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Dealing with Postpartum Depression - plus ways to deal with…

  • July 1, 2020
  • Bonitas
As a new mom, the birth of your baby is a beautiful and exciting time, but there is a darker...
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Virtual medical consultations now available 24/7

  • June 15, 2020
  • Bonitas
Bonitas Medical Fund announces that its free* virtual medical consultations, available to all South Africans, not just members, are now...
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Vaccine against Streptococcus Pneumoniae

Vaccine against Streptococcus Pneumoniae

  • June 8, 2020
  • Bonitas
The World Health Organization (WHO) stresses that although pneumonia vaccines are not effective against COVID -19, vaccinations against respiratory illnesses...
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Coronavirus – should you still have a flu vaccine?

Coronavirus – should you still have a flu vaccine?

  • June 3, 2020
  • Bonitas
The flu season is officially underway and, while Coronavirus is bringing the world to a standstill, it is important to remember that...
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Making sense of the numbers - cases, co-morbidities and costs

Making sense of the numbers - cases, co-morbidities and costs

  • May 26, 2020
  • Bonitas
As the number of COVID-19 infections creeps closer to 20 000, both public and private healthcare is going to be...
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Supporting you through your pregnancy

Supporting you through your pregnancy

  • May 19, 2020
  • Bonitas
Bonitas Medical Fund believes that as an expecting mom your pregnancy should be a unique and joyful experience. Through targeted...
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Lifestyle diseases and Coronavirus

Lifestyle diseases and Coronavirus

  • May 12, 2020
  • Bonitas
As the number of Covid-19 infections moves over 10 000, the health minister Zweli Mkhize has expressed concern about the...
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Free virtual medical consultations for all South Africans

Free virtual medical consultations for all South Africans

  • April 15, 2020
  • Bonitas
Bonitas Medical Fund announced that it has extended its free virtual medical consultations to all South Africans. This facility includes...
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Free virtual medical consultations for all South Africans

Free virtual medical consultations for all South Africans

  • April 9, 2020
  • Bonitas
Bonitas Medical Fund announced that it has extended its free virtual medical consultations to all South Africans. This facility includes...
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Your child and headaches

Your child and headaches

  • March 31, 2020
  • Bonitas
Headaches aren’t just for adults, kids get them too. But if the sufferer is a child, the discomfort can put...
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Covid-19 Information for Moms-to-Be

Covid-19 Information for Moms-to-Be

  • March 24, 2020
  • Bonitas
What effect does Covid-19 have on pregnant woman? Pregnant women do not appear to be more severely unwell if they...
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Health at School

Health at School

  • March 19, 2020
  • Bonitas
The school year is in full swing and children are as busy as ever with all their activities and homework....
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Don’t misjudge generics

Don’t misjudge generics

  • March 13, 2020
  • Bonitas
Even though generic drugs have been around for more than half a century, many patients in South Africa are unreasonably...
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Beating heatstroke

Beating heatstroke

  • March 5, 2020
  • Bonitas
Bonitas Medical Fund offers some advice about heatstroke. What the symptoms are, how to avoid it and what to do...
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Your guide to a healthy pregnancy

Your guide to a healthy pregnancy

  • December 19, 2019
  • Bonitas
Looking after your health is important, but even more so when you are an expectant mom.  There are several steps...
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PUTTING YOUR KIDS ON A PATH TO GOOD NUTRITION

PUTTING YOUR KIDS ON A PATH TO GOOD NUTRITION

  • December 13, 2019
  • Bonitas
For many parents, nothing is as stressful as getting your kids to eat all the food on their plate, especially...
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Handling Childhood Illness Effectively

Handling Childhood Illness Effectively

  • December 10, 2019
  • Bonitas
Most parents know that during the course of raising a child you will have to deal with different bouts of...
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Don’t dread the dentist

Don’t dread the dentist

  • December 5, 2019
  • Bonitas
Most of us are scared of the dentist which means dental care can easily be overlooked but, taking good care...
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Asthma

Asthma

  • November 12, 2019
  • Bonitas
Asthma is one of the most common chronic illnesses, affecting over 339 million people worldwide.  According to the World Health...
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When you have a pain in the neck or back

When you have a pain in the neck or back

  • November 7, 2019
  • Bonitas
Back pain is a common problem – 80% of us will experience an episode at some point in our lives....
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Vegan – Is it healthier?

  • July 13, 2020
  • Paarl Dietitians
As popular campaigns like ‘Veganuary’ fuel New Year’s pledges to cut back on meat, MANY people has been asking my...
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Nutrient Enhancers: my kind of food additives!

