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
Has your stress become a mental health care emergency?
It’s impossible to avoid stress – but there’s a big difference between daily stress and a mental health care emergency. Here’s how to tell if you’ve crossed that line. What
Preparing your teen for adult decisions
Your Matric teen is currently grappling with major adult decisions. Here’s how to guide and support them. You may still think of them as your baby, but the Matric class
Do you have end-of-year burnout?
Suddenly feeling the weight of the year on your shoulders? A psychologist at Mediclinic Denmar Mental Health Services explains why end-of-year burnout and depression are so common and what to
Grieving for children lost too soon
Losing a baby during pregnancy or in infancy is a devastating and heart-breaking experience for parents and their families. As it is a subject that is often not spoken about,
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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 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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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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We use the internationally recognised Oxford Vermont Network to keep our neonatal critical care units at the forefront of paediatric medicine.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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Take care of your mental health
Mental illness doesn’t discriminate. No matter your age, class, race or gender, you can suffer serious mental health problems. One in four people worldwide will be affected by mental or
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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 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 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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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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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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 jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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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“My heart attack saved me”
When Byron Nichles lined up at the start of the Cape Town Cycle Tour, he didn’t expect his race to end in emergency evacuation – or that his entire life
Burnout or depression? A psychologist explains the difference
If you’ve been feeling low lately, you could be experiencing burnout – or you could be suffering from depression. A counselling psychologist explains how to get the help you need.
“Mediclinic Denmar Mental Health Services changed my life”
Kabelo Chabalala explains how seeking help with his mental health turned out to be a positive and life-altering decision.
How meditation benefits your mental health and physical health [INFOGRAPHIC]
Regular practice of meditation can help with symptoms of mental health disorders like depression and anxiety, while promoting healthy sleep and positive self-image.
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