Locum Lifestyle, edition 8

LOCUM Official Publication of the National Association of Locums in South Africa

MOTORING NEW SUV’S

MEDICAL

Lifestyle

WEDDINGS

Make Your Dream Wedding A Reality

EDITION 8

2016

TUBERCULOSIS

TRAVEL DESTINATION INCREDIBLE INDIA

HEALTH | TRAVEL | MEDICAL | JOBS | FASHION | MOTORING

6 EDITOR • message 8 NALSA • president’s message 10 MOTORING • new suv’s 14 TARYN HARRIS • dream wedding plans 18 PHOTOGRAPHY • impressions of vietnam 22 WEDDING • top tips • make-up and shoe advice 32 TRAVEL • india - perfect travel • holiday tips • le franschoek hotel • gooderson fabz johannesburg • nylstroom safari lodge • richtersveld orange river camp 48 MEDICAL • Tuberculosis • healthy digestive tract 58 PROPERTY tips on house hunting 60 FASHION • chata romana make-over 62 CAREER CLASSIFIEDS • locum and permanent placements 4

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EDITOR’S MESSAGE

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n this issue our medical focus is on TB. The article was written

by Dr Ndiviwe Mphothulo, South Africa’s 2015 Rural Doctor of the Year. He has experienced first hand the devastating results this illness has had Francois Rossouw on South African society. As can be seen on the cover, we take a look at India as a Holiday destination. Other interesting destinations include, Limpopo, the Northern Cape and KZN. In our motoring section we have a look at new SUV’s on the market.

This being our annual wedding edition: we have several articles on the myriad of taskes that have to be completed to make that special day a success. Fashion covers a make-over by Chata Romano. Renowned photographer, Gunter Komnick, shares his impressions of Vietnam on page 18. We also have some tips on buying property on page 58 by Terance von Molendorff.

This will become a regular segment in the magazine.

Our career classified section in the back of the magazine features more permanent and locum placement opportunities.

For our first time readers, some basic information on our magazine. We are the official magazine of NALSA (National Association of Locums in South Africa). The magazine is bimonthly and available in both printed and digital format. The link to the digital version is available on www.locumlifestyle.co.za Should you wish to contact us or send us an article, email: editor@locumlifestyle.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

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EDITOR Francois Rossouw COPY: Kim Carels Aldo Cilliers DESIGNER: Mulbach Design J&T Style Graphics WEB MASTER: Andrew Johnson ADVERTISING & SALES Lemanja: lemanja@locumlifestylemagazine.co.za Bella: bella@locumlifestyle.co.za EDITORIAL: editor@locumlifestyle.co.za

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Do you have a personal indemnity insurance policy?

Do you fully understand the interpretation of the policy and its ramifications?

Professional services always carry an element of risk, especially in the increasingly litigious climate that is prevalent in South Africa. Regardless your area of practice in healthcare, the risk of making mistakes, compromising someone’s health, always exist.

In pharmacy, it is perceived that mistakes happen mostly in the dispensing functions, labelling medicines incorrectly, incorrect medicine dosage or the incorrect interpretation of prescriptions. Other activities carry risk as well, for example counter prescribing, running a clinic, advising patients and other healthcare personnel. Pharmacists who are not directly involved in patient care also encounter professional risk, including those in consultancies, education or manufacturing.

Many, pharmacists are of the misguided understanding that if the pharmacy is insured, the policy covers activities of other members, employees, locums and general liability in connection with the business of the pharmacy.

This is not always the case.

Rule 3.5 of the South African Pharmacy Council’s (SAPC) Rules relating to Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) was amended in 2008 to read: “Any person registered with the SAPC who performs one or more functions relating to the scope of practice of the category in which he or she is registered must be covered by his or her own indemnity insurance”.

It is therefor clear that, without exception, the pharmacist, the pharmacist intern, the pharmacist’s assistant and the pharmacy student must have personal indemnity cover. Compliance with the GPP rules is mandatory in terms of Section 35A(b)(ii) of the Pharmacy Act. GPP is no longer a guideline, it is a set of minimum standards required.

An apparent loophole in indemnity policies offered to pharmacists by insurance companies pertains to not honouring dispensing error claims has become a major concern for pharmacists. This failure to interpret the dispensing error in the “true spirit of insurance” thus unfortunately means that some indemnity policies may not be worth the paper it is written on.

