Affinity Health on World Haemophilia Day
Affinity Health reflects on the remarkable progress made against haemophilia, an inherited rare genetic disorder reducing your body's ability to stop bleeding. Affordable Medical Cover is key for Haemophiliacs World Haemophilia Day on 17 April 2021, organised by the World Federation of Haemophilia, focused on “Adapting to...
World Malaria Day: Affinity Health Calls to Close Gaps against Malaria
Affinity Health believes more research and education in malaria prevention is key to freeing the world from this avoidable disease. Affinity Health Sheds Light on Malaria Did you know the world's most dangerous predator isn't a shark, a lion, a crocodile, or a hippo? It's a mosquito! Despite...
Affinity Health: The Importance of Learning Basic First Aid
Affinity Health – providers of affordable health cover for all South Africans – highlights the importance of knowing basic First Aid. You Never Know When You’ll Need First Aid While you may know how to put on plaster on a scraped knee or take out a splinter...
Affinity Health Clarifies Dry Eyes
Affinity Health - providers of affordable health care - explains the common symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome and treatment options available. What is Dry Eye Syndrome? Are your eyes scratchy, red, dry and sore? They might be affected by a common condition called Dry Eye Syndrome. Dry Eye...
How to Manage Stress During COVID-19
Stress can cause unexpected illness. Affinity Health highlights the importance of effective stress management during these challenging and uncertain times. COVID-19 Has Increased Stress Levels Affinity Health delves into the ways South Africans have been living in panic mode amid the spread of COVID-19. With panic comes...
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Affinity Health talks about autism and the benefits of early detection in children as one of the best ways of managing the disorder. What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Affinity Health sheds light on the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) symptoms that are a growing health problem in South...
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
Affinity Health heightens awareness of Parkinson’s disease (PD), its risk, onset and the progression of this nervous system disorder. What is Parkinson’s Disorder? Parkinson’s Disorder is a neurodegenerative disorder that globally affects some seven to 10 million people. It affects a small area of nerve cells (neurons) in...
Know Your Partner’s Blood Type Before Starting A Family
Affinity Health – providers of affordable health cover – explains why your blood type can play a crucial role in your unborn baby's health. What is Your Blood Type? If you're thinking of starting a family, there are a few health concerns you may not have considered....
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...