Beauty spot or cancer?
Is that mark on your skin just a mole or could it be a melanoma? We take a closer look at this potentially dangerous form of cancer.
Sun protection products: which are best?
Do you know which products offer the best sun protection? Mediclinic plastic surgeon, Dr Arnold Douglas, helps us compare the available options – sunsuits, swimming costumes, sunscreens and more.
How to manage atopic eczema
Atopic eczema is a genetic condition which causes a broken skin barrier and is further triggered by certain allergens. Here is expert advice on the symptoms, causes and how to treat it.
Oh no, acne! Here’s how to deal with it
Acne is a common and usually treatable skin condition that affects most people at some stage of life. Dermatologist Dr Dilshaad Asmal of Mediclinic Cape Town shares her advice for dealing with acne – and debunks some myths.
No hair, don’t care… or should you?
Our hair is such a big part of who we are that when it starts falling out, for some it can be a catastrophe. Dr Willie Visser, a dermatologist at Mediclinic Milnerton and head of dermatology at the University of Stellenbosch, says there’s hope for treating baldness if you start early enough.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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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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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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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Nurses can observe patients at all times as critical care units are designed like a beehive with the nurses’ station in the middle.
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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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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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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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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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Skin care during winter
A common misconception is that sun protection should only be used in summer. Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancers and anyone exposed to the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays is at risk – even in winter.
Fact or fiction: acne
Acne affects an estimated 9,4% of the global population. It is most common in teens, especially males, but can occur at any life stage. Mediclinic Cape Town dermatologist Dr Dilshaad
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Trauma patients with a critically low temperature will often be wrapped in a space blanket to reduce heat loss.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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To make the most of every second, we strive to synchronise all our clocks in the hospital.
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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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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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 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 hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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A scar is born
Scars are a part of life, and each one is a souvenir of your body’s adventures – but the science behind how scars form is a story all on its
How to treat a scar
Pretty much everybody has a scar somewhere on their body – and while some scars can be ugly, they can all be treated. ‘The skin is a fascinating organ with incredible ability to heal,’ says Dr Sian Hartshorne, a dermatologist at Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay. ‘Even scars can, over years, slowly improve until they almost disappear and become forgotten.’
Place in the sun
South Africa has the second-highest incidence of skin cancer in the world after Australia. This means that we’re all at risk of getting skin cancer. Here’s a look at your risk factors for getting skin cancer and what steps you can take to prevent it.
Understanding acne
No matter how old you are, the dreaded skin condition acne can affect you. Dr Matete Mathobela, dermatologist at Mediclinic Cape Gate, discusses acne and debunks some common myths.
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