How old are you really?
You may have noticed that people who exercise often, get plenty of sleep, and don’t smoke or drink generally look better, live longer and seem to have plenty of energy. Here’s some of the science behind this.
‘A suspected episode of lead poisoning left me temporarily paralysed’
After losing the use of her legs, a battery of tests, and chelation therapy that made her hair fall out, Lienkie Diedericks was finally declared free from lead poisoning. But what caused her condition? The answer, like the diagnosis, was not a simple one.
Breaking down breast cancer
Breast cancer sufferers are avoiding unnecessary chemotherapy through transcriptional profiling that examines the genetic make-up of their cancer.
Causes of lymphoedema related to cancer and how it’s treated
Lymphoedema is an incurable but manageable condition that causes swelling, usually in the arms or legs. It develops when the lymphatic system – the network of channels and glands in the body that helps fight infection and remove excess fluid – is disrupted.
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.
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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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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 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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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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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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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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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.
How does a stroke affect the brain?
Cases of ischemic strokes are a fairly common occurrence, particularly in people over the age of fifty. Here’s what you need to know.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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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 corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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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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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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‘I fell pregnant on my first round of IVF treatment’
Two Namibian women who had been trying to conceive for over five years sought help from Mediclinic Windhoek’s new IVF clinic. Both fell pregnant on the same day in June 2017 during their first round of IVF treatment, which also happened to be the clinic’s first round of treatments. They share their stories with us.
Beating leukaemia twice
Simone Van Kraayenburg had her whole life planned out at 20, and was well into her gap year in England when she was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). After her first stem cell transplant in 2010, she relapsed and then had to enter the uncharted waters of having a second unrelated stem cell transplant.
Heart-rate training: A guide to working out in the zone
Tracking your heart rate is one of the safest, most effective ways to look after your health and fitness (as long as it is done correctly or in some cases under medical supervision).
The low down on meningitis
Meningitis is an illness caused by the inflammation of the meninges, the three membranes that line the brain and spinal cord. The condition occurs when fluid surrounding the meninges becomes infected.
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