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CONTENTS

6 Summer Tips

Here’s how to Summer-proof yourself with this 5 proged approach

8 Stay Hydrated

How to Stay Hydrated

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16 Benefits of donating Blood Choosing to be a blood donor could save a life – and improve yours.

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Here’s how to Summer-proof yourself with this 5 proged approach From real tips on how to protect your skin and eyes, to knowing what to eat, drink, and wear, here’s a look at how to stay cool as the season sizzles.

Pamper your skin It’s summertime and as the mercury rises, it’s time to apply generous amounts of sun block cream for effective protection from ultraviolet rays (UV), to help prevent premature aging and keeping a cool eye on hydration. Seasonal factors such as humidity and dust have an adverse impact on the skin, leaving it dry, irritable, and prone to acne breakouts and rashes.

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Unfortunately, the answer isn’t to pile on the cream - this just blocks pores and gives bacteria a warm, welcoming place to fester. The right routine becomes imperative, especially if you want that just-off­the-beach glow. Wondering how to go about it? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

Dr. Azita Ahmadi, American Board certified aesthetic skin specialist, with a fellowship from the American Academy of anti­aging, and proprietor of Serenity Aesthetic and Slimming Polyclinic, Dubai feels residents of UAE and other countries in the Middle East, need to be conscious of following a proper skin care routine, especially during the summers.

“Strong sun rays, both the UV rays A and B, have a damaging effect on the skin and during summers, one must minimize sun exposure which can trigger premature aging. Prolonged exposure can cause deep sunburn as well as malignant sunspots.

Wearing an effective sunblock cream is essential and in the peak of summers, I would recommend at least a SPF 50 cream which provides effective sun protection for up to two hours in a single application. The inorganic compounds in some good creams break up the UVA and UVB rays, preventing it from being absorbed by the skin:’

Here’s how you can protect your skin Dr. Ahmadi adds that following a proper skin care routine, especially during the summers, will preserve youthfulness and freshness.

Wash your face twice a day, for best results Choose a gentle, hypoallergenic cleanser or even one that is home­ made with natural, organic ingredients. Heat means more oil production, which can lead to acne. Choose one that works for your skin, by first identifying whether you have dry or oily or combination skin. If you have oily skin, it is prone to breakouts, try one with salicylic acid. But ensure that you don’t clean’ your face too often as this will strip it of essential oils and do more damage than good.

Toner is a friend: Use a gentle toner after your wash to close those pores, once again fighting the odds of a breakout.

Add a serum: With free radicals being part of our natural aging process, a serum that’s high on antioxidants can help you stem the free radicals and protect your skin. Try a water-based serum for skin that can get you hydrated without becoming oily.

Moisturize: It’s easy to forget to moisturize during summer but do so often with a light potion that won’t cause breakouts but will hydrate.

Don’t forget the SPF: Slather on sunscreen and reapply every two hours or so.

It doesn’t matter whether you are indoors

or outdoors, what matters is you have a healthy layer of protection against the sun’s harmful rays. Choose SPF 50 as dermatologists recommend.

Exfoliate: Once or twice a week. This will unclog your pores and keep you from breaking out. But don’t overdo it - exfoliating more than once or twice a week will dry skin out and cause it to crack. Similarly, don’t exfoliate if you have sunburn as this will damage the already hurting skin.

How to stay hydrated?

And while experts recommend 11 cups of water for women a day and 16 for men, this doesn’t mean overdoing it; we also get water from the foods and beverages we consume.

Looking for easy ways to get your 11 cups? Al Mahmoud suggests the following tips:

Hydration becomes a watchword every year as summer strikes - and for good reason. Consuming enough water is imperative to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly, explains a US-based Harvard University blog.

Nour Al Mahmoud, clinical dietician and nutritionist at Prime Health Care Group seconded that. She adds, “Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognitive alertness, and mood:’

Begin your day with a couple of cups of water: After a long night without water, this will replenish your reserves and wake you up better than coffee ever could.

Always keep a water bottle by your side: Nowhere is the adage ‘out of sight out of mind’ truer than when you are busy and don’t have a visual reminder to drink.

