Health & Wellness
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THINKING OUT LOUD | Confessions of a childhood fart gun
One mother’s well-meaning eczema remedy turned her child into a walking toxic fart machine — a funny, honest column about flowers of sulphur.
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Poliovirus strains found in Cape Town wastewater tests
Health officials detected two polio virus strains in Cape Town wastewater during routine testing, but say there is no outbreak or human cases identified.
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WC nurses honoured for compassion and care on International Nurses’ Day
Today marks International Nurses’ Day, celebrated on the anniversary of modern nursing founder Florence Nightingale’s birthday.
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Health department warns of fake EMS training recruitment video
Western Cape Health warns of fake EMS recruitment video circulating on social media. Don’t pay fees – use official portal to verify and apply.
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Doctor calls for early autism support at community expo
Health professionals call for better teacher training and collaboration to support children with autism in schools and communities.
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Cape Flats YMCA launches safe spaces for youth
Cape Flats YMCA launches Teen Health Safe Spaces at Eastridge and Tafelsig, offering HIV testing, pregnancy screening, and youth health services.
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SPONSORED | Pharmacy of the week: Eikendal Pharmacy
Behind the counter of Eikendal Pharmacy is a team with a long-standing commitment to community healthcare and personal service.
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Tygerberg Hospital completes advanced internal bone transport reconstruction
This breakthrough highlights what is possible when clinical excellence and strong partnerships work together for patients.
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Postpartum incontinence of mother became a nationwide success story
What started as a mother of four’s personal journey to recovery from postpartum incontinence, has become a nationwide success story.
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Weekly walkers make Westridge Gardens come alive with pink
For four out of five days every week, Westridge Gardens gets spotted with pink.
