Understanding colonoscopy
Not sure what to expect when you go for a colonoscopy? A gastroenterologist explains everything you need to know. A colonoscopy is one of those health screenings you may have
Diarrhoea in children: when to worry
Stomach upsets can be anything from unpleasant to distressing – but when it’s your child experiencing diarrhoea or vomiting, it can have serious consequences.
What is a hernia? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Hernias happen for a variety of reasons. Are you next in line?
The ins and outs of scopes: the 6 scopes you need to have this year
Better known as scopes, endoscopies are vital tools in preventing, detecting and treating numerous diseases and injuries.
Together – Brandon Grant
Today, Brandon Grant is 18 months old – a happy, smiling, bouncing little boy. But for his first nine months, he lived in intensive care, fighting for his life.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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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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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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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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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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Mediclinic trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout 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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Gut reaction: How gut health affects your wellness
It isn’t just about digestion. Scientists refer to your gut as your second brain because it affects your overall physical and mental wellness too.
Are your gut bacteria making you sick? [infographic]
Your gut bacteria play a role in more bodily functions than you might imagine. How do you know if your gut – or microbiome – is making you sick? And what makes your microbiome healthy?
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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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 trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout Southern Africa.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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Our radio-translucent theatre beds enable X-rays to be taken on the spot, without having to move the patient or disturb the procedure.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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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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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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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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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3 Surprising ways you harmed your liver this summer
It’s not just excessive alcohol that can damage this vital organ. Lack of exercise, high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and a poor diet can put you at risk of developing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
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
Why is there an increased risk of food poisoning in summer?
Summer means sunny days and braais and picnics outdoors. But warmer days also bring an increased health risk posed by perishable foods that aren’t stored correctly.
Could you have hepatitis C and not know it?
If you had a blood transfusion before 1990, got a tattoo while travelling or share nail scissors with someone who has hepatitis C virus (HCV), you might be at risk of severe liver damage.
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