Pharmacists need to clarify and understand exactly how the clause in their indemnity policies pertaining to dispensing errors are interpreted by their respective in-

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surance companies. It is speculated that the objective of the clause relating to dispensing errors was intentionally not included in some indemnity policies to make claims from professionals making an honest or genuine dispensing error, null-and-void. Furthermore, the standard or “reasonable person test” by which this dispensing error clause should be interpreted is that each person should be judged according to the way in which a reasonable person would behave under the same or similar circumstances.

However, it is worth understanding that the clause which deals with dispensing errors is included in indemnity policies to exclude claims from unethical pharmacists who are sued for wilful misconduct, e.g. giving patients harmful medication or potentially addictive substances without a prescription, or trying to profit from over-servicing or supplying products inappropriately.

It is also important to view a personal indemnity policy within the context of the SAPC’s disciplinary procedures, where fines are imposed on pharmacists who have made dispensing errors. After a complaint has been reviewed by the Committee for Preliminary Inquiry and a fine imposed, the pharmacist has a choice to either pay the fine or appear before the Committee of Informal Inquiry to explain the circumstances in which the error occurred.

Some insurance companies who offer indemnity policies are interpreting the payment of a fine as an admission of guilt and thereby a contravention of the indemnity policy. As a consequence, in such cases, companies have ruled that the fine has been paid because the pharmacist admits to unethical or unprofessional conduct, which means that the dispensing error is in contravention of the indemnity policy, and the company therefore cannot honour the financial liability of such a claim being made against the pharmacist. Under these circumstances, the indemnity policy incorrectly does not cover pharmacists for unintentional errors.

This unfortunate interpretation by some insurers is possibly going to bring into question the willingness of pharmacists to pay admission-of-guilt fines to the SAPC for honest and genuine dispensing errors in the future.

For these reasons NALSA has chosen to emphasise the need for healthcare staff to ensure that they have adequate indemnity insurance in place and fully understand it.

As the saying goes “Prevention is better than cure”

MOTORING

New Land Rover Discover SUV

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o what does SUV stand for? Well is stands for sport utility vehicle. Well, one thing is for sure, the new suv’s on the market are much more than just utility vehicles. Those days have come and gone.

The new Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact suv that replaces the Freelander.

This is really a compact vehicle when taking into account what it has to offer in seating space.

It is smaller than its immediate rivals like the Audi Q5.

The flexible seating options are great.

The new Discovery Sport is a 7-seater. The rear suspension layout has been redesigned to free up space at the back of the car, while the engine is now transversely mounted to free up room at the front.

The third row can only seat children, but when you want to free up space for luggage, both the second and third rows can be split folded individually for

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cargo carrying.

The interior: The interiors have styling to match the exterior. The Discovery definitely feels like it can wear the green Land Rover badge with as much pride as the rest of them. There are three primary colour schemes available; all-black, and a couple of two-tones black/beige and black/tan.

Engine and gearbox choices: On offer are two engines, both 2.2-litre inline-4 diesels, but differing out – one of them offers 400Nm of torque while the other one does 420Nm. Both have a 9-speed ZF automatic transmission which has already proven itself highly potent on the Range Rover Evoque.

Four-wheel drive system: Land Rover’s Terrain Response system is one of the best and now it’s available on this new car. It’s a fully automated system where the driver just needs to tell the car what sort of surface he or she will be driving on and the four-wheel torque split, throttle response and gear change programme electronically cope with the terrain.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Hellcat V8, 6.2L powerhouse

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eep CEO Michael Manley says the longspeculated Hellcat-powered Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Trackhawk will arrive in 2017.

The journalist Brian Makse interviewed Manley at the 2016 Detroit auto show. Manley

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responded: “Not only can I put a Hellcat motor in [a Grand Cherokee] for you, I’m going to bring that to market by the end of 2017.”

Powertrain: It would have been a good guess that the

MOTORING supercharged Hellcat V-8 would find its way into a few more engine compartments. Paired with four-wheel drive, the 6.2-liter’s 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque could help the Grand Cherokee get some real speed. Base 475-hp Trackhawk models will come with the naturally aspirated 6.4-liter V-8 that is used in today’s Grand Cherokee SRT. The Grand Cherokee shares its skeletal makeup

with the Mercedes-Benz M-class.

Performance figures sounds unbelievable.

With 700 horsepower from the supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 and all-wheel drive, the Grand Cherokee Trackhawk can supposedly do 0-100 km/h in just 2.7 seconds. The Trackhawk model will loose a rumoured 250 kilograms by using a aluminium suspension, two-piece brake rotors, and more.

6 Steps to Make Your Dream Wedding A Reality When Mike and I got engaged at Railay Bay in Thailand in October 2014 (Out-of-thisworld engagement in a magical place and a story for another time), the next question was, “What kind of a wedding do we want to experience?”

