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Five Patients – A Look Into Medical History

A few years ago I read a book called "Five Patients - The Hospital Explained". It was written as a work of non-fiction by Michael Crichton, an author better known for his thrilling fictions like: Jurassic Park, The Lost World, The Andromeda Strain, Rising...

Exercise and Diet

I can’t believe the contrasting views and recent developments of late. There are so many renowned and prolific experts with different views. You would think that they would have it all figured out by now. Surely we live in an age where we can delve deep into the inner...

Don’t Step On a Bee Day!

There is no doubt that Bees are not only one of the most useful creatures on our planet, but also one of the most interesting. They have been around for millions of years, since the early Cretaceous period and they are found on every continent except Antarctica. There...

Winter in Cape Town?

The Cape winter has the locals running for cover – quite literally. Our annual quota of rainfall becomes due and the need turns into a “why now”? Yes, we all complain, but the truth of the matter is that, without the rain, the Cape wouldn’t enjoy the fine wines it...

The HACCP Approach To Food Safety

HACCP is a systematic preventive approach to food safety from biological, chemical, and physical hazards that may occur during production and which could cause the finished product to be unsafe. This method seeks to find unsafe practices based on science, rather than...

Enrol in an Emergency First Aid Training Course

Have you ever thought about doing First Aid training? What were your motivations behind the idea? Perhaps you thought that some First Aid training could be useful – just in case? Maybe you have been involved in an emergency situation before without having the proper...

Compliancy is Key – The Regulation First Aid Kit for your Workplace

Accidents happen every day and they can happen in your office environment too. Employees must have access to first aid response and care in order to minimize risk and injury. That is why it is critically important that every business, no matter how small, has...

Sunscreen and Sun Damage – Facts and Tips

Today is Sunscreen Day! Sunscreen defends the skin from damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays by forming a protective barrier – used properly, sun screen can help prevent skin cancer. Exposure to the sun also damages the skin and can worsen signs of ageing, so wearing sun...

Sunday 17th May – World Hypertension Day

I know many of you are wondering "What is Hypertension?" You know that you should know what it means, but you can't quite put your finger on it. Quite simply, Hypertension is High Blood Pressure. It's a chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the...

Happy International Nurses Day!

Florence Nightingale - who is considered to be the founder of modern nursing - was born into an upper-class British family on 12 May 1820 in Florence, Italy. Her parents named her after the city of her birth. Florence was also known as "The Lady with the Lamp" - a...

The Right Superfoods for Kids

As kids grow up they need a healthy balanced diet, not only to promote physical development and well-being, but also to aid and support brain functions, memory, and concentration. The brain absorbs nutrients from foods, just like any other part of a child's body....

The History of the Syringe

Syringes are pretty basic, standard items that are used daily in the medical industry. Their design is fairly simple and straightforward, and completely effective for their purpose. It's not a medical tool we think about too much, it's there, it gets used, and it's...

How Lifestyle Affects Which Wheelchair You Buy

Declining health conditions are not only physically difficult but can also affect the emotions and mind-set of the patient and of those around them. When people can no longer move around and are required to change how they interact with family and friends and what...

New Innovations in Medical Technology

Medical technology companies are focusing more than ever on products that deliver cheaper, faster, more efficient patient care. New innovations in medical technology and product advancements are taking place daily and will be of enormous benefit to overall health and...

The Different Uses of Medical Tape

We often see different kinds of medical tape included in First Aid Kits, but not everyone knows the difference between these tapes and what they are supposed to be used for. Let's look at the different types of Medical Tapes available: Micropore Paper Tape Paper Tape...

The Facts About Disposable Clothing Products

Disposable clothing and outerwear can be classed into two primary groups of function: personal protection and environmental safety. For Personal Protection an individual will use disposable clothing wear to protect himself or herself against a hazardous environment....

All About the Different Types of Bandages

Bandages are common items that can be found in every Pharmacy and First Aid Kit. But do you really know the difference between the different types of bandages and how to use them correctly and effectively? Here are some of the different types of Bandages available:...

Does Load Shedding Pose a Health Risk?

The short answer is Yes, absolutely! Load shedding has become part of daily life here in South Africa, and by all accounts, it looks like it could continue until well into April and perhaps even beyond. Though most people regard load shedding as an inconvenience to be...

The Reasons for Africa’s Medical Staff Crisis

In 2006, the World Health Organisation (WHO), published that Sub-Saharan Africa has 11% of the world’s population and 25% of the world’s burden of disease, but only 3% of the world's health workers and accounts for about 1% of global health expenditure. The current...

Surgical Medical Gloves – A Healthcare Revolution

Dr. William Stewart Halsted, surgeon-in-chief at Johns Hopkins University, is widely credited for the development and introduction of the first medical gloves in 1890. In an era when more patients died from bacterial infections than the illness which prompted initial...

Disposable Latex And Latex-Free Exam Gloves

A1 exam gloves are used daily by doctors, nurses and medical professionals all over South Africa. Designed for greater durability than other utility gloves, A1 examination gloves are water resistant and mould perfectly to hands for increase comfort. Disposable A1 exam...

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