Help your child by understanding the different types of ADHD
It’s vital that parents know the difference between the three types of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and that they don’t jump to conclusions when it comes to their child’s behaviour. We help you learn more about this complex condition so you can make informed decisions.
What is a sleep phase shift and what does it mean for teenagers?
A neurologist at Mediclinic explains why certain people may only fall asleep at 2am and how morning light exposure can help.
Identifying Restless Leg Syndrome
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is most commonly associated with the urge to move during periods of inactivity. Neuropsychiatrist at Mediclinic Constantiaberg, Dr Irshaad Ebrahim, explains RLS and the toll it can have on sufferers.
The low down on meningitis
Meningitis is an illness caused by the inflammation of the meninges, the three membranes that line the brain and spinal cord. The condition occurs when fluid surrounding the meninges becomes infected.
Managing childhood ADHD at school
How do you know if your child has ADHD and how can you manage it at school?
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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 monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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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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Mediclinic Cape Town is accredited as a mother and baby friendly institution, having scored 100% at a recent external review.
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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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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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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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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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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 heads-up on headaches
We asked Dr Yaseen Yacoob, specialist neurologist at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg, about common causes and treatments of headaches – and how they’re classified.
Five things you didn’t know about epilepsy
Epilepsy is a multifaceted set of conditions and affects each patient differently. Here are five things you may not know about epilepsy.
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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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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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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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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 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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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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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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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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Concussions: don’t lose your head
Concussion is a very common, often under-diagnosed and previously misunderstood condition – and sport seems to be an important cause of it.
Look again – Transorbital surgery innovation
With a groundbreaking new technique, certain brain tumours can now be removed through the eye socket, radically speeding up recovery. These two women experienced it.
Ongoing medical research into multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis has perplexed medical experts for decades, but scientific breakthroughs using stem-cell treatment may mark the winds of change in the treatment of the disease, presenting what look to be more positive, potentially long-term results.
Migraines and when to seek help
Dr Zaheer Sacoor, a neurologist at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg, helps us understand the difference between a headache and a migraine, and when to seek medical help.
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