Breast cancer: Facts & Myths

There are a lot of ideas out there about breast cancer, and most of them are incorrect. Here are some of the things people say about breast cancer that are just plain wrong

Breast cancer: What it looks like & how to find it

Performing regular self-examinations is widely regarded to be an effective early detection method. All women should check their breasts regularly for changes in the appearance of the breast and nipple.

Self-care for women: Look after your mind, body & soul

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As mothers, wives, sisters, friends and daughters, women often experience a lot of pressure to manage their own wellbeing, while helping those around them. As with most things in life, the most important thing is balance – if you don’t take care of yourself first, you won’t be able to fulfil any other responsibilities you might have, be they family or work-related.
These simple yet effective self-care ideas will help you improve your own health, wellbeing and overall happiness.

Your Hearing is Important! How To Reduce Your Risk of Hearing Deterioration

Your Hearing is Important! How To Reduce Your Risk of Hearing Deterioration

You might take your hearing for granted, but once it’s damaged, it’s damaged for life. Any deterioration in hearing can have a profound impact on your quality of life, and the resulting difficulty in communication can lead to:

Fewer educational and job opportunities, Social withdrawal and reduced access to services, Emotional problems caused by a lowered self-esteem. For this reason, it’s crucial to protect your ears in any way you can, especially if you spend a lot of time around loud noises.

Cervical Cancer: Causes, symptoms, myths & facts & more

Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer amongst South African women, and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. It is estimated that women across the world have a 1 in 42 lifetime risk of contracting cervical cancer, and it has been identified as a national priority due to an increase in incidences.

In this education sheet, we will cover everything you and your patients need to know about cervical cancer.

Heart Disease & Stroke: A detailed guide

Heart disease & stroke Info

What is heart disease? The blanket term ‘heart disease’ refers to several types of heart conditions, each of which has its own treatment and symptoms.

What is heart disease? In general, heart disease refers to any disorder that affects the heart, its vessels, muscles, valves, or internal electric pathways responsible for muscular contraction.

Heart Disease and Stroke Frequently Asked Questions

Heart disease & stroke Info

Q: What is Heart Disease?
Heart disease refers to any disorder that affects the heart, its muscles, valves, or internal electric pathways responsible for muscular contractions.

Q: What are the symptoms of heart disease?
Many heart diseases can be ‘silent’, only being diagnosed when you experience symptoms. Some of these include chest pain or discomfort, upper back or neck pain, indigestion, heartburn, nausea, extreme fatigue, upper body discomfort, dizziness, shortness of breath, and swelling of the feet, ankles, legs, abdomen or neck veins.

Heart Disease and Stroke Info Sheet

Heart disease & stroke Info

Heart disease quick facts: The blanket term ‘heart disease’ refers to several types of heart conditions, each of which has its own treatment and symptoms. In general, heart disease refers to any disorder that affects the heart, its vessels, muscles, valves, or internal electric pathways responsible for muscular contraction.