Have you checked out the scaffolding that carries you around? The perception that this is the “Little Old Lady’s Disease” is false. This “Silent Disease” affects approximately 2 million SA 50-plussers Initially, osteoporosis has no symptoms. It is often not diagnosed until after one has had a fracture. There are few warning signs, […]
Read MoreSymptoms, prevention, treatment – all a moving target. Time for Covid-19 to take a hike The first confirmed case of COVID-19 in South Africa appeared on 5 March, 2020. At that stage, infectious disease experts around the world were scrambling to discover more about how the virus spreads and how to treat infections. […]
Read MoreYour immune system may become less efficient with age, but you can most certainly bolster your immunity right now, by taking personal responsibility and being proactive about your health Your body’s ability to fight infection decreases as you age, leaving you more vulnerable to viruses, such as COVID-19 and the seasonal flu. But, […]
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Alarming increase in psychiatric and suicide claims in SA, reports Old Mutual 9 July 2020 – With July marking Mental Health Awareness month in South Africa, it serves as a timely call to drive more conversations about this important topic given the alarming increase in the number of people who claim for these often […]
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