Boost your adaptive immune system today
Did you know that your immune system comprises two parts: the innate system that you’re born with, and the adaptive immune system, which develops over time to protect you against
Achieve healthy weight loss in 2023
Forget crash diets and cutting out entire food groups; a Mediclinic dietitian can help you achieve your weight-loss goals and keep the extra kilos off once and for all. There
Why binge drinking is bad for you
Never mind the popular wisdom and urban legends; avoid the trap of binge drinking this festive season with expert info and advice. In the journal Alcohol Research, binge drinking is
Dehydration is a serious risk for the elderly
Did you know older people have a higher risk of developing dehydration? A Mediclinic specialist explains why it’s dangerous and how to keep your relatives safe this summer. Becoming dehydrated
Your guide to pre-, pro- and post-biotics [INFOGRAPHIC]
Prebiotics, probiotics & postbiotics are natural, health-promoting gut bacteria that have a symbiotic relationship with the human body.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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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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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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We found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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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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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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5 Health hacks to try today [INFOGRAPHIC]
Just because you’re pressed for time, doesn’t mean your health has to suffer. Here are some tips and tricks to make being healthy easier, from experts in physical and mental health.
Healthy weight, healthy you
Shedding kilograms makes you feel better both physically and mentally, promoting a healthier and happier lifestyle.
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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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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Mediclinic trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout Southern Africa.
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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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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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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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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 baby weighing 390g survived thanks to the expertise of Mediclinic’s highly qualified paediatric staff and specialists.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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New year, new you!
A new year often signifies a fresh start. Setting realistic health goals is the first step towards a happier you.
Why Vitamin D is essential to overall health [INFOGRAPHIC]
Responsible for increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium and phosphate, Vitamin D plays a vital role in your overall health and is essential for bone density, building your immune system and regulating cell growth, among other key biologic functions.
Alcohol: how much is too much? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Excessive alcohol consumption can have devastating consequences, especially over the festive season. While moderate drinking isn’t a cause for concern in most adults, here we look at the many ways
The science behind your pregnancy food cravings [infographic]
Food cravings in general are caused by the regions of the brain that are responsible for memory, pleasure, and reward. An imbalance of hormones, such as leptin and serotonin, can also cause food cravings.
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