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Rheumatoid Arthritis: A disease affecting all age groups
The age of onset can significantly influence the course of the disease, its symptoms, and the type of treatment required explains Busamed’s Dr Amritha Budhoo.
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October 4, 2024
Rheumatoid Arthritis: A disease affecting all age groups
The age of onset can significantly influence the course of the disease, its symptoms, and the type of treatment required explains Busamed’s Dr Amritha Budhoo.
September 27, 2024
The Start of Labour
Learn more about the start of labour from Busamed’s Sr Khumbuzile Hlatswayo, so you and your family are prepared.
September 26, 2024
The Vital Role of Pharmacists in Healthcare
This World Pharmacist Day, Busamed takes time to appreciate the invaluable role pharmacists play in our hospitals and the greater healthcare system in our country.
September 18, 2024
Women’s Health Tips for All Stages of Life
Women are the centre of the family and the home juggling careers, life and family responsibilities, and often neglect their health. Busamed’s Dr Thabo Liphapang encourages women to care for themselves so they can be at their best to give off their best.
September 6, 2024
The impact of over-the-counter meds on kidneys
The kidneys can be significantly affected by certain OTC medications.
August 22, 2024
When You Have a Sick Kid…
Busamed’s Dr Thomas Wessels shares insights on childhood symptoms you should pay attention to and what to do about them.
August 20, 2024
The Importance of Organ Donation
Organ donation can save many lives but it is up to us to educate ourselves on the process and the benefits. Busamed’s Prof. Andre Loubser speaks about the many aspects of organ donation.
August 13, 2024
Pay Attention to Your Body
Busamed’s Dr Anish Ambaram shares important information about common health conditions that are often overlooked but should not be.
August 1, 2024
Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease Awareness Week
Understanding the conditions and their differences is key in getting the correct treatment says Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr Dongo.
July 17, 2024
Understanding Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is a condition where the body’s immune system reacts to gluten and leads to damage of the small intestine. When an individual eats gluten, it triggers an immune response that damages the lining of the small intestine. If this continues, it makes it more difficult for the gut to absorb nutrients.
July 17, 2024
Understanding Arrhythmia
Arrhythmia is an abnormal heart rhythm, and can feel like the heart is racing or a brief pause. It can cause the heart rate to be too slow or too fast.
July 16, 2024
The Benefits of Early Screening for Common Health Conditions
Diabetes, cholesterol, and hypertension can all be detected early and controlled to give you the best possible quality of life.
July 1, 2024
200 Robotic Knee cases at Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital
Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital has reached a milestone in Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery with the completion of 200 surgeries performed by Orthopaedic Surgeons Dr Alex Kuhn and Dr Dimitri Dimitriou.
June 26, 2024
Men’s Health Month: Insights from a Urologist
Understanding common health conditions experienced by men could mean saving a life.
June 13, 2024
Understanding the Differences Between Viral and Bacterial Infections
With winter already around the corner and all types of “flu” on the rise, it is important to know the difference between bacterial and viral infections and how they should be treated.