Villages in Hammanskraal have been using brownish and slimy water for almost 20 years which at some point was contaminated with human faeces. The City of Tshwane has urged communities in Hammanskraal and surrounding areas not to use tap water for drinking purposes following a health outbreak. The Gauteng Department of Health confirmed that seven people […]

If taken correctly, at-home pregnancy test kits can detect pregnancy with 99 percent accuracy. Here’s how to ace it. For years, women had to guess whether they were pregnant, but things have changed from critical tests and ultrasounds to mini-test kits. However, at-home test kits have proven to be the most desired. But how accurate […]

The Gauteng Department of Health confirmed a Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal. Two children have died as the death toll increases. The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that the death toll due to the Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal has increased to 12. According to the department, lab results of stool specimens of 19 people who presented […]

A number of people who had the same symptoms were admitted at Jubilee Hospital in Hammanskraal. A Cholera outbreak has been confirmed. The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that the diarrhoeal outbreak in Hammanskraal is Cholera. According to the department, lab results of stool specimens of 19 people who presented at Jubilee District Hospital with […]

You can relieve back pain quickly and effectively by using these five home remedies. Back pain is a very common problem these days, which can be found in almost every adult and has become a serious threat. There are a number of reasons for back pain, including poor posture, muscle strain, herniated discs, and arthritis. […]

Hypertension or high blood pressure is referred to as the “silent killer” and is more common than many people realize. In observance of World Hypertension Day on Wednesday, the National Department of Health encouraged South Africans to get regular screenings for hypertension. The global campaign, observed every year on May 17, aims to raise awareness […]

Common behaviours that might be shown by those living with advanced dementia include agitation, anxiety and more. Today’s reporting about the alleged tasering of a 95-year-old woman living at the Yallambee Lodge aged care home in New South Wales has brought the issue of behaviours and psychological symptoms of dementia into sharp focus. Over half of those living […]

Health Minister, Dr Joe Phaahla, has called for vigilance and for the public not to panic as the country records two positive cases of diphtheria disease. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), a division of the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS), has alerted the department of two laboratory-confirmed cases of diphtheria disease that were […]

The prevailing notion of keeping mental health concerns concealed at work has permeated for years, with fear of discrimination. Whether you know about it or not, it’s likely someone you work with or manage has a mental illness. One in five Australians have experienced a mental illness in the last 12 months. Many people stay […]

The internet has really made things a lot easier to do with lifehacks – be it making the viral pasta you’ve been seeing on TikTok or assembling IKEA furniture, knowledge is nowadays, quite literally one click away. Here’s today’s life hack! Put this under your tongue before bed, you’ll thank me later The next life […]

  Registered NPO FoodForward SA (FFSA), launched its Mother and Child Nutrition Programme, this week in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. The child-centred food intervention will be implemented in collaboration with Philani Nutrition Centre and is aimed at addressing the growing problem of malnutrition, especially during the first 1,000 days of a child’s life, in food-insecure households. […]

Even though World Hypertension Day was celebrated on May 17 the Department of Health has urged South Africans to go for regular hypertension screenings, as high blood pressure is referred to as the “silent killer” because in most cases people may show no symptoms. On May 17, the global community commemorated World Hypertension Day, a […]

Menopause can also be accompanied by a range of physical changes too including loss of muscle mass and loss of bone density. Many women begin experiencing symptoms of the menopause around age 50. As hormones begin to fluctuate and change, women might start experiencing a range of symptoms, such as hot flushes, joint pain, low […]

A shocking video has emerged showing that an Eastern Cape hospital, more specifically the paediatric unit, is INFESTED with RATS. WATCH AS THIS EASTERN CAPE HOSPITAL IS INFESTED WITH RATS According to a report by The Daily Maverick, the doctors and nurses have raised their concerns over a rat infestation in the paediatric unit of Dora […]

Smoking has been a prevalent habit for many individuals around the world. However, the detrimental health effects of smoking are well-documented, and quitting this harmful habit is crucial for overall well-being. In this article, we will explore four compelling reasons why individuals should consider giving up smoking for good. ALSO READ: How music can be used as […]

Gauteng is one of the provinces that recorded most cases of mumps. The City of Tshwane has urged parents to monitor children. The City of Tshwane says it remains alert to the outbreak of mumps in Gauteng as approximately 95 cases have been recorded at primary healthcare clinics managed by the municipality. The National Institute […]

Natural herbs can help you quit smoking. They can reduce cravings, detoxify the body, and provide a healthy alternative to smoking. Smoking is a highly addictive habit that can lead to a range of health problems, including lung cancer, heart disease, and stroke. Despite the risks, quitting can be a challenging process. Many people turn to […]

Music is always available to us. Whether it’s a catchy melody that sticks in our brains or a sad ballad that brings us to tears. Music therapy is a strong intervention that may have a significant impact on our mental health. For starters, music can help us cope with stress. ALSO READ: AKA’s mother Lynn Forbes’ MMA […]

The new sports drink, Prime, has exploded in popularity in South Africa among children and teenagers in particular. MUST READ | Why you shouldn’t give your child Prime Hydration – Nutritionist Devon Da Costa from the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA), published an article digging deeper into just how healthy – or harmful – the drink is. The SSISA […]

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) says it has recorded an unexpected, sudden increase in mumps, which constitutes an outbreak. According to the public health institute, mumps is an acute viral infection caused by the rubulavirus, also known as the mumps virus. “It is sometimes called ‘infectious parotitis’, as it causes painful swelling of […]

International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on 12 May in memory of the birth of the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale. On International Day of the Nurse, we celebrate these heroes who put their own health and well-being on the line to care for their communities. Nurses in the City of Cape Town’s Health Department boast […]

South Africa is set to produce Anti-HIV injections at a drug company, Cipla in Benoni and Durban. ALSO READ: Health Forum recommends Covid boosters, especially people over 50 ANTI-HIV INJECTIONS TO BE MADE IN SA According to the Mail and Guardian, South African arm of the Indian drug company Cipla has confirmed that a generic version of […]

A primary school pupil allegedly had a “cardiac event” and had to have his stomach pumped as a result of drinking Prime energy drink. A pupil in the United Kingdom allegedly suffered a “cardiac episode’” after drinking a Prime Energy drink. According to the Daily Mail, the primary school wrote to parents warning them of […]

South Africa is currently experiencing a mumps outbreak, with an increase in the number of queries about clusters noted since February. South Africa is currently in the midst of a mumps outbreak, according to the National Institute for Communicable Disease (NICD). MUMPS CASES ON THE RISE SINCE FEBRUARY 2023 Mumps is a viral infection caused by the […]

Priscilla Tumira from Zimbabwe thinks she is eight months pregnant, but she has not had any prenatal health care. Without valid documents, Tumira says, staff at Jeppe and Hillbrow Clinics in Johannesburg refused her registration for prenatal care. Pregnant women who are immigrants are being turned away from some clinics in Gauteng, in spite of […]