Vitamin D deficiency: could you be at risk?
Many people living in sunny countries experience vitamin D deficiency. We look at why this is.
Breast-reduction surgery
Disproportionately large breasts can mean more than struggling to find clothes that fit: they can cause back and neck pain, make it difficult to take part in physical activities and have a detrimental effect on a woman’s self-image. If you’re considering breast-reduction surgery – a reduction mammaplasty – here’s what you need to know.
Breaking down breast cancer
Breast cancer sufferers are avoiding unnecessary chemotherapy through transcriptional profiling that examines the genetic make-up of their cancer.
Could you skip chemo?
A new test is helping doctors understand the “personality” of breast cancer better – leading to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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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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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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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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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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Could the pain in your pelvis affect your fertility?
Endometriosis – when the tissue that lines your womb is found elsewhere in your body – is a common gynaecologicial disorder that’s associated with fertility problems.
Is the morning-after pill bad for your health?
In most cases, no. But although it’s deemed safe, an emergency contraception pill shouldn’t be used in place of more sustainable contraceptive methods, experts say.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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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 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 Cape Town is accredited as a mother and baby friendly institution, having scored 100% at a recent external review.
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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 nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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What causes ovarian cancer?
Ovarian cancer, which affects women’s reproductive organs, is both difficult to diagnose and difficult to treat. Here’s what you need to know about it.
What health issue affects the most women? [video]
Heart disease causes more deaths in women than all cancers combined. So, this September, Mediclinic wants you to take one of our free blood pressure and cholesterol tests and #ShareTheHeart.
Should you be screened for cervical cancer?
The cervix is a key component in menstruation and childbirth. Situated at the lower end of the uterus, it acts as a passageway to the vagina. And while changes in cervical cells over time are commonplace, some abnormalities can in fact be precursors to cancer.
‘I beat cervical cancer’
Women are constantly reminded to go for regular pap smears, but may feel uncomfortable going for their check-ups. Norma Kiego put hers off because the results always came back normal and she had only ever had one partner. Then one day she started bleeding heavily and fainted at work.
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