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Busamed’s Dr Sophie Nkoana discusses early signs, risk factors, and when to seek help this World Prematurity Day.
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November 15, 2024
Prematurity Awareness
Busamed’s Dr Sophie Nkoana discusses early signs, risk factors, and when to seek help this World Prematurity Day.
November 15, 2024
Empowering Global Health
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder, characterised by insulin resistance or insulin deficiency. Symptoms that a person can present with include polyuria, polydipsia, lethargy, recurrent infections and yeast infections.
November 8, 2024
Honouring the Vital Role of Radiography
Dr. Praniel Bennimahadeo talks to us about how X-rays help diagnose and heal this World Radiography Day.
October 29, 2024
Reducing the Risk of Stroke
As we observe World Stroke Day, it’s crucial to address the pressing issue of stroke in South Africa, where it ranks as one of the leading causes of mortality.
October 10, 2024
Why Bone Health Matters
Busamed’s Dr Ebrahim Hoosen dives into the importance of maintaining healthy bones and how to prevent degradation.
October 9, 2024
The Sweet Truth – The Impact of Sugar on Health
Busamed’s Dr Malekhetho Mohale shares more on the impact of sugar on health and tips for a balanced lifestyle.
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.