The long run
He’s a conservationist, an adventurer and a motivational speaker. But Braam Malherbe is also living, walking – and running – proof of a patient’s power to heal himself. A decade
Oh so smooth
Combine good-for-you ingredients with great flavours for a welcome summertime treat. Coconut and granadilla smoothie Serves 2 11/2 cups coconut water 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced pulp of 4
More than a feeling
Depression is about so much more than feeling sad all the time. It’s a mental illness that affects your mood, body, thoughts and feelings.
His and hers
Husband and wife Graeme and Jeannie Comrie discovered breast cancer isn’t just a women’s disease – when they were both diagnosed with it on the same day.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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 have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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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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We found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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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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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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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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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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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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On the ball
Injuries and accidents can happen to anyone. But, as Springbok rugby star Siya Kolisi discovered, it helps to have company on your road to recovery.
The chefs’ kids are all right
Even some of SA’s top chefs find their children picking at their food at times. Luke Dale-Roberts, Andrea Burgener and Reuben Riffel share their tips on getting kids to follow a balanced diet.
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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 monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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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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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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 jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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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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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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Lasik eye surgery
Short-sighted or far-sighted and tired of wearing specs or contact lenses? Lasik surgery is the answer that thousands of people in South Africa are turning to – with great success.
Cystic fibrosis – what you need to know
Cystic fibrosis is one of the most serious – and seriously misunderstood – genetic conditions there is. But what is it, what’s it like living with it, and what are the chances of your child having it?
Hands up for hygiene!
How often do you wash your hands? Effective hand hygiene is a personal responsibility – and an important everyday way of protecting your own health and that of everyone you come into contact with.
Silver surfers
Social media has many benefits for the elderly, including increased cognitive capacity and an improved sense of self-competence and wellbeing. Here’s why senior citizens are getting tech savvy.
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