Chemical dependency: how to treat it
Chemical dependency is a complex disease that changes lives forever – but help is possible. At Mediclinic Crescent Mental Health Services, a dedicated team helps patients find answers. Mediclinic Crescent
Treatment for thermal burns
Thermal burns occur when the skin comes in contact with a heat source, such as fire, hot liquids, or hot surfaces, and may require emergency treatment. “Depending on the severity
8 things to know about NIPT testing
What is non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)? Mediclinic Precise’s NIPT is a blood test performed during pregnancy that identifies whether your baby has a higher chance of having certain chromosomal conditions,
Kidney Health for All: Preparing for the Unexpected, Supporting the Vulnerable!
Dr Fikile Tsela, Nephrologist at Mediclinic Heart gives some insight into preparing yourself and your family for good kidney health – and the potential symptoms of kidney failure. 1. What
Concussion – when is it an emergency?
Feeling dazed after a head injury? A Mediclinic neuropsychologist explains what symptoms to watch out for – and when to seek emergency medical care after suffering a concussion. While some
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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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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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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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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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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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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First Women’s Wellness Clinic service in private practice at Mediclinic Panorama
Mediclinic Panorama is the first private hospital in Cape Town to offer a comprehensive wellness clinic to women. The European Thinking About Needs in Contraception (TANCO) study was conducted across
Could you have an STD?
Practicing safe sex is your best defence against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). As some STDs don’t cause symptoms, the only way to confirm your status is to get tested. As
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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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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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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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 found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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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 have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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Caring for the most vulnerable – celebrating World Prematurity Day
“Where does one begin on what makes your neonatal nurse special because they play a very important role in your family’s life? It is not easy to have your baby
Mediclinic’s private fixed fees: 5 things to know [INFOGRAPHIC]
Are you a private-paying patient? Mediclinic’s Fixed Fee offering lets you budget for a range of planned diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Mediclinic Recognises Antimicrobial Awareness Week
“Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a slow tsunami that threatens to undo a century of medical progress,” states Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO has declared that AMR is one of the top 10 global public health threats facing humanity.
The story behind 30 years of Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt
Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt is established and well recognised as a top quality medical facility in the Northern suburbs of Cape Town. The hospital is also proud of the pleasing modern
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