Use an alarm for a reminder to take a sip: It’s easy to get wrapped up in the day’s events and forget to take care of yourself. Set an alarm so you don’t forget.

Drink a glass of water before each meal: Often, the body signals hunger when we are thirsty - know your signals and drink a glass of water before starting your meal; it’ll keep you hydrated, and it’ll keep youfrom eating empty calories.

Try an infusion: Cucumber and mint, strawberries and other fruits make for a delicious way to up your water game.

Keep an eye on the color of your urine: Dark yellow means dehydrated. Ideally, urine should be colorless.

Say no to sugary drinks: Replace it with things like lemonade or buttermilk.

Eat fruits high in water content: think watermelon, oranges, grapes.

Set a daily goal: And see if you are up to the challenge.

Signs of dehydration If you observe any of the following signs, you may be suffering from dehydration.

• Feeling thirsty •

Muscle cramps

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A decrease in normal volume of urine

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Dark-colored urine

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Dry skin

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Feeling fatigue and lethargy.

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Fainting

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Confusion

How nutritive is your plate? craving a quick and easy snack.

Melon: With a host of Vitamin B, magnesium, potassium, and fiber, not to mention water content, melons are a sweet option.

Buttermilk: This cool drink with yoghurt will keep the heat at bay perfectly. It is also gut friendly, as it is rich in probiotics. Add roasted and powered cumin for extra flavor.

Skin reflects inner health, so what you eat and drink- is just as important as what you put on your face.

Leafy greens: Light on the stomach and high on nutrients, these make for the perfect summer food.

Frozen sugary treats litter supermarkets and proliferate advertisements on all media - but beware, this may do more harm than good Looking for a refreshing something to keep heat at bay while cooling you down?

Fahmida Jafri, dietician and head of nutrition, Thumbay Hospital, Ajman provides a list of nutrition rich summer foods to stay cool. ((Check out healthy alternatives that’ll cut out the extra calories while taking care of perfect nutrition;’ advises Jafri.

Lemon: Jazz up that glass of water with a squeeze of lemon.

Rich in vitamin C, this will not only boost your immunity but also help your skin glow.

Cucumber: Rich in water content and low in calories, cucumber makes for an excelling munchy, especially if you are

Yoghurt: Packed with probiotics and cooling impact, add a little yoghurt to your meal.

Mint: This herb has cooling properties. Besides, it tastes delicious.

Jafri adds, «It’s not just what you are eating, it’s also about how you are cooking it. Take advantage of the heat to change the way your meal is prepped. Choose raw, go for more salad, garnished with seeds and nuts which requires less stove work, grilling food and adding cool soups or cold dishes to the menu can help you not only save time, but also effort while making the spread more nutritious.

5 tips for healthy, summertime cooking: 1.

Plan ahead: This will save you time in the kitchen while also ensuring less waste.

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Keep it simple: No one wants a heavy meal on a warm summer day, a light easy-to-make one will suffice.

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Use your appliances: To chop or combine ingredients and give onepot or crackpot meals a try.

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Add salads and cold soups to your repertoire.

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Grill or air fry instead of trying to save on oil and heaviness.

Coconut water: Nutrient dense and filling, coconut water is a lovely replacement for a cold drink.

Chamomile: A cup of chamomile tea before bed can help you get a great night’s sleep, but it has so many other benefits as well - these include digestion, relieving anxiety and even soothing inflammation.

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Did you know?

Donating blood could save a life – and improve yours In January 2022, the Red Cross announced that it’s experiencing shortages of blood storage and donations on a scale not seen in a decade.

Donating blood saves lives.

Whether it’s for people injured in accidents, undergoing cancer treatments, battling blood diseases or a number of other reasons, these shortages are causing delays in critical blood transfusions that

A healthy adult can donate a pint of blood with no negative

After a blood donation, your body will replace 48 hours and replenish the blood lost within four to eight weeks.

According to the American Red Cross, someone in the U.S. is in need of a blood transfusion every two seconds.