This is a big question. Do you save for a massive party for one day? Keep it small and intimate? Rather use the money to put down a deposit on a home or travel for a few months? Yes, investing money in property might have been more rational... but, the experience we envisioned would be a priceless memory infused with our essence and an excuse to make time for what really matters.

The result, our best day ever.

1. Set a Clear Intention: LOVE CELEBRATION

After a lot of soul-searching and conversation, we decided that we wanted to create a LOVE CELEBRATION to celebrate our coming together and to honour the people in our lives who have been part of our journey. We wanted everyone who joined us to have a visceral experience of what we valued and to communicate our deep appreciation for life, love and radical, real relationships. Our desire was to give our guests an opportunity to take a holiday and time out for themselves. We wanted our wedding to be the excuse for a bunch of amazing people to get together, have fun and experience a connection to themselves and each other. To come to a raw, wholesome place to rejuvenate and unplug from the hustle and bustle. To create a relaxed space that they could come to as they were with no expectations. What do you want to convey that

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reflects what is authentic to you as a couple?

What is your definition of fun?

2. Guiding Agreement: DROP THE DRAMA

Getting married is a big deal. There is a lot to organise and there are a whole lot of unconscious beliefs and feelings around marriage and what that means tor you that will come to the surface. These issues will require attention and will have to be worked through. It’s important to give these matters of the heart attention so that you may wrap your head around these issues. I never thought I would get married. I was never one of the girls who looked at diamond rings, wedding dresses or imagined my wedding day.

The words “wife” and “bride” were concepts I needed to figure out. Due to the well-meaning opinions and expectations of all involved with a wedding, drama, ego and competitiveness can

sneak in. We didn’t want this at all. We came up with our mutually guiding agreement of “a sense of ease” to keep us on track and to ensure we got the wedding (during the planning phase and the actual day) that we wanted drama free. This sense of ease would guide all our decisions, and if drama was evident and ease was not present we’d change the way we were engaging with it and choose the way of least resistance. It was also good to remind ourselves that all we actually needed for the wedding to happen was each other showing up on the day. So what will your couple guiding agreement be to ensure you get to experience the wedding you want and to help you not get caught up by external stuff that is not your issues?

3. Manage Expectations: COMMUNICATE THE VIBE

You want your guests to be relaxed and have an idea of what to expect. This will help them arrive in the right mood with the desired mind-set so that they can act accordingly and enjoy themselves. The dress code which was “shoes are optional” for “Love Celebration Day Party” gave them a clue to the expectation, vibe and also left space for the surprise element too. We choose to have a destination wedding and extended the “love celebration” over 6 days. All our communication was electronic. We set up a wedding website that had EVERYTHING our guests needed to know on it. Basic info such as dates, activities in the ar-

eas, time of ceremony and reception, travel info, maps and accommodation. We also updated the website as our plans materialised or when things changed.

Tip: Pictures speak a thousand words and are instantly understood.

Images communicate a message a lot more effectively than copy.

We also set up a private facebook page where we shared website updates and images and which also allowed guests to talk to one another about car pooling, accommodation, etc.

Two weeks before the wedding we created a WhatsApp group for last minute updates and to keep us all in communication at the destination.

The benefits were less admin (every time someone asks for clarity or info, direct them to the facebook page or website) and it kept the excitement levels up and everyone gets involved.

4. Make the Circle Bigger: AN OPEN INVITATION

We didn’t want any of our guests to have tasks assigned by us that would create stress or a sense of obligation. We wanted people to get involved if they chose to and if they were able to – no pressure. (Life sometimes gets in the way, and sometimes those who want to be involved can’t and have no capacity at that moment). We each had our brothers as our best men – no groomsmen or bridesmaids. Why? Well for us, we couldn’t choose. EVERYONE in our life played a part in shaping who we were – and the sense of “unease” we experienced trying to decide who to honour “more” didn’t sit well with us.

So, we put out open invitations for what we would like to happen and what roles and tasks were up for grabs – the results were astounding and drama-free. We both had incredible hen and stag parties arranged by friends and family

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who stepped in to organise. Professional photographers capturing moments were arranged amongst friends. Some of my girlfriends took me wedding dress shopping with bubbles and sisterhood to help me integrate the bride and wife concepts. My brother insured I got a dress that reflected me and made sure I didn’t feel like an imposter. A friend from Dubai conducted the sacred ceremony, another read a poem that moved all who were present, and another friend put his hand up for the job of MC. My foodie friend and yumminess connoisseur made us our own signature flavours of homemade ice-cream for desert. My 88-year old rocking granny made over 60 pairs of crafted crocheted “no-shoes” as gifts for the girls attending the bachelorette party. Friends drove the shuttles that transported guests. These are only some of the examples of how people got involved when we just put it out there. It was beyond perfect. Human beings are self-organising. Give them a vision and direction and they will come up with their own way to be part of creating the solution.

