What is the average price of medical aid?
Medical aid is calculated using many factors, of which the most important is affordability for the particular individual. There are definitely basic price points and tiers set up by each scheme, but the price per family and member varies. But, on average, what can you...
The benefits of a vegan diet.
Veganism is a plant-based, cruelty-free lifestyle that has grown in popularity over the last decade. Vegans - the name for people who do not eat animals or make use of any animal products - believe that besides the use of animals being unethical, there are...
Annual medical tests you shouldn’t skip
It isn’t always possible to get to the doctor for a check-up. Most people have busy lives; so between working and running a household, prioritising annual check-ups usually drops to the bottom of the list. But, there are certain tests that shouldn’t be missed, even...
Three hormones that cause weight gain
Hormones are known to wreak havoc on the body, especially if the particular hormones are imbalanced. If your hormones are out of whack, you could experience anything from excessive hair growth, to uncontrollable weight gain and a variety of symptoms in between. If you have been...
Shining a spotlight on Hepatitis
World Hepatitis Day is on the 28th July 2019 World Hepatitis Day is one of only four official disease-specific world health days recognised by the World Health Organisation. The Hepatitis Foundation of South Africa estimates that around 800,000 to 1,4 million people have chronic Hepatitis B...