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When donating blood, there is no risk of contracting blood-borne infections or diseases due to the sterilization procedures in place.

The donation experience Here’s what you can expect:

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Registration show an ID and read some required information.

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Health history and “mini physical” Either online or in a private interview, you’ll be asked some questions and receive a general well-being health check.

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For whole blood donation, the Red Cross sets forth these requirements:

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Donation The actual donation only takes about 10 minutes. You’ll be seated in a comfortable chair, and the attendant will draw a pint of blood from your arm.

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Eligibility requirements

Recovery drink and will need to stay put for about 15 minutes. This is to help prevent or address any dizziness or fatigue you may feel.

Your entire experience generally takes about an hour.

Donation frequency: Every 56 days, up to 6 times a year* You must be in good health and feeling well**

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You must be at least 17 years old in most states (some states allow 16-year-olds to donate with parental consent) You must weigh at least 110 pounds

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of donating blood Aside from saving lives, donating blood can have positive impacts on a healthy adult:

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Comes with a free blood analysis

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Believe it or not, each time you donate a pint of blood, your body can burn up to 650 calories.

When you donate, your blood is tested for things like HIV, hepatitis and syphilis. The lab can tell immediately if something’s not right and will notify you right away.

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Helps lower your risk of getting cancer and other diseases That’s because the iron stores in your body remain at a healthy level when donating.

A lower iron store level in our bodies is connected to a lower risk of developing cancer, hypertension, obesity and insulin resistance, among other diseases.

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Burns calories

Keep in mind that donating blood should never be a way to lose weight!

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Improves your emotional health Doing good for others has a positive

Types of blood donation 3

Improves heart health

Whole blood donation through your veins. It contains white cells, red cells and platelets, all suspended in plasma. This is the standard

iron stores in your body is that your risk of acute myocardial infarction (or heart attack) is reduced.

type of donation in a blood drive.

Power red donation Very similar to whole blood donation, except a machine is used that collects two units of red blood cells at once while returning the plasma and platelets back to your body.

Platelet donation

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Renews your blood supply After donating, your body will naturally

replenish the blood removed.

Platelets are cells in your blood that allow clotting and stop bleeding. diseases, especially cancer, because treatment often deplete those patients’ blood of platelets.

Within about four to 12 weeks, you will have a fresh supply of blood pumping through your veins.

AB Elite plasma donation

This can help your body stay healthy and

AB is not a very common blood type – only about 4% of the population has it. The plasma from AB-type blood can be given to patients of any blood type. This plasma is used to treat burn, trauma and cancer patients.

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HERBAL TEA HELPS PROMOTE FEELINGS OF WARMTH AND CALMNESS Sometimes it's the feeling that food or drinks induce, not their nutrients, that helps reduce stress. Drinking a warm cup of tea is one way to help make yourself feel calmer, says Sandra Meyerowitz, MPH, RD, an online nutrition coach and owner of Nutrition Works in Louisville, Kentucky.

Past research has suggested that holding and sipping a warm beverage increases feelings of interpersonal “warmth” and friendliness. There's a soothing effect of sipping a warm drink, regardless of the flavor — but certain herbs, like lavender and chamomile, have been shown to have a relaxing effect on their own, Meyerowitz says.

Figueroa agrees herbal tea is great for winding down but says green tea is perfectly fine when you need a small jolt of caffeine because it’s full of flavonoids, which studies show support brain health. They can help protect neurons against injury induced by neurotoxins, suppress neuroinflammation, and promote memory, learning, and cognitive function, according to previous research.

According to the Mayo Clinic, a cup of brewed green tea contains between 25 and 29 milligrams (mg) of caffeine versus black brewed coffee’s 95 to 165 mg per cup. Therefore, green tea can also be a preferable choice compared with coffee if you’re looking to chill out.

Flavonoids are a class of good-for-you plants and fungi also found in dark chocolate, citrus fruits, and wine. Despite green tea’s green light, Figueroa says to cut the caffeine in the afternoon to increase your chances of a good night’s rest.

