Viatris in South Africa, a part of Viatris (Nasdaq: VTRS), a global healthcare company today marks the start of spring in South Africa, and with it the beginning of allergy season. As warmer weather and rising pollen counts signal the arrival of spring, South Africans have been urged to identify that persistent allergy symptoms may…
Most of us have heard the advice… “eat less sugar”. But that advice becomes more complicated when we apply it to everyday life. What happens to the two teaspoons of sugar in your morning coffee? The sugar sprinkled over breakfast? The afternoon cup of tea? Or the sugar you routinely add when baking at home?For…
By KOPANO MONAHENG For Thato Ditshego, losing her mother was not simply losing a parent – it was losing her best friend, adviser and the person she could turn to when life became difficult. “When your mother is still alive, you have everything,” Ditshego said, reflecting on the special relationship she shared with her mother…
By KOPANO MONAHENGEvery year on 9 August, South Africa commemorates National Women’s Day, honouring the courage and resilience of the women who helped shape the country’s history. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the historic 1956 Women’s March, during which more than 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria in protest against…
But are South Africans making safe health choices? As economic uncertainty, geopolitical instability, climate change and rapid technological disruption continue to reshape daily life, health experts say self-care is evolving from a wellness trend into the tool to use to protect their physical and mental wellbeing. “We are carrying demanding careers, family responsibilities, financial pressure,…
By KOPANO MONAHENG Berocca is a popular dietary supplement that many people take every day to help support their overall well-being. But not everyone is aware of its potential health benefits. According to experts, many underestimate Berocca’s power as a brain food to keep you performing at your best throughout the day. Kelly Widdop, cluster…
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…
