Loneliness: More than a feeling
“Loneliness.” It's a word we hear often, but its impact is hugely underestimated because it is a feeling that most people desperately try to hide. Loneliness is not just about [...]
TB in the Workplace: Let’s Talk About It
World TB Day, observed annually on March 24th, serves as a reminder of the urgent need to eliminate tuberculosis (TB), a serious yet curable disease. To achieve this, collective action [...]
Invest in Your Vision: The Importance of Eye Care for a Healthy Life
World Glaucoma Week, held annually from March 9th to 15th, is a crucial global initiative to raise awareness about glaucoma, the leading cause of preventable blindness. This week serves as [...]
Improving Your Sleep: A Guide to Better Health and Wellbeing
Sleep is as essential to our wellbeing as food and water. Yet, in our fast-paced world, many of us skimp on sleep, often prioritising other commitments. But what most people [...]
Summer sun warning
AT LAST!!!!! Summer is here, bringing with it long, lazy outdoor days in the open and under the African sun. Having fun under the sun is awesome but please take [...]
Are you Avoiding getting your Prostate Checked?
This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, it’s important to address the discomfort many men feel about prostate screening. While some may avoid it due to embarrassment or fear, the reality is [...]
Debunking Diabetes: Myths, Facts, and what you really need to Know
Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing health challenges of our time, yet it remains covered in myths and misconceptions. As we observe Diabetes Month, it’s vital to clear up the [...]
Men’s Health Check-in
Men's health encompasses a broad range of issues, each requiring attention and proactive management. By raising awareness and encouraging regular health check-ups, healthy lifestyles, and open discussions about health, we [...]
Catch your breath – kicking the habit of smoking and vaping
As World No Tobacco Day approaches, a pressing issue captures our attention – the dramatic rise in e-cigarette usage among youth. While efforts have traditionally aimed at curbing tobacco consumption, [...]
‘Beating’ Heart Disease
Tips for controlling Hypertension and Cholesterol Looking after your heart is a priority for maintaining overall health and wellbeing, particularly when managing hypertension (high blood pressure) and cholesterol levels. These [...]
Confronting Tuberculosis
Myth: Only poor people get TB! Fact: Tb can affect anyone Myth: TB is not curable Fact: TB is treatable and curable with effective treatment and duration TB is only [...]
Changing the Face of Men’s Health
The Movember Movement In recent years, a distinctive sight has emerged during the month of November - men of all ages proudly growing moustaches, often accompanied by a sea of [...]