Staying healthy during your pregnancy
Welcoming a new addition to the family is exciting but also a little daunting. Parents are anxious to make sure
Neonatal jaundice, what is it and what happens if my baby is born with it?
Jaundice is a yellow discolouration of a baby’s eyes and skin and is fairly common in newborn babies. Although it
South Africans are stressed out: the hidden health impact of a strained economy
South Africans are living through another cycle of sustained economic pressure as rising fuel costs continue to filter through the
Smoking and pregnancy – should I quit
If you’re an avid smoker you’re probably wondering if being pregnant means you should wave your smoking habits goodbye. Unfortunately,
Symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) and to deal with it
Symphysis pubis dysfunction or SPD is pain in your pelvis, which is caused by the relaxing of ligaments in the
Living longer isn’t enough, it’s time to live better
Good news: South Africans are living longer. According to Statistics South Africa’s 2025 Mid-Year Population Estimates, life expectancy has climbed
What is HELLP?
Pregnancy and the arrival of a new baby is a time of great excitement and joy for expectant parents. However,
What your medical aid should be doing for you while travelling this Easter
With the Easter long weekend just around the corner, many South Africans are gearing up for family getaways, road trips
Closing the gap on eye care through early detection this World Optometry Week
Uneven access to optometry services in South Africa puts pressure on prevention, but collaboration and technology are helping shift the
TB awareness remains critical in South Africa’s ongoing fight against this persistent disease
Tuberculosis (TB) may feel like a disease of the past to many people, yet in South Africa it remains one
Why contraception should be treated like any other preventive health measure
While flu shots, pap smears and blood pressure checks are the preventative measures we more readily associate with preventive healthcare,
Bonitas celebrates record growth and broker excellence at 2026 Top Broker Awards
Bonitas Medical Fund hosted its annual Top Broker Awards last night, recognising the leading brokers, advisers and brokerages whose performance
‘Foot and mouth’ vs ‘hand, foot and mouth’ disease: What’s the difference?
Following South Africa’s declaration of foot and mouth disease as a national disaster in February 2026, there has been intensified
The silent risk of ignoring your health: Why annual screenings matter in 2026
Between the demands of work, taking care of a family and perhaps even trying to fit in some semblance of
Medical aid myth busting: The misunderstandings we’re leaving behind in 2026
From tracking steps and calories to getting the gains at the gym and taking care of mental and emotional wellness,
Bonitas Medical Fund revitalises future of healthcare in South Africa with new strategic partners on board
The healthcare industry has evolved significantly in the past decade with innovation, improved servicing and consolidation of medical schemes emerging.
Prioritising smarter healthcare decisions in 2026
For many South African families, January is a time to plan and budget for the year ahead and set smart
Mental health matters during the festive season: Let’s normalise getting help
As the year draws to a close, many South Africans brace themselves for a season packed with expectations. Social commitments
The role of medical aids in the long game of HIV eradication in SA
South Africa enters World Aids Day this year at a pivotal moment. While the country has made significant strides in
Why medical aids must go beyond medicine in managing diabetes
For millions of South Africans living with diabetes, the condition is a daily negotiation between lifestyle, access to care and
How to choose the right medical cover in 2026
As medical schemes unveil their 2026 product ranges, South Africans face a recurring challenge. Too many options, too much jargon
Don’t wait until it’s too late: Making mental health benefits work for you
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, a timely reminder of the importance of taking care of one’s health and wellbeing.
Helping your child grow and learn
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When’s the last time you had a Pap smear done?
By the time most women get around to booking a Pap smear, it’s often already overdue. Between work, family and
Don’t let Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) bring the blues this winter
As the colder months settle in, many of us brace ourselves for more than just runny noses and shorter days.
New Mommy Tips
Caring for Baby The following information is to be used as a guide to and at the discretion of the
Getting to grips with flu
Few common illnesses are more unpleasant than the flu. The aches, pains, chills, fever and cough are bad enough. Add
The lowdown on diabetes in children and teenagers
The diagnosis of type 1 diabetes in children can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning. Suddenly you and your child
Safe cribs and playpens to use when travelling
The following information is to be used as a guide to and at the discretion of the end-user and should
Don’t let the flu catch you – be informed and prepared
As autumn approaches, so does the flu season. Influenza, also known as ‘flu’, is an acute respiratory illness caused by
