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:
2017 Absa Cape Epic by the numbers [infographic]
The 2017 Absa Cape Epic in numbers, including stages, climbing and distance covered.
‘All I could think of was getting to the finish’
An abnormally high heart rate is dangerous no matter who you are. Elite mountain bike racer Jennie Stenerhag suffered an abnormal heart rhythm while competing in the 2016 Absa Cape Epic. This is her story.
‘The Mediclinic event team is the reason I’m still alive’
As Sean Hanekom approached the end of Stage 3 of the 2013 Absa Cape Epic, he felt a sharp pain on his arm. It was a bee sting, which for most riders would have been no more than a minor irritation. For Sean, however, it was something far more serious.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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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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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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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 Cape Town is accredited as a mother and baby friendly institution, having scored 100% at a recent external review.
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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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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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First Cape Town Cycle Tour checklist
Like someone once said, it’s not about the bike. (Not entirely, at least!) When you’re prepping for your first Cape Town Cycle Tour, you’ll have a long list of things to consider – from training to nutrition. Here’s your pre-race checklist.
Keeping you safe on the Cape Town Cycle Tour
As the official medical service provider for the Cape Town Cycle Tour, Mediclinic has expanded the health screening questionnaire that forms part of the race registration process. Race doctor Jann Killops answers questions about the questionnaire and explains what the information is used for.
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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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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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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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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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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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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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We found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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Mediclinic trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout Southern Africa.
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Mediclinic remains SA’s favourite healthcare brand
Brand South Africa and Brand Finance Africa recently announced the Top 50 Most Valued brands in South Africa and Mediclinic has once again been named as the top healthcare services provider.
Free health screening at Mediclinic during Heart and Stroke Awareness Month
In support of Heart and Stroke Awareness Month this September, Mediclinic is offering free screenings at their hospitals and encouraging patients to get a little more active.
Should you run when you’re sick?
If you’re not feeling well, should you continue to train or exercise? Many amateur athletes will be asking this question in the coming months, so we got answers from a Mediclinic GP.
Kick cramp to the curb
For athletes – and cyclists especially – muscle cramps can be the bane of your existence. Here are a few tricks and tips to reduce the risk of having your muscles seize up on you.
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