Many studies and articles will tell you that if you exercise regularly you will be healthier, which will lead to a stronger immune system, which means you will be less likely to become sick with everyday illnesses like colds and flu. Fair enough; all of that makes sense. But how many of you have started […]
When it comes to medical products designed to help with wound care there are many different types available on the market. The problem is though that the average person doesn’t always know which kind of wound care product or dressing to buy for which situation. Most First Aid Kits contain one or more kinds of […]
We all know that disposable gloves have become an indispensable part of daily life. Whether they are used in the medical field, food processing, cleaning, beauty industries, etc. – it doesn’t matter; gloves serve as our primary protection against germs and other hazards. What is surprising is the fact that, according to medical history, rubber gloves […]
Last week we wrote an article about some of the myths surrounding Heart Health. Some of those myths may have been surprising to some of you, but perhaps others may already have known about these myths. In this article we will look at some of the Facts About Hearth Health, and yes, you may also find […]
There are few other health topics as important and critical to us as human beings like the health of our hearts. Of course, there are a lot of myths about heart health, just as with so many other things. Conflicting information can be found everywhere, and while one piece of advice will urge you to do things […]
This is the third and final article in this three-part article series of Conflict, it’s effects on your health, and what to do about it. In the previous article we talked about ways you can manage the effects of conflict, especially on your health and well-being. However, resolving the cause of conflict may be a little more […]
In our previous article we highlighted some of the ill-effects that conflict can have on your mental and physical well-being. Now we will discuss some of the options available to help you with those effects. Some of the best ways of managing the symptoms of conflict, and decreasing stress levels, are things like: Rest – the adrenal glands regenerate while […]
We all know that conflict and the handling thereof is something that we would all rather try to avoid if possible. Conflict, and the negative effects that result from it, contribute greatly to our overall stress levels and the more this builds up, the more likely it is that it will start to manifest mentally […]
Sore throats are a pretty common everyday thing. Especially in winter when their dreaded arrival heralds the start of a cold or flu. And in the spring a sore throat could also be one of the symptoms of seasonal allergies that affect so many of us. But sometimes a sore throat could also be part […]
Our eyes are a very important part, not only of our physical bodies, but of our senses too. Many people worry about losing their sight if something were to go horribly wrong with their eyes. Because of this natural fear there are many rumours and myths about eye care that got started and was regarded […]
There are numerous stressors in the workplace, which can make you feel as if you are on an emotional roller coaster. The current economic upheaval, downsizing, layoffs, mergers and bankruptcies may be taking its toll on you. You may also be facing the pressures of new bosses, fewer benefits, and the realities of having to […]
Every December the same thing happens all over South Africa – people pack their families into the car and set off for their Christmas holiday destination. And unfortunately every year during the holiday period a tragic percentage of those people experience some sort of emergency. Whether it is accidents, illness, or just an unexpected turn […]
With the constantly evolving medical industry, it is to be expected that some weird and unusual procedures will start cropping up due to patient demand. But just how far would you go for that extra smidge of physical perfection? In some countries strange medical procedures – especially relating to cosmetic procedures – can actually be […]
A trampoline often conjures up an instant smiling response from people because, let’s face it, who doesn’t love the idea of jumping up and down on one? Just the thought alone makes you feel happy and probably brings back treasured childhood memories of a simpler, more carefree time. But did you know that jumping around […]
Stress is the main cause of many of our daily troubles and it also causes many serious problems in our society. Stress can also cause a variety of physical and mental health troubles, like blood pressure problems and other ailments. But to help you keep your stress levels in check is easier than you might […]
A few years ago I read a book called “Five Patients – The Hospital Explained“. It was written as a work of non-fiction by Michael Crichton, an author better known for his thrilling fictions like: Jurassic Park, The Lost World, The Andromeda Strain, Rising Sun, Disclosure, Congo, and Sphere – to name just a few. He was also […]
We often see different kinds of medical tape included in First Aid Kits, but not everyone knows the difference between these tapes and what they are supposed to be used for. Let’s look at the different types of Medical Tapes available: Micropore Paper Tape Paper Tape is mostly used to secure dressings and bandages. It […]
In 2006, the World Health Organisation (WHO), published that Sub-Saharan Africa has 11% of the world’s population and 25% of the world’s burden of disease, but only 3% of the world’s health workers and accounts for about 1% of global health expenditure. The current situation, bar a 1% population growth has remained stagnant since 2006. […]
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