Your 2020 sports calendar {infographic}
A year’s worth of sporting events where Mediclinic plays a key role in providing medical assistance and expertise. Plus: what to look out for at each one – risk factors
Participant Medical pre-screening no longer a luxury
For the past three years Mediclinic’s dedicated special events medical team have worked with race organisers across multiple sporting codes to promote and endorse pre-event screening of athletes. Participant pre-screening
What to look out for during the Queen stage
Crowned the ‘Queen Stage’ for its 2850 m of climbing over 100 kms, it is going to be an exciting day of racing. Something different on this stage is the
Starting strong and making the best of the Absa Cape Epic
Mediclinic Southern Africa understands that the Absa Cape Epic experience is often a once in a lifetime event for many riders. To ensure that you get the best of your experience, we have a few hacks to maximise the riding experience and minimise the risk of injury.
Keeping the show on the road
You may have read some, or all, of our inserts in preparation for the Absa Cape Epic. But before the race starts we wanted to let you know a bit
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We use a yacht-mast design for our cabling and keep it safely wound up in our trauma pedestals to avoid any accidents.
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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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A baby has a 70% better chance of surviving a motor vehicle accident if in a secure car seat and properly restrained.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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An orange has over 170 different phytonutrients and more than 60 flavonoids, providing anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and blood clot-inhibiting effects.
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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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Mediclinic Cape Town is accredited as a mother and baby friendly institution, having scored 100% at a recent external review.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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Your kidneys will thank you ….
Doctors involved in multi-stage extreme events continuously highlight the need for good hydration to maintain performance. Due to the repeated nature of the exertion, each athlete must fully understand their
When time in the saddle is a sore topic
With the expertise gained from 15 years at the Absa Cape Epic, the Mediclinic Corporate Events team understand that conditions aren’t always favourable for those who spend long hours in
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A baby weighing 390g survived thanks to the expertise of Mediclinic’s highly qualified paediatric staff and specialists.
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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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Mediclinic trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout Southern Africa.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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Mediclinic supporting heroes across the field
The Absa Cape Epic is known as one of the toughest mountain bike races in the world – and this would be a challenge for any normal athlete. But when
Less Germs – More Glory!
Over the upcoming eight days of the 2019 Absa Cape Epic, the race’s reputation as one of the world’s most recognised extreme races will once again be put to the
A team 15 years in the making for the Absa Cape Epic
When the first Epic riders left the starting gate in 2004, Mediclinic event support consisted of three nurses and three doctors. With roughly 600 riders in the field, the team
Hand hygiene should be an Epic focus during the drought [infographic]
Completed over eight grueling days, the Absa Cape Epic is undoubtedly one of the world’s most recognised extreme races. With 650 teams participating, Mediclinic has taken into consideration the growing requirements for water in a resource stressed environment as well as the health threat this poses to riders.
Riders give insight to aid Epic preparations
As the official medical service provider for the Absa Cape Epic and many other world-class events, Mediclinic has expanded the health screening questionnaire that forms part of the race registration process. Race doctor Jann Killops provides insight as to why riders are being asked for a full race history before key events.
The odd couple at the Absa Cape Epic
The 2018 Absa Cape Epic will feature some of the world’s top adventure MTB racers. But one team stands out for the good they’re aiming to achieve: flying the flag for cycling as a way to uplift disadvantaged South Africans.
Rider Briefing [infographic]
Mediclinic would like to welcome you to the 2018 ABSA Cape Epic. Mediclinic has partnered as official medical partner with the race since its inception 15 years ago and once again the team look forward to being of assistance to you during this year’s event! We would also like to provide some insight into how we believe we can best combat the influences of the drought on the race.
Elmar Sprink – a rider with heart
Elmar Sprink is an amazing example of how the human body can face anything – when it is provided the necessary training and support. As a heart transplant recipient Elmar spent months waiting for a heart to become available, and when he was given the opportunity for a new lease on life, he grabbed it with both hands.
Mediclinic race support: ABSA Cape Epic Prologue
This year saw 1300 riders in the starting blocks of the 2017 Absa Cape Epic. Of those riders only 47 were medically treated for a number of different injuries.
Medical support at the 2017 Absa Cape Epic [infographic]
Mediclinic’s fully equipped race hospital and events team is on hand to offer medical support throughout the 2017 Absa Cape Epic. Here are some of the stats:
Be prepared on the 2017 Absa Cape Epic [infographic]
The much-anticipated Absa Cape Epic kicks off at Meerendal Wine Estate. Here’s how riders can make sure they’re prepared for any hiccups along their adrenaline-fuelled eight-day ride:
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