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DARK CHOCOLATE OFFERS AN ANTIOXIDANT-RICH INDULGENCE Dark chocolate in the diet can reduce stress in two ways — via its chemical impact and its emotional impact. Chocolate feels like such an indulgence that it can be a real treat to simply savor a piece of it, and that feeling alone can help to reduce stress, says Meyerowitz.

Dark chocolate, which is rich in antioxidants, may also help reduce stress by lowering levels of stress hormones in the body, according to a study that followed participants who ate about 1.5 ounces (oz) per day for two weeks. But be sure to enjoy dark chocolate in moderation, advises Meyerowitz. That means you should aim to eat only one-fourth of a small dark chocolate bar (about 1 oz). Also, make sure the bar doesn’t contain an unnecessary surplus of added sugar, says Figueroa.

It’s also important to choose high-quality dark chocolate, she says. You may have heard about the “bean-to-bar” movement, which focuses on high-quality ingredients and in-house responsibility for every aspect of the chocolate making process. This “farm-to-table” approach ensures the bar is packed with pure components and no hidden additives or chemicals. Look on the label for two or three ingredients only, such as cacao beans, cane sugar, and cocoa butter.

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WHOLE GRAINS PROVIDE A MOOD-BOOSTING WAY TO CARBO-LOAD According to prior research, carbohydrates can temporarily increase levels of serotonin, a hormone that boosts mood and reduces stress. Once serotonin levels are increased, people under stress have better concentration and focus. Just make sure to choose healthy, unrefined carbohydrates, like sweet potatoes and whole grains, for better nutrition, and limit simple carbs, such as cookies, cake, and “white” foods, including white pasta and white bread.

Unrefined carbs cause a quick spike and crash of blood sugar, while complex carbs contain vitamins and minerals as well as fibre, and so take longer to digest and have less of an immediate impact on blood sugar, according to Harvard School of Public Health.

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foods, including whole rye, buckwheat, and brown rice, says Figueroa.

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Avocados are not only delicious mashed into guacamole or sliced and added to a salad — they also offer omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy essential acids are known to reduce stress and anxiety, boost concentration, and improve mood, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Meyerowitz emphasizes the importance of getting the right amount of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet for overall health — in addition to the benefit of helping reduce stress — which the federal government’s dietary guidelines define as 1.6 g of ALA (alpha-linolenic acid, a form of omega-3 fats) for adult men and 1.1 g of ALA for adult women.

The possible superpower of avocados goes beyond their omega-3 fatty acids.

They also consist of phytochemicals, fiber, and essential nutrients, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The survey, which was published in January 2013 in the Nutrition Journal, suggested that avocados have been linked to better diet quality and nutrient intake as well as a lower risk of metabolic syndrome, which is a group of conditions that include high blood pressure and obesity. It's important to note, however, that the survey only suggested an association, not a cause-and-effect relationship, between eating avocados and these improved health markers.

CAN BOOST YOUR HEART HEALTH WHILE 5 FISH FENDING OFF STRESS Fight stress and help prevent heart disease by adding seafood to your plate.

Fatty fish in particular are a great option because they’re heart-healthy, and their omega-3s may help ease depression because the nutrients easily interact with mood-related brain molecules, according to the Harvard Health Blog. Fatty fish include tuna, halibut, salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines, and lake trout, according to the American Heart Association.

Not a fish fan? There are other whole-food options, like seaweed, chia seeds, flaxseeds, walnuts, and fortified food, such as certain brands of eggs, milk, soy milk, and nut milk. You can also try omega-3 supplements in the form of fish oil, which can be found at your local drugstore or grocery store. The Harvard Health Blog noted they’re tied to a lower risk for heart disease and stroke.

Figueroa says fish oil is fine if you’re not eating a balanced diet that is rich in omega-3s and includes eating fish at least twice a week. But she cautions that it’s important to check with your doctor or registered dietitian before beginning a supplement routine, so you can figure out the best brand and dosage for your health goals.

MILK CAN HELP YOU GET A GOOD NIGHT’S 6 WARM SLEEP, AIDING STRESS MANAGEMENT Fight stress and help prevent heart disease by adding seafood to your plate.

