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Wellness / 20-03-24 / Chris Smit

Support for young adults as they fly the nest: the five Ps of a smooth transition to independence

“Moving out of home is undeniably one of the most significant transitions in a young adult's life. It marks a pivotal moment of independence and self-discovery, offering boundless opportunities for personal growth and new experiences. While…

Wellness / 13-03-24 / Duty Editor

Expectant parents get a glimpse of parenthood

“It was an immersive crash course in all things baby-related with 117 expecting mothers-to-be and their partners joining us to listen, learn and interact. We're here to support our patients every step of the way,” says Greg Mokgoatlheng, the…

Wellness / 27-02-24 / Tau kaVodloza

Think twice about these foods when travelling

“Food poisoning is perhaps the most common travel illness, and can spread rapidly through contaminated food or water, and from one infected person to others through invisible traces of the germs carried from hand to mouth, and it is well worth…

Wellness / 26-02-24 / Tau kaVodloza

Turning anger into motivation

“If we allow anger to get out of control, it can cloud our thinking and judgement and may lead to irrational and destructive behaviours that can harm our relationships, health, work and ultimately our quality of life. The good news is that it…

Wellness / 12-02-24 / Chris Smit

Parents urged to talk to their teens and adolescents about mental health

“Even in the best of circumstances, adolescence and the transition from childhood to adulthood is a vulnerable phase of development. For any young person, it can be difficult to adjust to the rapid physical and emotional changes during this…

Wellness / 12-02-24 / Tommy Jackson

Broaden your epilepsy knowledge with Netcare and Epilepsy SA

“No one should be afraid to discuss necessary aspects of their health with family and employers, but tragically, the stigma surrounding epilepsy leaves too many people facing this medical condition alone,” says Mande Toubkin, Netcare’s general…

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