5. Create the Experience: KNOW YOUR TRIBE

This was not a surface “theme” – but everything – from the décor, music, gifting, food and “vibe” reflected this intention and brought it to life. We wanted guests to feel nourished and to celebrate every aspect of life and love. The food was delicious, easy and wholesome, cocktails fresh and flowing craft beer. The wine we chose from our favourite wine farm (Moreson) and the cheeky Miss Molly range to add to the theme with names like “In My Bed Red” and “Kitchen Thief”. No one went hungry. We catered for the vegans as well as meat lovers. Every guest

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had their own hand-painted DIY jam jar with their names on them and a handwritten love note from either Mike or myself expressing our gratitude to them and for what they mean to us.

We had lawn games and epic DJ’ s playing to the crowd, who had something that got every guest moving. (Proof: wedding started at 11 am. At midnight we were still dancing and didn’t want to stop) The overwhelming feedback from our love posse attending was that the relaxed, inclusive, 100% real vibe, the personal touches and how much we emotionally invested into each element of that day conveyed such attention and a quality of care that was invaluable. So, what kind of an experience do you want to create?

What feeling do you want to infuse the day with and have the guests leave with? (Remember, the day is about you two, and you can only control how you feel – the guests are adults and it’s up to them to “come to the party”)

6. Make space for the unexpected: ALLOW FOR MAGIC!

Bridezilla is something that does exist as well as that Control Freak person. Neither of them are pretty. And both of them can stop you from allowing outside support in and creativity to blossom due to your tight grip around what you think has to happen for it to be perfect. Sure, it is your day and it is important to be clear on what you would like and what is important to you. But realise that no matter how much you would like to, you can’t control everything. If you are distracted by the “details”, you run the risk of missing the day and the true joy of the celebration. The simple act of being clear about who we are and what we wanted to create, and then handing it over to let it unfold organically

created absolute magic. All we did was create a few pintrest boards and have a few skype conversations to chat about what we had in mind and the energy we wanted to bring to the day.

We kept the channels of communication open and we showed up as completely relaxed so that those who were dealing with us didn’t have anxiety around working with us. We were open to their suggestions and ideas and also trusted our gut. We put a rough blueprint together, order of events, shared it with those who were involved and tada..it was as though we had provided the canvas and those who were involved in the process – from the photographers, wedding coordinator, staff, friends, family – created a masterpiece beyond our wildest dreams as they got to bring their own flavour to the day. Our clear vision also allowed us to be flexible when plans changed. For example, on our wedding day it was quit windy – so planned beach ceremony was no longer an option. So we had a lawn wedding – same energy and feel but on the grass, over-looking ocean and sheltered. Perfect. Our “loose” form gave our guests the freedom to also come up with their own surprise contributions – like the above flash mob wedding blessing dance that they’d all practiced for the wedding.

+ ADDED ADVICE: MINI-MOON OR HONEYMOON MUST

There is a growing trend today to put off the honeymoon due to peoples busy lifestyles. My advice is to take a mini-moon right after the wedding. Even if it’s only two days and take the “proper” honeymoon later. There is so much that happens at your wedding. A soul contract. A

day full of love and a whirlwind of surreal emotions. Take at least two days after to let it sink in.

Reflect on the precious moments you witnessed and shared, what you felt, what you are grateful for. Rest and integrate. Share stories. Allow for experience to settle into your bones so that the juice of LOVE can permeate into your blood as a reminder of life’s power and magnificence – and to keep you strong during the challenging times.

Photos by Full Circle Photography www.fullcirclephoto.co.za Wedding Details: Destination for wedding, Cintsa East, Wild Coast.

Ceremony at Crawfords Beach Lodge. Reception and Wedding Co-ordinator, The C-Club. DJs from East London, Lazy Days.

Taryn Harris is an Executive Coach, Business, Brand & Human Capital Activator, Life designer, Speaker, and Creator of the IN-BODY Programmes. www.tarynharris.com Taryn moves people into their power and ideas, brands and organisations into their power through people.

Taryn focuses on developing interpersonal and leadership skills, with emphasis on emotional intelligence and the science of inspiration.

