What is Polio?• Polio is a life-threatening infection that affects the brain and spinal cord.• The poliovirus is transmitted by person-to-person spread mainly through the faecal-oral route and is caused by poor hand hygiene or contaminated water and food. Polio can also be spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes droplets into the air.•…
Breastfeeding is a vital process with far-reaching benefits for both mother and child. It provides tailored nutrition, with colostrum boosting the baby’s immune system. The antibodies in breast milk protect against infections and reduce the risk of allergies and chronic diseases later in life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, early initiation of…
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What is flu? Flu as commonly called is an upper airway infection with the influenza virus. There are several types and subtypes of flu viruses namely A, B, C, D. Type A & B are the commonest causes of seasonal flu. The difference between the common cold and flu The common cold is generally a…
More than 600 000 malaria deaths occur in Africa annually with majority being children under 5 years of age. The good news is that malaria is preventable and curable. With World Malaria Day approaching, Kiaat Private Hospital joins the global community in committing to prevent and control malaria. World Malaria Day 2023 Kiaat Private Hospital is…
Christmas is typical a time of joy, laughter and cheerfulness but it can also be a trying time for many. Feeling isolated, the fatigue and pressure brought on by additional expenses may act as a trigger for all kinds of existing mental health concerns. Here are 5 tips to maintain positive mental health at Christmas.…
A major life-saving surgery was facilitated by Pediatric Care Africa and included a team of doctors from Cape Town, Johannesburg and KwaZulu-Natal. A team of surgeons from across the country recently performed a life-saving surgery, the first of its kind in Mpumalanga, on a young boy in Kiaat Private Hospital on Friday September 9. Facilitated…
We’ve all heard that too much salt in the diet is bad for one’s health. Whilst salt may make your meal taste good, too much can lead to overworked organs, inflammation from fluid retention and serious diseases. Whilst one cannot avoid salt entirely, you can make smarter choices to control your sodium intake. Here are…
The Kiaat Private Hospital Vaccination Centre is now open as per the government rollout strategy. You may register on any of the following platforms: vaccine.enroll.health.gov.za – the National Electronic Vaccine Data System – EVDS 2. WhatsApp – “REGISTER’ to 060 012 3456 3. Via SMS – *134*832*IDNUMBER# 4. Covid-19 Hotline – 0800 029 999 An…
It is important to encourage and promote a healthy lifestyle in children and teenagers. As they get older, a healthy lifestyle will greatly benefit them. The importance of getting into a healthy lifestyle early in life cannot be over emphasised. We discuss why exercise is important to teenagers and what are some of the best…
For children and adolescents to experience anxiety is quite common. As a concerned parent, you do not want your child to suffer. At the same time, parents can exacerbate the child’s anxiety by trying to protect them. So how can you help your child cope with anxiety? How to identify anxiety in children It can…
South Africa has seen an increase of 20% in Tuberculosis (TB) cases over the last year. According to the 2020 World Health Organization (WHO) TB Report, 360 000 people fell ill with TB in South Africa. We take a closer look at what is TB and how to it can be prevented? WHO estimates a 20%…
How to effectively manage diabetes Managing diabetes can be challenging but when done properly, is well worth the effort. With the effective management of diabetes, you will be healthier and have more energy to do the things you love. However, the key to effective diabetes management lies in keeping your blood sugar levels as close…
Kiaat Private Hospital has joyfully joined the viral Jerusalema Dance Challenge after President Ramaphosa urged citizens this week to do the dance for Heritage Day – check out the video below:
After childbirth, a woman may be vulnerable to develop Post-Natal or Post-Partum Depression, more commonly known as baby blues. It is said that 10 – 30% of all new mothers develop baby blues. With so much going on, how do you know if you’re experiencing baby blues or simply adjusting to a new stage of…
During winter, one usually switches water for a steaming cup of coffee, is less likely to open office windows while the heater is on and tend to be less active at the office. Winter is also synonymous with contagious flu and colds being passed on from one staff member to another. Eventually, even staff members’…
Winter season can be troublesome particularly for senior citizens. This blog offers helpful tips for senior citizens to deal with the challenging parts of the winter months. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways senior citizens can stay healthy in winter season. Following some easy healthcare tips will enable them to enjoy the better parts of…
Kiaat Hospital’s first patient satisfied with service Lying on the bed, the patient, Mr Dean Alexander from White River, said he decided to go to the hospital because it was the closest on his way from home and he was in severe pain to drive further to other hospitals in town. October 8, 2014 MBOMBELA…
First time mother debuts Kiaat hospital births What doubled her joy was the fact that her first child,was also the first baby to be born at the newly opened Kiaat Hospital. October 27, 2014 MBOMBELA – First time mother,Ms Danisile Fakude, could not stop contain her joy after giving birth to her bundle of joy,…
Kiaat Private Hospital launches Patient Transport System At Kiaat Private Hospital we are focused on offering affordable healthcare and quality expertise to our community. A recent market research project was implemented with the assistance of local doctors to determine the transportation needs of our patients. This research gave insight into the hospitals location with…
Book your seat for one of our pregnancy wellness open days. The visit includes topic related guest speakers as well as a tour of our maternity ward. Great prizes to be won on the day. Please email your name, surname and date that you would like to attend to taryn@kiaathospital.com. Dates are indicated below. We…
According to the WHO, since their discovery, antibiotics have served as the cornerstone of modern medicine. However, the persistent overuse and misuse of antibiotics in human and animal health have encouraged the emergence and spread of antibiotic resistance, which occurs when microbes, such as bacteria, become resistant to the drugs used to treat them. Speak…
