January is a time for reflection for many. We assess our lives and often plan for improvement. Setting goals is really the only way to get anything done in your daily life as well as the bigger picture, but it\’s important that you set realistic goals for your mental health. In this blog, we explore […]
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“Screen time” is a rising health concern for modern children and teens, both when it comes to physical fitness, but much more dominantly mental health. Statistics show that depression and suicidal tendencies in children and teens have as much as doubled generation-to-generation. This increase has been clearly linked to more time than ever spent staring
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The festive season is on us and with that goes excesses. Excesses in demands on our minds, bodies and wallets. This time of year is especially hard on our bodies as we brave year-end functions, buffets and Christmas dinners. But what effect does all this overeating have on us and what can you do to
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Intermittent fasting has the health community buzzing. It claims to be a game-changer, but what does it involve? Intermittent fasting is simply an umbrella term for meal timing schedules that cycle between fasting and non-fasting over a given period. Intermittent fasting is not a diet as such, because it does not tell you what to
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It’s November, the month of Movember! Movember is an international annual event aimed to raise awareness for male-specific cancers. Many men neglect their annual checkups, so testicular cancer often goes undetected for a long period of time. Early diagnosis is vital for effective treatment. That’s why testicular cancer is singled out for international attention, so
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World Stroke Day occurs on 29 October 2020, and it is observed to underscore the serious nature and high rates of stroke. It is also there to raise awareness of the prevention and treatment of the condition and enable better care for survivors. On this day organisations around the world facilitate events that emphasise education,
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In order to beat the COVID-19 pandemic, many measures have been put in place to contain the spread. Worldwide, scientists and doctors have been working to develop a COVID-19 vaccine as a long-term solution. Vaccines are used to prevent disease and not cure them. A vaccine is a type of medicine that trains the body
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