The ultimate goal of incorporating dental care for your children from a young age is to keep their teeth cavity free. Dental care is not just about having a sparkling bright smile, but dental disease that is left untreated can affect your child’s ability to eat, function and sleep well …
Read More »Child Passenger Safety Week Runs For The 4th Year In A Row In SA
Regardless of it being law that every child under the age of 3 be securely strapped into a car seat, a shocking 93% of motorists, taxi and bus services flaunt this law, which is not effectively enforced by local and national police. The majority of injuries, through car accidents, are …
Read More »The 5 Ws (and 1 H) of CBD
CBD isn’t new — in fact, it has been around for millennia, much longer than human civilization. And yet, if you are just hearing about CBD for the first time, you aren’t alone. Though researchers have known about CBD for the better part of a century, we haven’t known much …
Read More »Women’s month sees depression and anxiety escalate for women, during lockdown
Far from a time of empowerment and celebration, Women’s Month has seen depression and anxiety skyrocket among women as the boundaries of an already tenuous work-life balance have become increasingly blurred under lockdown. According to a recent Ipsos poll, 40% of South African women say they are feeling anxious as …
Read More »Steps You Can Take To Reduce The Negative Impact Of A Car Accident
None of us like to think about having a car accident. But, unfortunately, they are a fact of life. If you drive or are regularly a passenger in a car, the chances are that at some stage you will be involved in one. So, today, I thought I would take …
Read More »5 Compelling Reasons to Ditch Single-Use Protective Gear in The New Normal
Single-use personal protective equipment (PPE) has its place. But that place is probably not outside of a medical facility, even during this serious global pandemic. For most people, reusable antimicrobial arm sleeves and masks are clearly a better form of protection in the context of their day-to-day lives. Here are some reasons …
Read More »Defensive Driving Tips To Avoid Car Accidents During Covid-19
During the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic, safe driving is even more essential than before. Emergency rooms and hospitals have their hands full with Covid-19 cases and cannot handle an influx of vehicle accident victim too. At this point in time the Covid-19 patients are in urgent need of their care. All …
Read More »5 Elegant Evening Dresses For Those Smart Evenings Out
Every woman should at least have one elegant evening gown in her closet for those smart evenings out which makes her feel like a beauty queen. Choosing the right fit, cut and colour according to your body type and complexion can make all the difference. This being said, for many …
Read More »Anusol Offers Even More Relief With New Flushable Wipes
The #1 selling piles treatment brand in the UK, Anusol, is trailblazing the solution for this uncomfortable condition with its new Anusol Soothing and Cleansing Flushable Wipes. The wipes offer sufferers an innovative natural personal hygiene alternative that is gentle, effective, convenient and eco-friendly whilst soothing, cleansing and cooling the …
Read More »12 Sober Living Tips – Celebrating 12 Years Of Sobriety
What an amazing experience going live on Facebook and Youtube with Jen Clements, from Thrivalist Sobriety, and Freddie van Rensburg, counsellor, to discuss sober living tips in celebration of my 12 years of sobriety. One thing that I have learned about recovery over the last 12 years is that there …
Read More »How You Can Improve Your Mental Well-being Through Exercise According To Benjy Grinberg
The term mental well-being has a multi-functional definition since it involves various factors like: A sense of feeling positive about ourselves, and being capable of functioning well in relationships or individually. Being able to deal with life’s ups and down and coping when challenges arise. Feeling that you have a …
Read More »Maintaining Vaccination Services Amid COVID-19
As the world works to develop a vaccine against the novel coronavirus, health-care capacities are stretched in response to COVID-19 pandemic, and in some cases, vaccination services may have been disrupted.1,2 The coronavirus outbreak serves as a valuable reminder of the important role vaccination plays in protection from infectious disease.2 During the …
Read More »Advice For Managing Covid-19 Pain and Fever Safely at Home
Fever, body aches and pain are among the commonly reported symptoms of Covid-19 and are also associated with other viral infections, including influenza. While these symptoms can be most unpleasant, frequently they can be managed at home on the advice of a healthcare professional. It is crucial, however, that medications …
Read More »Emotionally Abusive Relationships – Signs, Effects and Coping Tips
When we talk about abuse very often the first thing one thinks of is physical abuse or sexual abuse, but while those may be the first things that come to mind there are many different types of abuse and they can be just as damaging if not more. When I …
Read More »12 Tips On How To Boost Your Child’s Immunity
These tips can be helpful in boosting your child’s immunity. First, you must start with setting a good example for your child. Remember your child will learn best by following your example. Physical activity is an excellent way of boosting your immune system. Exercise together by taking walks, playing together …
Read More »Things to Look For When Buying Kid’s Swimwear
When buying swimwear for their kids, people need to expand their thinking and go beyond print and styles. For instance, it is better to find some suit that can easily be taken on and off by the children to avoid wasting of time and effort. Parents should also consider having …
Read More »Separating Facts From Fiction: Therapeutic Uses of CBD
The cannabis plant has been around for over 6 000 years and has a rich history of medicinal usage.1 The most commonly used strain of cannabis is known as the Cannabis sativa plant,2 which contains cannabinoids including cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).3 While THC is the psychoactive (mind-altering) component of cannabis, CBD is non-psychoactive and …
Read More »Helping Children Recover from Major Injuries Following an Accident
An accident can happen at any time and, sadly, some of these injuries can involve children. While most parents expect their kids to suffer a few bumps and bruises along the way as they grow up, some injuries can be quite serious. There is a major difference between kids who …
Read More »Why South Africans In Sunny SA Should Care About A Lack Of Vitamin D
Believe it or not… mushrooms make vitamin D from the sun, just like our bodies do. Mushrooms and humans react the same way when exposed to the sun Not only are mushrooms the only plant source of Vitamin D; they are also able to increase their natural Vitamin D content …
Read More »World Allergy Week – 28 June to 4 July: COVID-19 and Allergies
The coronavirus pandemic is a time of anxiety for most people, particularly those with existing health concerns. Millions of South Africans live with long-term conditions, including coeliac disease and allergic disorders such as eczema (atopic dermatitis), hay fever (allergic rhinitis) and asthma, one of the most common chronic diseases affecting …
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