Fatty fish in particular are a great option because they’re heart-healthy, and their omega-3s may help ease depression because the nutrients easily interact with mood-related brain molecules, according to the Harvard Health Blog. Fatty fish include tuna, halibut, salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines, and lake trout, according to the American Heart Association.

Not a fish fan? There are other whole-food options, like seaweed, chia seeds, flaxseeds, walnuts, and fortified food, such as certain brands of eggs, milk, soy milk, and nut milk. You can also try omega-3 supplements in the form of fish oil, which can be found at your local drugstore or grocery store. The Harvard Health Blog noted they’re tied to a lower risk for heart disease and stroke.

Figueroa says fish oil is fine if you’re not eating a balanced diet that is rich in omega-3s and includes eating fish at least twice a week. But she cautions that it’s important to check with your doctor or registered dietitian before beginning a supplement routine, so you can figure out the best brand and dosage for your health goals.

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We also offer an extensive range of braces, orthopaedic belts, orthopaedic appliances and prosthetic appliances.

N P MADIHLABA ORTHOTIST & PROSTHETIST Phone: +27 15 295 9261/’+27 73 742 9002 Email: info@orthoticspolokwane.co.za Website: www.orthoticspolokwane.co.za Address: 76A Dorp Street, Polokwane, 0699, South Africa About Us: Mr Madihlaba, Ntweng Polycapus, is a healthcare practitioner, specialising as a Orthotist & Prosthetist in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa. NP Madihlaba is an orthopaedic and prosthetic company serving patients in the field of manufacturing and supply of orthopaedic appliances.

We also offer an extensive range of braces, orthopaedic belts, orthopaedic appliances and prosthetic appliances.

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About Us: Services provided: Maternity ward, Male wards, Female wards, Paediatric ward, Day ward surgical, TheatreCasualty department, Tshepong crisis centre. National District Hospital is a provincial hospital in Bloemfontein, Free State. The hospital receives referrals from local clinics, private doctors, correctional services, SA Police, Southern Free State towns and Soft border towns.

Phone: +264 65 283 100 Email: chimenyag@oph.com.na Address: Erf 1602 Freedom Square Street, Ondangwa, Namibia About Us: Ondangwa private Hospital (OPH) is situated in Ondangwa which is 70km from the Angolan border with Namibia, and 750km from the country’s capital; Windhoek. The hospital provides comprehensive health care of the highest quality in Namibia and beyond.

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NATURES KISS HEALTH AND BEAUTY Phone: +27 11 486 1622 Email: roland.bernard@rocketmail.com Website: www.natureskiss.co.za Address: 21 Eridge Road, Forest Town, Johannesburg, South Africa About Us: Nature’s Kiss is a 100% natural product which is strong support for aches pains and bruises. Nature’s Kiss contains a carefully selected range of natural oils, chosen for their healing properties. Arnica oil, Calendula oil, Hypericum oil and Peppermint oil have been traditionally used in herbal practice to help soothe minor joint and muscle strains.

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Phone: +27 11 675 4447 Email: raymond@oen.co.za Website: www.oen.co.za Address: 35 Lima Street, Olivedale Office Park, Unit Gf, Paracon House, Olivedale, South Africa About Us: OEN Enterprises is the exclusive partner for Thermo Fisher Scientific – Radiation in Southern Africa. From routine monitoring and surveillance to emergency response situations, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s advanced, integrated radiation detection and radioactivity measurement instruments is able to mitigate the threat of radiation exposure. Our product portfolio of radiation detectors, radiation monitoring devices, and radiation measurement instruments provide comprehensive, real-time monitoring, early warning, and complete information in the palm of your hand, in the workplace, and in your neighborhood.

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TOGETHER The hospital started to operate in 1993, previously patients were seen in the clinics and referred to other hospitals which are far and in accessible.

