Signs that you should see an optometrist
Having healthy eyes is essential. Especially now that most of our time is spent looking at bright screens, or focusing near and far while driving; taking care of your eye health has never been more critical. Our eyes take a significant strain and require a full...
Affinity Health Warns: SARS-CoV-2 is spreading rapidly in SA
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, continues to spread rapidly amid the second wave of infections in South Africa, pushing the country to more than 1 million confirmed cases. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the number of new cases and deaths has steadily increased...
Affinity Health: Covid-19 Vaccine, Side Effects & Herd Immunity
By now, you’ve more than likely heard about the worldwide Covid-19 vaccine rollout. Affinity Health examines the concept of ‘herd immunity’, how vaccines work, and ways we can all help flatten the curve. According to recently published information, the Department of Health in South Africa aims...
What We Know: Affinity Health Talks About The New Covid-19 Strain
With reports suggesting that the new South African coronavirus strain is 50% more infectious than previous strains, Affinity Health takes a closer look at the country's recent surge of infections. Scientists around the world are struggling to learn more about previously unknown variants of the coronavirus...
COVID-19’s Effects on the Brain: Affinity Health Connects The Dots
Although Covid-19 is primarily a respiratory disease, research suggests it can also lead to brain problems. Affinity Health connects the dots between coronavirus and neurological disorders. Many viruses can cross the blood-brain barrier, but is the SARS-CoV-2 virus an exception? While those infected with Covid-19 may not...
Asthmatic? Here are a few natural remedies
Life as an asthma sufferer is no walk in the park, but there are many natural treatment options that can bring relief for people with breathing difficulties. Besides a treatment regimen prescribed by your doctor, there are several natural remedies that may help prevent an attack...
Affinity Health: Tobacco use and the COVID-19 virus
Are smokers more likely to develop severe complications from COVID-19, compared to non-smokers? Affinity Health examines the link between tobacco use, nicotine use, and coronavirus. For decades it's been known that smoking increases the risk and severity of many respiratory infections and diseases. However, there is...
Affinity Health Talks About Long Covid And How To Manage The Effects
While symptoms of the coronavirus pass relatively quickly for most people, some have reported suffering long-term effects for weeks, and even months, after the initial illness. Affinity Health talks about the lingering effects of long Covid and tips on managing them. While more information comes to...
The New COVID Strain: Affinity Health Tells You What You Need To Know
The new strain of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is raising many questions and concerns among South Africans. Affinity Health explains the nature of this new strain and ways you can keep your family safe. Since the coronavirus pandemic began last year, scientists have identified several...
Concussions – Everything you need to know
Nobody likes to get hit on the head. It hurts. People instinctively cover their heads when they are in a threatening situation - but there are times when direct impact happens out of the blue. A concussion is the result of severe head trauma and this...