How do screens affect your eyes?
All of our eyes are enduring much more screen time than before, as we spend more hours at home during the coronavirus lockdown. Everyone, adults and kids alike, are relying more and more on televisions, video games, computers and phones for entertainment and work. These...
What is the Keto Diet? 5 pros and cons of this weight-loss plan
The keto diet seems to be all the rage right now. With so many people boasting about its benefits, you may be tempted to jump on the bandwagon. However, before beginning a new diet, it's always a good idea to do your research and weigh...
A guide to medical cover for pensioners
It's a given that we need more specialised healthcare as we get older. Pensioners in particular, may be concerned about health cover. Both their age and income constraints can hinder their ability to get appropriate health cover. Given that elderly people are more prone to...
March is TB Awareness Month
About 1.5 million people die of Tuberculosis (TB) in the developing world every year. World TB Day is on 24 March, and the month is used to raise awareness around Tuberculosis. Remember, TB is both preventable and treatable. Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially serious infectious disease....
Glaucoma: Everything you need to know
GLAUCOMA is believed to be the third-highest cause of blindness in the world. Around 4.5 million people worldwide suffer from Glaucoma-induced blindness. Even more astounding, 76 million people are affected by Glaucoma. Of the people who lost their vision, 40% occurred without symptoms. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is...
Affinity Health On The Dangers Of Binge Drinking: What Are The Health Risks?
At age 29, esteemed actor and filmmaker Bradley Cooper found himself at a crossroads - die before his 30th birthday or stop drinking. He chose the latter. For almost two decades, Cooper has abstained from alcohol. Seeking freedom from the pain of addiction wasn’t an...
Affinity Health On The Benefits of Private Home Nursing Following Illness, Injury, or Surgery
Affinity Health will always strive to provide you with the best medical care – even in the comfort of your own home! Having a loved one staying in the hospital can be stressful for everyone; that's why Affinity Health offers in-home nursing services. Having the help of...
Affinity Health Announces Their Benefits for 2021
Affinity Health's boosted range of benefits is designed to create an ideal balance between affordability, high quality of care, and reliable health insurance. Dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of South Africans, Affinity Health has ushered in a new wave of benefits for...
Affinity Health: How Covid-19 Has Changed Our Country’s Approach To Health
South Africans have come a long way since news of the coronavirus hit the headlines early last year, and our country went into lockdown. Affinity Health takes a look at how Covid-19 has changed our country's approach to health. Mental & Physical Health Challenges Unsurprisingly, Covid-19 has...
Support International Down Syndrome Day With Affinity Health
In support of International Down Syndrome Day on 21 March 2021, Affinity Health encourages all South Africans to advocate for the rights of people with Down syndrome. Down syndrome (DS for short) is a chromosomal disorder that affects babies during pregnancy. Usually, a baby is born...