Taryn’s speciality is activating ecosystems and individuals so that they are ready to align with, benefit and implement change and drive the adoption of new skills, behaviour and thinking.

Her skill is to guide organisations and individuals to create buy-in and self-sustaining systems.

She teaches you how to positively affect your mind and emotions by changing your biology to become more content, resilient, productive and confident.

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WEDDING DAY TOP TIPS Dress colour: White isn’t necessarily the only colour for a wedding dress. In fact, colours like off-white, ivory to shades of beige and nude are very popular and totally acceptable. A wedding dress should be the colour that compliments the bride best.

Veils: This is a case of personal taste and it is something that the bride and designer decides on together.

Does it go with the style of the dress or not? A veil can also be replaced with a beautiful headpiece or fascinator.

Jewellery: A bride should not wear another ring on her left or right hand on the wedding day. Her wedding ring should be the only focus point on her finger.

Make-up: On the wedding day a bride should look like her best and not like someone wearing make-up for the first time. Make-up should be used to highlight her best features.

Shoes: Comfort is key. Brides should remember that if you wear a shoe that is too high or not a good fit, it will show. A bride should shine and in order to do this, she must be happy, relaxed and feel comfortable in the shoes and dress she is wearing.

Dress code: The old rule still stands: guests may not wear white.

This is a privilege for the bride. If the dress is not white, they may however wear white.

Use alcohol free drinks on the morning before the wedding. Alcohol on the day might relax you so much that your eyes appear sleepy on your wedding photos.

Have an emergency kit on standby with needle and thread, safety pins, plaster, Cutex remover, tissues, cotton wool, double-sided tape.

Hair and make-up should be done before you put on your wedding dress.

Make sure that you wash your hands before touching the wedding dress.

Start by putting on your shoes first then the petticoat and lastly the dress.

Most of the wedding dresses will go over your head.

Use a silk scarf to cover your hair and make-up and not a single hair will move.

Photo by Jeanelle Coetzee Photography jeanellecoetzee@yahoo.com

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yeliner: The goal when applying eyeliner is to create definition and to make the eyes the focus of your look. Defined eyes wake your face up and create a wide-eyed, youthful expression.

Along your top lash line, you need your definition focus to start at the inside corner of your eye. Here, the line should be thinnest, from there you slowly make it wider as you apply it across towards the outside corner of the eye. This creates the definition that you are looking for without closing the eye.

The aim is to apply eyeliner along your upper lash line as close to the roots as possible; wiggle the pencil using little back-and-forth motions to really work the colour into the roots.

Along the lower lash line, the colour should be most intense at the outside corner, fading away as you move toward the inside corner. You need to bring it all the way across the bottom lash line, but make sure that the colour fades in intensity from the outer corner to the inner corner.

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The same thickness all the way across the top and underneath the lower lash line can close the eyes and make them appear smaller, whereas a gradation of colour across the top and along the bottom adds definition and attention. Place the colour as close to the lash line as possible. NO SKIN SHOULD BE SHOWING between your lashes and eyeliner.

Applying foundation: 1. Take your foundation and pour or pump a pea-sized amount of foundation onto the back of your hand 2. Take a foundation brush and dip it into the foundation. Dot this onto your nose, cheeks and around the borders of your face and chin.

3. With small quick strokes, starting at the nose, apply the foundation outwards towards the borders of the face. Be sure to move the product into the tight areas around the eyes and nose. Using the same movement, work your way back towards the nose. Repeat the same process on the chin.

4. With what’s left on the brush apply the product to the area above your lip and below your mouth, avoiding the smile lines.

5. Concealer under the eye: Take a little concealer on the corner of your brush, and dot lightly under the eyes, concentrating the product at the lower inner corners where the eyes are the darkest. Lightly work your way back to the outer corners.

6. Cover your eyelids, first moving inwards then back out again.

7. Pat your forehead. Using your foundation brush, place it in the centre of the forehead and pat the product outwards towards the temple on both sides.

Once again, using light quick strokes move the product from the temple to the centre and back out again.

8. Under the jaw line. Take the remainder of the product on your brush and stroke downwards from the face down the neck, then stroke back up to the face.

9. Stipple over the face. Use excess product to deal with problem areas. This distributes the foundation evenly. You may now cover the smile line area, which will only be covered with a small amount of product, greatly reducing the chance of creasing.

10. Buff in Circular motion. This blurs imperfection and removes any excess product, giving the skin the natural skin-like texture.

Mascara: For longer lashes: Hold you mascara wand in a vertical position. Starting at the base of the lash line, pull the

use a foundation brush and tap the colour onto your cheeks.

