa […]
Hello Doctor gives users immediate access to general practitioners (GPs), 24/7. The new app is aimed at changing the way people manage their health. Through the app, you can now talk your doctor on your phone and receive the medical […]
There are some interesting movies depicting robot-like creatures that go about their daily lives without any comprehension or thought of why they are behaving the way that they are. They automatically react to the stimulus around them and are not […]
In a landscape of ever-increasing healthcare costs across both the public and private sectors, and in the context of an environment where consumers are struggling to keep up with medical aid contributions (exacerbated by annual increases), any effort to mitigate […]
A common under-addressed symptom of Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is its impact on eating behaviours. Studies show that one in five obese adults exhibit symptoms of ADHD. An increasing number of healthcare professionals now screen adults with chronic weight issues […]
Families caring for a loved one with dementia often find that as the condition progresses, it become more difficult to provide the level of care required as well as the stress associated with full-time care also takes a toll on […]