Ganyesa District hospital is rendering level one package of services with Bed capacity of 60 bedded Hospital that serve Kagisano Molopo Local Municipality with the population of around 110 000.This hospital is accommodating inpatients in 4 wards that is General wards including (Female ward, Male ward)Paediatrics ward and Maternity ward .Kagisano Molopo is bordering with Kgalagadi District of the Republic of Botswana to the north (170KM), the Northern Cape Province to the south-west (50KM),Naledi to the south-east (50KM) and Ratlou to the east (70KM). People from the part of Ratlou Local and John Taole Gaetsewe District (NC) municipalities are also seen in this institution.

Ganyesa Hospital The vision of the institution is to be a Competitive Health Care Provider for Self-Reliant Communities through Collaboration with other Stakeholders in Kagisano Molopo Sub District.

Our mission is to render a comprehensive quality health care service that is accessible and equitable through implementation of Batho Pele and Patient’s Right Charter. There are 08 hospitals set Objective and each unit has developed its own vision, mission and objective that will contribute to our vision. In turn we are contribution to the strategic goal of the North West Province, Dr RSM district and National Department of Health guided by the Annual Performance plan.

Clinical patient care and emergency services are rendered for 24 hours, and non emergency cases operate from 07:30 - 16:00. Arrangement are made with unit supervisor if need arise to extend the service. Lunch time is 13:00 -14:00.

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Phone: +27 31 571 2800 Email: DSmit@pharmed.co.za Website: www.pharmed.co.za Address: 31 Imvubu Park Close, Riverhorse Valley,4051, Durban, South Africa VIEW ADVERT

About Us: As pharmaceutical wholesaler and distributor, Pharmed provides prescription (branded and generic) and homeopathic medicine, both patent and proprietary as well as surgical, dental and veterinary products to Independent Pharmacies, Corporate Pharmacies, Private hospitals, Dispensing Doctors and other Allied Healthcare Professionals.

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Phone: +27 11 954 1023 Email: nursing@rhbell.co.za Address: Cnr. Bell & Shannon Road, Noordheuwel, Krugersdorp, South Africa About Us: The 51-bed Rh Bell Clinic in Noordheuwel Krugersdorp is a dedicated voluntary mental health care facility specialising in the treatment of psychiatric disorders.

Treatment programmes have been developed to achieve optimal outcomes through the short-term treatment of mental healthcare users in a therapeutic environment conducive to recovery. By delivering clinical excellence in this facility, as well as through a dedication to well-being and quality of life, this facility aims to make a difference in the lives of those they care for and treat.

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MENTAL HEALTH Phone: +27 41 365 0502 Email: sharon@pemh.ogr.za Website: www.pemh.org.za Address: 21 William Street, Cotsworld, Port Elizabeth About Us: Port Elizabeth Mental Health is a professional service organisation. We have been operating since 1939.

We are a community driven organisation serving the needs of people with intellectual disability, psychiatric disability and their families as well as those people experiencing life crisis.

PHARMACY DISTRIBUTION Phone: +27 11 082 8400 Email: info@safarmex.co.za Website: www.safarmex.co.za Address: 85 Newton Road, Meadowdale, Germiston, 1614, Germiston, South Africa About Us: Safarmex is a wholesale distributor, Safarmex is independently owned and

RH FAUCHARD DAY HOSPITAL HOSPITAL Phone: +27 11 472 2940 Email: matron@fauchardclinic.co.za Address: 26 Jan Smuts Drive, Florida Park, Roodepoort, South Africa About Us: Ideally situated in Roodepoort on the West Rand, RH Fauchard Hospital is a 16-bed day hospital facility.

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National District Hospital Maternity ward, Male wards, Female wards, Pediatric ward, Day ward – surgical, Theatre Casualty department, Tshepong crisis center.

National District Hospital is a provincial hospital in Bloemfontein, Free State. The hospital receives referrals from local clinics, private doctors, correctional services, SA Police, Southern Free State towns and Soft border towns.

The hospital is located in Roth Avenue, Willows in Bloemfontein in the Free State. The nearest main road is the R706 to the East of the hospital. The suburb Willows is surrounded by Westdene, Hospital Park and Wilgehof.