  • July 13, 2020
  • Milas Meals
This is an excerpt from my book ‘Mila’s Meals: The Beginning & The Basics’ I’m talking about egg yolk, ghee,...
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Drinking while pregnant - what are the consequences

Drinking while pregnant - what are the consequences

  • July 7, 2020
  • Bonitas
Drinking during pregnancy is a huge NO, no matter what stage of pregnancy you are in. Alcohol causes harm to...
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Choosing the right humidifier for your child

Choosing the right humidifier for your child

  • July 6, 2020
  • OneAid
Now that winter is upon is, it’s a good idea to invest in a good humidifier if you don’t already...
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Why fiber is essential to every diet

Why fiber is essential to every diet

  • July 6, 2020
  • Happy Family Organics
Whether it was in an advert, through a doctor, via a pharmacist or in a book, by now you would...
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Dealing with Postpartum Depression - plus ways to deal with…

Dealing with Postpartum Depression - plus ways to deal with…

  • July 1, 2020
  • Bonitas
As a new mom, the birth of your baby is a beautiful and exciting time, but there is a darker...
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Lockdown Weight Gain

Lockdown Weight Gain

  • June 29, 2020
  • Paarl Dietitians
Since being back at the practice and seeing patients, we found that majority of people have gained 1-3kg during the...
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Delite Foods, the local guilt-free brand keeping your family healthy…

Delite Foods, the local guilt-free brand keeping your family healthy…

  • June 22, 2020
  • Delite Foods
You might have seen our Tantalize range in the sugar alternative and wellness aisles at major retailers but doubt that...
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Face masks in children: how safe are they?

Face masks in children: how safe are they?

  • June 22, 2020
  • OneAid
If you follow me on social media you would have noticed me going on a lot about face masks recently....
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Infertility: Don’t wait until it’s too late!

Infertility: Don’t wait until it’s too late!

  • June 19, 2020
  • Parenting Hub
Parenthood is undeniably one of the most universally desired goals in adulthood, and most people have life plans that include...
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Tasty heart healthy Braai recipes to try during the lockdown

Tasty heart healthy Braai recipes to try during the lockdown

  • June 19, 2020
  • Parenting Hub
During the COVID-19 outbreak, South Africans are encouraged to eat healthily to boost immunity and lower their risk of diseases...
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Virtual medical consultations now available 24/7

Virtual medical consultations now available 24/7

  • June 15, 2020
  • Bonitas
Bonitas Medical Fund announces that its free* virtual medical consultations, available to all South Africans, not just members, are now...
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Applying for a protection order against Domestic Abuse

Applying for a protection order against Domestic Abuse

  • June 12, 2020
  • STBB
It is not uncommon for people in South Africa to find themselves trapped in an abusive relationship. Children are often...
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Manage Teen Burnout: Try Resilience Coaching

Manage Teen Burnout: Try Resilience Coaching

  • June 9, 2020
  • I Walk Awake
At IWalkAwake we understand that most students are currently suffering burnout due to fragmentation, being overwhelmed, and too many distractions...
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What are superfoods and why do we need them?

What are superfoods and why do we need them?

  • June 8, 2020
  • Happy Family Organics
The term “superfood” is relatively new, but it has become extremely popular. “Superfoods” refer to foods that have exceptionally high...
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Vaccine against Streptococcus Pneumoniae

Vaccine against Streptococcus Pneumoniae

  • June 8, 2020
  • Bonitas
The World Health Organization (WHO) stresses that although pneumonia vaccines are not effective against COVID -19, vaccinations against respiratory illnesses...
Advice Column
Coronavirus – should you still have a flu vaccine?

Coronavirus – should you still have a flu vaccine?

  • June 3, 2020
  • Bonitas
The flu season is officially underway and, while Coronavirus is bringing the world to a standstill, it is important to remember that...
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Affordable, nutrient-dense dairy is the star of tighter food budgets

Affordable, nutrient-dense dairy is the star of tighter food budgets

  • June 1, 2020
  • Parenting Hub
As countries around the world, like South Africa, grapple with easing lock-downs and rebuilding economies, COVID-19 remains part of everyday...
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Making sense of the numbers - cases, co-morbidities and costs

Making sense of the numbers - cases, co-morbidities and costs

  • May 26, 2020
  • Bonitas
As the number of COVID-19 infections creeps closer to 20 000, both public and private healthcare is going to be...
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ARE ESSENTIAL OILS SAFE FOR CHILDREN?

ARE ESSENTIAL OILS SAFE FOR CHILDREN?

  • May 25, 2020
  • OneAid
South Africa has joined the new oil boom and you can now readily find doTERRA and Young Living essential oils...
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