KOPANO MONAHENG Thousands of South Africans continue to face serious healthcare challenges, particularly families caring for children living with life-threatening illnesses. Every day, and in some cases every week, parents travel long distances to the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital in Gauteng to access specialised medical services that are not available in their provincial hospitals. Dr…
Just weeks after National Sex Day sparked conversations around the pleasure gap and sexual satisfaction, Leading Sexual Wellness brand Durex is continuing the dialogue with the launch of Mutual Climax, a new condom designed to support a more mutually satisfying intimate experience for couples. The launch comes at a time when South Africans are becoming…
As South Africa marks Men’s Health Awareness Month this June, Viatris in South Africa, a part of global healthcare company Viatris (Nasdaq: VTRS), is raising awareness of erectile dysfunction as an indicator of more serious health issues rather than one that is related only to sexual health. While conversations around men’s health often focus on…
By THABO MOTLHABI Men from all walks of life gathered at the Faith and Hope Foundation Green Zone Edu-Agri Hub in Garankuwa, Pretoria. The campaign was about to celebrate fatherhood, empower men, and strengthen their commitment to their families and communities. Organisations represented included: Heartlines South African Police Service (SAPS), Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs…
Living a healthy lifestyle has become a major focus for many people today. As awareness of physical and mental well-being grows, more people are choosing healthier habits such as eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and avoiding harmful substances.A simple way to express your thought is:“Living a healthy lifestyle is becoming…
Go Healthy with Taiwan 2026 Launches National Search for Health, Wellness and Technology Solutions Johannesburg, South Africa – South African innovators, entrepreneurs, universities, NGOs, healthcare professionals, researchers, sports scientists and community leaders are being invited to help shape the future of health through the launch of the Go Healthy with Taiwan 2026 campaign. Officially launched…
THABO MOTLHABI THERE was an excited buzz in the air, as a wave of blue and colourful signs marched across Westonaria, directed to the SID Itumeleng Special School’s Autism Awareness Fun-Walk event on 22 May, this year. And there was a large turnout in the early hours of the morning from the Westonaria community, its…
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is often considered and treated as just another non-communicable disease (NCD). However, it is a major underlying cause of several of the most serious and life-threatening conditions in South Africa. Each year in South Africa, hypertension is estimated to contribute to approximately 14,000 cases of ischaemic heart disease,…
Earlier this week, the world commemorated International Nurses Day in honour of the invaluable role nurses play in healthcare systems and communities across the globe. This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” shone a spotlight on the urgent need to support, invest in and empower nurses so they can continue delivering…
KOPANO MONAHENG IT doesn’t really matter whether you are rich or not, dignity and respect are values we all appreciate. Girls should really learn how to confidently address their peers, parents, and even their teachers on matters relating to their periods or menstrual health. As the world commemorated Menstrual Hygiene Day on 28 May, Ezimtoti…