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Phone: +27 21 959 9400 Email: info@sondor.co.za Website: www.sondor.co.za Address: 62 Junction Street, Parow Industria, Cape Town, South Africa About Us: Sondor is a local manufacturer and converter of closed cell polyethylene and EVA foams available in various densities, which is suitable for use in orthopaedics, orthotics & prosthetics and podiatry. Sondor has a highly versatile fabrication process for solving many applications with specialists available to assist with design, layout and choice of material. We are able to custom make routered and waterjet cut parts, as well as mass produced die-cut parts. We have a national footprint with converting facilities in most major centres.

SWALUKRANS HERBS AND ARTS HEALTHY & BEAUTY Phone: +27 57 217 1440/+27 82 562 9860 Email: swalukrans1@gmail.com Website: www.swalukrans.co.za Address: R73 Harmony Way, Virginia, South Africa About Us: We are situated in Virginia in the Free state, South Africa. We serve the local community as well as country wide.

We advertise on social media, facebook and our website. We post the medicines country wide. We make our own herbal medicines and ointments, as well as other natural medication and supplements that we buy from other wholesalers. The Swalukrans Health Shop is situated on the Swalukrans farm, in the Free state, from where the name . Swalukrans Herbs And Arts We also have an arts.

WARDEN PHARMACY PHARMACY Phone: +27 58 643 0070 Email: sikhosana.siphoabraham59@gmail.com Address: 37 Piet Retief Street, Warden, South Africa About Us: Best Pharmaceutical advice and consultancy.

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Phone: +27 11 988 6231 /+27 83 497 1860 Email: thulifakude57@gmail.com Address: 3222 Nonhlanhla Street, Dobsonville, Soweto, 1863, South Africa About Us: T & D Medical Health Services, is a Ambulance Services healthcare organisation, in Dobsonville, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa. We are dedicated to compassionate care, clinical excellence, quality service and a spirit of giving to those entrusted to our care.

TARGET PATHOLOGY LABORATORY EMERGENCY MEDICINES Phone: +27 11 493 1116 Email: cimirino.targetlab@gmail.com Website: www.targetlab.co.za Address: 17 Palmer Street, Booysens, Johannesburg, South Africa About Us: Target Pathology Laboratories is the trading arm of Dr P Atkinson and Partners (Practice No: 5202027). Target Laboratory strives for excellence and specializes in blood Testing, HIV testing, Haematology, Microbiology and much more.

THE CALLANETICS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA GENERAL PRACTIONER Phone: +27 11 795 3311/’+27 82 686 3535 Email: info@ctasa.org.za Website: www.ctasa.org.za Address: 4 Denne Street, Sundowner, Randburg, 2118, South Africa About Us: With the South African Callanetics Programme for body form and posture, you can mould your body within the boundaries set by nature. The basis is the anatomically correct use of the body. Through intensive activating of the pelvic floor, and the optimal lengthening of the body, the posture changes.

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Phone: +27 10 035 0238 Email: info@ububelemedical.co.za Website: www.ububelemedical.co.za Address: 9 Sim Road, Pomona, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa About Us: Ububele Medical (Pty) Ltd is an Independent Distributor of medical products in South Africa. We are also the nominated sole distributor for Welch Allyn products to the Netcare Group. The company has been trading since incorporation from 17 June 2015. We are classified as an QSE (Qualifying Small Enterprise) under the BBBEE Codes of Good Practice of May 2015 and are therefore awarded a Level 1 status.

Phone: ‘+27 11 717 9113 Email: anna.moloi@wits.ac.za Website: www.wits.ac.za/campushealth Address: No 1 Jan Smuts Avenue, Wits, South Africa About Us: The Campus Health & Wellness Centre (CHWC) offers a wide variety of health services to Wits students and staff members. Wits is committed to promoting health, wellness and safety around campus. We make sure your physical, mental and social needs are met. Faculty of Health Sciences Be part of a Faculty with an exceptional reputation for training .

VILLIERS PHARMACY PHARMACY Phone: +27 58 821 0771 Email: gsh@vodamail.co.za Website: www.villierspharmacy.co.za Address: Hoofstraat 25, Villiers, Free State, South Africa About Us: Small town Pharmacy with Excellent Service and Friendly staff.

