Tuberculosis Awareness: Why Early Testing and Treatment Matter in South Africa

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of South Africa’s most serious public health challenges. Despite being preventable and treatable, TB continues to affect thousands of individuals and families every year. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), South Africa is among the countries with the highest TB burden globally. An estimated 280,000–300,000 new TB cases are reported…

Healthy Environment

 How Your Surroundings Affect Your Health 

Environmental Health Awareness Month highlights the often-overlooked link between our surroundings and long-term health. While medical care plays a vital role in wellbeing, the environments where we live, work and spend most of our time can significantly influence physical and mental health.  From air quality and water safety to household conditions and noise exposure, environmental…

Six ways to cut back on salt

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…