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You can get various types of poisoning from certain raw, unpasteurized or spoiled foods that can make you very ill. But which foods are more likely to give you food poisoning? Here are 10 foods that can give you food poisoning that you might find surprising. One can never be …

Many individuals experience back or neck pain due to age or because of an accident. Today, we are discussing when to consider minimally invasive spine surgery for back or neck pain. The treatment for sciatica or back pain is contingent on the type of pain you have. In many cases, …

If you are expecting a baby and you live in the United States, you might not have given much thought to maternal mortality. After all, we have some of the best hospitals and best doctors in the world. Very few women should be dying in childbirth now that we have …

Modernization has led to changes in many industries, and one of them is healthcare. Apart from technological changes, we can now observe changes in the role of different professions in every sector evolving due to modern demand and needs. Among these professions is the highly notable profession of nursing in …

Everyone assumes their kitchen is safe and all the food they make will be healthy. In most cases, that is true. But, there are 10 bad habits that can affect the quality and safety of the food you prepare. Once you know practices to avoid, you will have a healthier …

COVID-19 has impacted infected people in different ways.  Some have been asymptomatic; many have had mild cases; some have had to be hospitalised but didn’t need ventilation and others have endured long stays in ICU.  There are those who have recovered quickly, but a number of people are suffering from …

Our bodies have more of a chance of managing the difficulties that life throws at them if they are well nourished. Indeed, good nutrition is one of the few things under our control when we need renewed vigour. Tip: Exhaustion can be an early warning that the body is not …

With up to 80% of the human immune system housed in the digestive tract, taking care of your gut is an essential part of staying healthy this winter. As temperatures drop and flu-season approaches, those looking to give their immune system a natural pick-me-up, can opt for fermented foods and …

Here’s a winter health fact. Our bodies need Vitamin D for many important processes including supporting the immune system, bone and muscle building, and to promote better sleep and mood.  We can even produce enough vitamin D ourselves. That’s if we bare our arms, legs, back, chests or faces to …

Hospice care is an option for individuals whom physicians believe to have a life expectancy fewer than six months. Generally, at this point, active treatment which is aimed at recovery comes to a standstill, and this is where the different hospice care services provided are considered. Hospice care emphasizes on …

Having my first mammogram is something that I have been putting off for a while even though I know how important it is. Three of my aunts (two biological and one by marriage) have had breast cancer and successfully beaten it. The last case of breast cancer was the aunt …

Just when you thought you knew all the terminology around a healthy vagina, another weird and wonderful V-term hits the headlines!  There’s no doubt the vagina is a fantastic organ that functions as far more than just reproductive machinery. If you want to keep your vagina healthy, it helps to …

Are you diabetic or on a low sugar diet and need something sweet? Do you crave sugar and feel guilty after eating it? Low sugar diets can be a challenge for the sweet tooth in all of us. There is some good news though, your diet restrictions don’t have to …

World Meningitis Day falls on 24 April and this year’s theme is TakeAction #DefeatMeningitis.1 Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the brain and spinal cord.2 Because of the severity of meningitis and the fact that the disease can take a loved one’s life in under 24 hours1, the World Health Organization has …

Human nature often means one does not realize the importance of a blessing until it’s gone. The gift of eyesight is one of the greatest gifts bestowed upon us humans, yet we often neglect it. Why is that so? Often, humans remove gratitude from the fundamental equation of life. Importance …

The eyes are one of the most essential organs of the body. Like you take care of your physical health, your eyes also need to be taken care of. Regular checkups and prevention measures may help to preserve the health of your eyes. Eyesight can deteriorate due to medical conditions …

Winter may be upon us but that has never stopped the children of South Africa from making the most of the outdoors, running around and playing ball games until the sun goes down. However, some children are unable to join in the fun due to a debilitating illness one tends …

Plants are generally nice to look at and, if you choose the right ones, they are surprisingly easy to look after. But, they don’t just bring a splash of color to your home. Plants are also known to improve the air quality in your home and will have a positive …

A healthy lifestyle and getting the right nutrition plays a paramount role in how it affects your daily life. If your diet lacks the right nutrition, you are depriving yourself from optimal health and subsequently living a happy life. If you had the opportunity to be smarter, live longer, be …