Asthma action plan
Manage your asthma effectively by avoiding triggers and following your personalised, daily asthma plan. “Asthma is a chronic disease that affects the lungs,” says Dr Nivesh Sewlall, a specialist physician
Tuberculosis: The Facts [INFOGRAPHIC]
The COVID-19 pandemic has reversed years of progress in tackling tuberculosis (TB) and for the first time in more than a decade, TB deaths have increased globally.
What to expect when having a Bronchoscopy [INFOGRAPHIC]
Your doctor might recommend a bronchoscopy if you have an issue with your lungs. We discuss what it is and what it entails.
THRIVE: Jeannie D is winning the fight against asthma
Actress. Model, TV and Radio Presenter – and Severe Asthmatic, Jeannie D is winning the fight against a debilitating chronic illness – asthma.
How climate worsens allergies – and what you can do
World Health Day occurs every year on 7 April. This year’s theme is “Protecting Health from Climate Change”. Dr Pieter de Waal, a paediatrician and allergologist at Mediclinic Bloemfontein, explains why we should care.
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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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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 triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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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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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in 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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Brave – Miss SA’s struggle with tuberculosis
Tamaryn Green was diagnosed with Tuberculosis in her third year at university. She went on to become Miss South Africa in 2018 and is leading the fight against TB.
TB: Everything you need to know [infographic]
Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of death in South Africa. And while statistics show that the mortality rate of tuberculosis has actually declined since 2009, the disease continues to remain a high burden on the country’s medical resources.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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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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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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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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Can you get epilepsy from a tapeworm?
Eating raw or undercooked pork is highly risky for your health, not only because of the likelihood of bacteria in the meat, but also for the chance of picking up tapeworm.
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) treatment can help premature babies avoid life-long lung problems
About half of preterm babies develop Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. We look at lung problems in pre-term babies as well as the current treatment modalities (options) available in South Africa.
Asthma: it can be controlled [infographic]
Do you know enough about asthma? Find out with this infographic.
Exercise and asthma
Exercise is a common trigger for asthma symptoms, but asthma shouldn’t be a reason to avoid exercise. Proper diagnosis and an effective treatment plan can help asthma sufferers enjoy the many benefits of appropriate exercise.
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