Should you drink chlorinated water?
Chlorination is the most common water treatment method in the world. Chlorine has been added into public water systems since the 1800s. There are a number of waterborne diseases that can potentially infiltrate water systems, and adding chlorine has proven to kill bacteria and significantly...
Interesting facts about pap smears you probably didn’t know
The idea of getting a pap smear every year can be daunting and a little scary, but it is very important that all women do this without fail.How does it work?Once you have booked your appointment, you will receive a date to get your pap...
Renal Health: It can all go wrong very quickly
In the last few years, there has been a significant increase in the instances of renal failure in South Africa. The two most common conditions that cause kidney damage are high blood pressure and uncontrolled diabetes, both being prevalent owing to poor eating habits.Kidney disease...
Can’t afford Medical Aid? There is another option
For a long time, the only way to afford private healthcare was if you were a member of a medical aid. Unfortunately, as necessary as having medical cover is, medical aid is still unaffordable to a large number of South Africans. But nowadays, medical aid...
Health Insurance Benefits you can’t live without
Doctor’s visits can prove to be very expensive, especially if you need to go multiple times a month. Add medication and special procedural costs to the bill and pretty soon you’re a couple of thousand rand out of pocket.Medical cover can literally be a lifesaver....
Heart Health – Why you should be concerned
Heart health is extremely important. There are many symptoms that may seem unrelated to your heart and it’s well-being that you shouldn’t ignore. Men and women experience heart disease very differently. Pain, a persistent cough and even flu like symptoms could be indicators of a...
Does health insurance cover mental illness?
Medical Aid and Medical Insurance have many similarities when it comes to the type of cover they offer, but one of the many differences between the two types of health benefits is that when you have medical insurance, it probably doesn’t cover a mental health...
When suppressing your emotions becomes bad for your health
For the last few years, health professionals have put emphasis on the importance of people taking care of their emotional well-being, which is just as important as staying physically healthy. As it turns out, the two may work hand in hand. If you don’t allow...
How to reduce your premiums
When taking out health insurance, you sometimes have to undergo a series of health tests, as a screening protocol, to determine your monthly premium. The healthier you are, the better rate you will receive. There are definitely things within your control that you can do...
Skincare: Summer vs Winter
Winter is fast approaching in South Africa and with it comes its own skin-damaging weather conditions. When it comes to changing skincare routines from summer to winter, some things will definitely change in your toiletry bag, but surprisingly enough, some items will remain.One such product...
