Understanding Urinary Incontinence In Adults
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores the causes of adult urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence(UI) is a condition that affects millions worldwide but is often stigmatised and misunderstood....
Understanding Childhood Cancer: What Every Parent Should Know
“September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognise the challenges young cancer patients and their families face,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “While childhood cancer is relatively rare, it is the third leading cause of death by disease among children...
Kidney Disease: Symptoms And Treatment
Your kidneys are a system mainly responsible for removing waste from the blood and filtering clean blood into your heart to ensure your primary organs function healthily. However, genetic disorders and lifestyle factors can affect well-functioning kidneys and lead to acute or chronic kidney disease....
The Truth About Sleeping With A Bra: Myths Vs Facts
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, explores the truth behind sleeping with a bra. For decades, women have debated whether it’s beneficial or harmful to wear a bra while sleeping. This simple question has sparked numerous myths, old wives’ tales, and conflicting...
The Role Of Diet In Heart Health
“As we observe Heart Awareness Month, it’s essential to highlight one of the most powerful tools for maintaining heart health: our diet,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “The National Institutes of Health emphasise that our food choices significantly impact cardiovascular wellness, affecting blood...
The Importance Of Regular Pap Smears
“According to the National Department of Health, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women in South Africa after breast cancer,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “As we observe Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, it’s important to highlight one of the best...
Spring Cleaning For Your Health
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores how spring cleaning for your health can lead to a rejuvenated sense of well-being and increased vitality. “During Spring, many of us are urged to clean and refresh our homes. But this season isn’t just for...
Mindful Mornings: Practices To Set A Positive Tone For Your Day
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores various mindful morning practices to help you start your day on the right foot. “Many of us start the day in a frantic scramble to get kids to school and prepare for work, leaving us stressed...
Hormones And Belly Fat: What You Need To Know
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores the link between hormones and belly fat. “Harvard Health says belly fat is more than a cosmetic concern. It’s a serious health risk,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “Various factors contribute to...
From Stress Relief To Better Sleep: The Health Benefits Of Bathing
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, delves into the scientifically backed health benefits of bathing. While many of us opt for quick showers to save time, taking a bath can offer many health benefits beyond just getting clean. ...