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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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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Mediclinic trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout 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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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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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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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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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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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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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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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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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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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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Mediclinic Cape Town is accredited as a mother and baby friendly institution, having scored 100% at a recent external review.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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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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