2. Smile ... find the apple of your cheek, and apply blush 3. Apply a bronzer ... about 2 shades darker than your natural skin tone. Make a ‘fish face’, apply bronzer with a brush to the hollows of your cheeks.

This will really make your cheek bones pop.

Translucent Finisher: Apply a good translucent powder on the T-Zone and over the lips to eliminate shine and sets make-up.

Some powders will reflect and diffuse light to help hide imperfections.

Lips: Apply your lip liner around the edge of the lips. It will prevent the lipstick from feathering. You can then use a soft colour lipstick (pinkie nude tone) Amore Make-up is a premier make-up company based in Cape Town and Johannesburg. We are a team of mobile makeup artists and hair stylists. wand up and out to the end of the lashes.

Eyebrows: Begin with well-groomed brows. Make sure to brush hairs up, then brush hairs on the outer edges over and out.

Use a pencil to fill in brows. To find the right colour for you: blondes should go a shade or two darker and brunettes should go a shade or two lighter than their hair colour.

Using a makeup brush, create an imaginary line that extends from the outside of your nose to the outside of your eye (as above) – this determines where your eyebrow should end. Apply pencil in small strokes about the length of an eyebrow hair, filling in any bare spots in the brows, and slightly extending to the edge of your “line” if needed. Make sure to define your natural arch, making strokes that go in the same direction as the hair naturally grows (up towards the arch, and down away from the arch.)

Use a clear brow gel or clear mascara (a bit of hairspray applied with a mascara wand works too) to brush the hairs into place. This does double duty to blend the powder and hold the shape of the brows.

Amore offers the following services / products: • Bridal Hair and Makeup including retinue and loved ones • Mobile make-up Artists and Hair Stylists • Airbrush Makeup application and Training • Styling and coordination for glamour photo shoots • One on One Makeup lessons including application technique and product selection.

• Corporate Team building and Makeup Workshops Mobile: +27 76 924 9578 Email: info@amoremakeup.co.za | Facebook: Amore Make-up / Skype: amoremakeup

Blush and Bronze: 1. Use a blush brush... apply blusher with in a C-motion on the apples of your cheeks. If you use a cream blush,

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10 Tips from the Wedding Photographer Making sure that you have the perfect day on your wedding day has got a lot to do with the parties you involve to make it all happen. There are a few very important tips to keep in mind and finding the right photographer is definitely one of the first and most important aspects that plays a big (in some cases the biggest) role on your wedding day. The photographer is the one who will capture all your moments, and after all, memories are the special moments that tell the story…

1. Have an engagement or any other shoot before your wedding day so that you get comfortable with your wedding photographer. This makes it easier on your wedding so that you don’t do a first-time-shoot on the day. In this way you’ll also get to know each other through the lens.

2. Be comfortable with your photographer. Make sure that you have met in person and clear out what is expected from him/her on your wedding day.

3. Be “photo ready” on your wedding day. It’s one day only and moments can never be captured again once it’s over. Know that on your wedding day your photographer will take lots of photos, and the last thing a photographer wants is photos being rushed. Therefore ALWAYS be

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photo ready, even if you’ve had enough and when it’s all natural and not posed.

4. Being prepared is one of the most important aspects – Preparation for a wedding takes a little extra effort but it will make the day run smoothly. If you are prepared, the photographer will definitely also be prepared if he or she exactly knows what is expected from her on the wedding day.

5. Wear comfy shoes on your couple shoot. By the time the church ceremony is over and the couple shoot starts, an obstacle course sometimes is needed to find the perfect picture.

Doing all of this with your wedding heels may become a little painful especially if there is still a lot of walking and dancing to do.

6. Doing a hair and make-up trail before your big day is also one of the most important aspects to make the getting-ready process a lot easier and less stressful. If both you and your hair and make-up artists know what you want, you can sit back and relax while being are pampered.

7. Create a shoot list – No one wants to spend their wedding day thinking about the shots they still wanted to take. If there are certain shots you definitely want, (particular poses, family photos, table photos etc) create a shoot list and send it to the photographer so that he/she can make sure to get those particular shots to add to her shoot-list.

8. Time line / Schedule for the wedding – This prepares the photographer of what can be expected on the day and it makes the planning so much easier to know what will happen.

No photographer wants to bother the bride and groom on their wedding with questions.

Planning beforehand is essential for the day to

run smoothly.

9. Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle or spoil your day – This is YOUR day and your day only. You have planned this wedding for months and there’s no time dealing with any other issues except being the happiest girl in the world.

