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,
5 ways to a healthy pregnancy
Expecting a baby is one of the most exciting and bewildering times of your life. These steps help ensure you – and your unborn baby – stay healthy. Go for
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
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,
Breastfeeding is good for your baby – and for you! [INFOGRAPHIC]
Breast milk is best for a baby’s health, and breastfeeding is beneficial to moms.
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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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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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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 hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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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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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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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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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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First-class delivery
A new mom shares how Mediclinic Cape Town and the Mediclinic Baby programme made her journey from pregnancy to birth a stress-free experience to treasure.
Diarrhoea in children: when to worry
Stomach upsets can be anything from unpleasant to distressing – but when it’s your child experiencing diarrhoea or vomiting, it can have serious consequences.
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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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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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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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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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Trauma patients with a critically low temperature will often be wrapped in a space blanket to reduce heat loss.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Understanding Down syndrome [INFOGRAPHIC]
People with Down syndrome are born with an extra chromosome, which causes various mental and physical symptoms and effects. We explain more about this condition.
Should I see a fertility specialist? [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you’ve been trying to conceive for more than a year (or six months if you’re over age 35), it’s best to see a fertility specialist who can help determine why you’re having difficulty and offer possible treatment options.
Preemie twins on the mend
Having spent the first 373 days of their lives in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Mediclinic Panorama, the Malan twins are about to turn three.
Take care of your mental health
Untreated depression can lead to a poor quality of life and increases your risk of diabetes, heart attack and stroke.
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