VITAFOAM GENERAL PRACTIONER Phone: +27 11 248 9500 Email: loren.vanjaarsveldt@vitafoam.co.za Website: www.vitafoam.co.za Address: 9 Fulton Road, Industria West, Johannesburg, 2093, South Africa VIEW ADVERT

About Us: Vitafoam is the leading manufacturer of Flexible Polyurethane Foam Slab Stock within the SADC region and is the only SABS Certified Manufacture of these products.

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LISTINGS WHAT IF I INFECT MY BABY Gauteng, gave birth to her answered PRIORITY prayer, Cebolenkosi, on 15 of March 2021. Even as she gave the baby a name that means “God’s WITH THE COVID-19 WHEN idea,” a pregnancy during the pandemic tested her.

“I had just been fired from my job because the company I was working for closed down due to the coronavirus. I was also scared I FEED HIM?- MOTHERS because I knew that my pregnancy meant I was at high risk of contracting the virus and other diseases because my immune SHARE THEIR FEARS system was weaker. I couldn’t go out to restaurants or even have a Basetsana Moshoeshoe, a 23-year-old mother from Roodepoort in

Although the immune systems of children and infants are resilient against contracting the coronavirus, moms who are exposed to the virus on a daily basis fear transmitting it to their new-born babies through breastfeeding.

Doctors and experts agree that breast milk is the best source of nutrition for most infants. It also builds the baby’s immune system, protecting them against illness. However, the coronavirus has brought new fears for mothers and their new-borns.

SAFE TO BREASTFEED The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends that mothers with suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 should initiate and continue to breastfeed.

In a scientific brief the WHO said breastfeeding a new-born for the first six months of life and early and uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact are recommended as two of the most important factors for an infant to thrive.

MOTHERS CAN STILL BREASTFEED DURING COVID19.

A recent study by American Society for Microbiology looked at whether mother-to-infant transmission of COVID-19 is possible through breastfeeding. To conduct the study, the researcher analysed 37 milk sample from 18 women diagnosed with COVID-19. The results showed that no SARS-CoV-2 was detected but the antibodies were able to neutralise the virus detected.

This means that the research showed that breastfeeding mothers do not transfer the coronavirus through their milk.

maternity photoshoot. I stayed indoors and couldn’t be as excited as I should have been,” she said.

Moshoeshoe said that while she continues to breastfeed, she is practicing all the safety regulations to protect her and Cebolenkosi from the virus.

“We don’t just let anyone into our house and into our space because most people may not be as careful as I am and we don’t know who they interact with. I’m still very worried because the pandemic isn’t over and contracting the virus still means that I can infect my baby, especially while I am breastfeeding,” Moshoeshoe said.

Good hygiene practices like routinely disinfecting and cleaning surfaces and baby items such as bottles and breast pumps, washing hands frequently and wearing masks will limit the chances of infecting your baby or yourself, Affinity Health recommends. New moms who test positive for COVID-19, are advised to remain isolated with their babies at home for 14 days.

TIPS FOR MOTHERS During the initial vaccine trials, pregnant women were not included due to limited data on the safety of COVID-19 vaccines for expecting women. Recently, however, professionals in the American Journal of Obstetrics Gynaecology Health found that the vaccines should not pose a risk to pregnant women.

“Mothers who become infected while breastfeeding produces immune antibodies in their milk to protect their baby and improve the baby’s own immune system. This means that breastfeed is the best way to protect your baby from the virus,” said the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF).

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As the world adapts to the pandemic, the international NGO provided three tips for mothers breastfeeding during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Murray Hewlett, CEO of medical insurance company Affinity Health, adds that there is research evidence that shows that the virus is not found in breast milk, nor is it transmitted through breastmilk from a mother who is confirmed or suspected to have COVID-19 to her baby.

1. Continue to breastfeed while taking care with hygiene, including wearing a mask during feedings washing hands with soap before and after touching the baby, and wiping and disinfecting surfaces regularly.

2. Continue to breastfeed if you fall sick but take extra hygiene measures.

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