10. Most importantly, don’t forget to eat and drink at your wedding day – some brides choose not to eat anything before they slip into that dress…

But you will fit into that dress even if you choose to eat. Your groom would rather have you walk down the aisle than have you collapse halfway. It is especially important for summer brides; drink enough water and eat healthy snacks to get you through the day.

“Capturing moments into memories for a lifetime” Jeanelle Coetzee Photography jeanellecoetzee@yahoo.com 0721827575

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Photos by Jeanelle Coetzee Photography jeanellecoetzee@yahoo.com

Beautiful shoes by Anella is a must to complete the look.

Dress by Ilse Roux Bridal wear info@ilserouxbridal.co.za

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Wedding Shoes - Tips

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here are various factors to consider when buying the perfect wedding shoe.

Things to consider is: comfort, design and the height of the heel.

The shoe design also needs to complement the wedding dress. It is very important to buy a comfortable pair of shoes and wear them in before the wedding.

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will want them to be comfortable on the wedding day.

You may, at times, only see the front of your wedding shoe, but you will lift the hem to walk.

So people will see your shoes, and so a little detail is interesting.

Consider the price of the shoes. You may think you will dye them after the wedding, but you may change your mind.

Higher heels are definitely more elegant, but the height of shoes affects the bride’s posture.

For our 10cm heels, we add a front platform to make it more comfortable to wear.

Medium heels are the most popular option, as the 6cm heel height gives you a bit of height, but also great for walking elegantly, yet still comfortable enough to walk and dance effortlessly like a princess.

Top tips What to avoid • Shoes that are too tight, too small, too high or cut into your feet.

• Picking heels that you can hardly walk on. Comfort first, not the design.

• Taking your shoes off half way through the evening is a no-no.

• Start shopping early. You need your shoes for your dress fittings. Your hem can’t be completed without the correct shoes.

• Think about where your ceremony will be held.

You may want an open toe shoe for an outdoor wedding or a closed toe for an indoor wedding.

• Consider the colour of your gown when deciding on your shoes.

• Remember the height of your bridegroom, you don’t want to tower over him if you buy too high a heel.

• Wear your shoes around the house a few times before the wedding, try dancing in them. You

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Over the past few years, Anella Wedding shoes have proved to be the choice of most SA brides for their wedding day. Thanks to our team’s extensive research into what our brides desire, we can proudly offer designs and custom styles exclusively to Anella and the Southern African Bride – now also DYEABLE in any colour. If you need a shoe that is comfortable, of top quality and enchantingly beautiful – look no further!

Anella Shoes will walk you down the aisle, and dance you into the night. For Anella, comfort is of prime importance.

PRACTICAL OPTION - Value for money is also a huge consideration for every bride’s wallet, therefore Anella Wedding Shoes offer the “dye them black after the wedding” option, to ensure you can wear your Anella satin bridal shoes for many years after your big day.

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What is the current trend?

WEDGE: Getting married outdoors on grass, decking or uneven surfaces could have a disastrous result. Whilst often only offering a very narrow wedge, it might give you a bit of an edge on an uneven surface or lawn so your heels don’t sink.

LACE: The romantic look that a lace option offers is undeniable. Extremely popular with brides who want to compliment their romantic theme by incorporating a touch of lace in the shoes.

For a stockist near you contact: Hanel Appleby +27 (0)76 306 5585 info@weddingshoes.co.za www.weddingshoes.co.za

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INDIAN HOLIDAY By: JOANNA CASTLE The following guidelines, tips and suggestions are to help you plan a memorable INDIAN HOLIDAY. WATER I cannot say enough about water consumption.

A minimum of 2 litres per day is needed when it is hot. Brush your teeth in it. Tea is not water‌ neither is beer. You can purchase it easily. Dehydration is not pleasant. I experienced it on my first trip to Egypt.

Not enough water made for a miserable 2 days.

Tissue salts help as well. The chemist has a product called rehydrate which is excellent and a must to carry.

FOOD I recommend you eat only food that has been cooked and served hot. Food that sits around is asking for trouble. No eating from markets. Salads, raw tomatoes‌avoid them unless you have travelled Asia and the Middle East and ate them without problems. Eat only peeled fruit with thick skins. Put a bag of apples in your case.

MEALS All breakfasts in hotels are included. Three meals are included on the Houseboats in Kashmir. Train journeys: I suggest you carry snacks like nuts, dried fruit and energy bars. Chips and cold sodas and water are available at the stations.

ALCOHOL Is a dehydrator. A cold beer or two on a hot day is great, but beware of overdoing it. Never put ice in your drinks. It is not made with bottled water.

