“I thought skin cancer was a white person’s disease”
When motivational speaker and actress Naniki Seboni ignored a small mole on her knee, she had no idea how serious the outcome would be.
Skin cancer: why spots may be worse than moles
A new study* shows that 70% of melanoma cases originate from new spots that appear on the skin, rather than moles that become irregular – and catching them early is your best chance of beating this fast-growing and life-threatening skin cancer.
Breaking down breast cancer
Breast cancer sufferers are avoiding unnecessary chemotherapy through transcriptional profiling that examines the genetic make-up of their cancer.
Could you skip chemo?
A new test is helping doctors understand the “personality” of breast cancer better – leading to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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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 found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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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 use the internationally recognised Oxford Vermont Network to keep our neonatal critical care units at the forefront of paediatric medicine.
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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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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Causes of lymphoedema related to cancer and how it’s treated
Lymphoedema is an incurable but manageable condition that causes swelling, usually in the arms or legs. It develops when the lymphatic system – the network of channels and glands in the body that helps fight infection and remove excess fluid – is disrupted.
What causes ovarian cancer?
Ovarian cancer, which affects women’s reproductive organs, is both difficult to diagnose and difficult to treat. Here’s what you need to know about it.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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Our expert breastfeeding advice is based on the principles of the United Nations Children’s Fund and the World Health Organisation.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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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 world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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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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Should you be screened for cervical cancer?
The cervix is a key component in menstruation and childbirth. Situated at the lower end of the uterus, it acts as a passageway to the vagina. And while changes in cervical cells over time are commonplace, some abnormalities can in fact be precursors to cancer.
What is HPV?
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common infections affecting sexually active people worldwide. And South Africa is no different.
‘I beat cervical cancer’
Women are constantly reminded to go for regular pap smears, but may feel uncomfortable going for their check-ups. Norma Kiego put hers off because the results always came back normal and she had only ever had one partner. Then one day she started bleeding heavily and fainted at work.
Back to work during cancer treatment
While cancer treatment is different for everyone, a Mediclinic oncologist gives general advice on how to cope with work during cancer treatment.
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