Bring scotch, brandy or good wine along with you. Try the sachets, they are easy to carry and to use.

SUN We in South Africa are used to it, but I recommend you take some sort of hat to keep the direct sun off the top of your head. A sunscreen

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is advisable, and so are sunglasses.

SHOES Always keep your feet covered when walking in the streets. Sandals are fine around our hotels and in the evenings.

CAMERAS Bring extra batteries and chargers.

CELL PHONES If you plan to bring one on your holiday, please keep it turned off whenever we are together as a group. Sim cards are available.

FIRST AID KIT I always travel with one. Echinacea taken daily is a great preventative. Disprin, anti bacterial cream, Band-Aids, arnica, vitamins, and/or any medications you take. Make yourself a kit that suits your needs.

PESTS Mosquitoes, but no malaria. Coils for those evenings when you sit outdoors. I have also found an alternative to insect repellent, almond, or grape seed oil with citronella, lemon grass, and lavender essential oils mixed together.

TOILETRIES Don't forget to bring your own toiletries. Replacing it can be difficult or nearly impossible. Wet wipes for daily travelling and using public toilets.

Small packets of tissues for public toilets.

WHAT CLOTHING TO PACK ?

During the day light weight long pants, mid calf, or knee length shorts, T shirts, short sleeved shirts, skirts or dresses. It is usually too hot for denims except in Kashmir. Good walking shoes with socks, and sandals for evening. Clothing for dinner is casual- smart-glamorous. For Kashmir and McCloudganj bring something warm for the evenings like a jersey or sweatshirt. Baggy knee length shorts for men. No rugby, or cycle shorts.

No tank tops. I recommend natural fibre clothing that breathes like cotton or linen.

JEWELLERY You are safe wearing jewellery, but bring what you can wear. There are not always safety deposit boxes at the hotels. Indian jewellery will be tempting, both modern and traditional.

EXTRAS to bring Calculator, small flash light, a note pad and pen,

TRAVEL - INDIA travel journal, and a Swiss army knife (never leave home without it). Put it in your checked luggage with your nail file and scissors.

LAUNDRY Bring laundry soap and do some laundry by hand. Kashmir has “dobie’s” that will do your laundry if you like. Hotels will do it too.

DRESSING IN INDIA India is a mixture of religions and cultures. Dress with respect for the people and country you are guests in. Kashmir is predominately Muslim.

Nothing too provocative, no armpits, no rugby short or bike shorts, or short shorts. The rest of India is a real melting pot of cultures.

LANGUAGE Hindi and Urdu are the spoken languages. Most people speak some English. Many speak excellent English.

SAFETY Women are safer than at home. Theft is rare, but keep your handbags zipped up. There are always pick pockets in larger cities and the bazaars no matter what they may tell you.

MONEY Use a money belt if it makes you feel more secure or use a backpack, and never carry all your cash. Change money as you need it, usually never more than $200. There are currency exchanges in hotels, banks, and currency exchanges. USA$ would be best. Credit cards are taken almost everywhere. ATM’s are also available everywhere. Cash draws in local currency at ATM’s. NO travellers cheques.

VISAS You need them.

They are available through the BLS Indian visa dept. on Strand Street in Cape Town. For those of you outside South Africa please check with the nearest Indian embassy. R48,00 for South Africans.

TRAVEL INSURANCE Please take a policy if you feel more comfortable. If you use a credit card to purchase your air ticket it is included, and can be increased.

INTERNET CAFES Are in most cities. Wi-fi in many hotels.

FLEXIBILITY Is a must when travelling. I have found that in most third world countries there can and will be glitches. So please travel with an open mind and an open and generous heart, and remain flexible while we journey throughout India.

TIPPING A bit left behind for housekeeping and as you like when dining out.

Porters in hotels are to be tipped, or you should carry your own luggage to your room.

DOCTORS If anyone does become uncomfortable let your tour guide know immediately. Prolonged diarrhoea leads to dehydration. Nausea and cramping can be early warning signs.

There is no need to suffer unnecessarily.

There are doctors who will come to the hotel that specialize in the discomfort of tourists. They can and will nip anything in the bud.

MODES OF TRANSPORT WITHIN INDIA AIR Qatar Air from Cape Town to Delhi via Doha Kingfisher or Jet Air from Udaipur-Delhi to Srinigar.

LAND Small buses to and from the airport and while touring. Trains between some destinations.

JOANNA CASTLE … I have been a passionate traveller for over 35 years.

India has long been a favourite destination of mine. I am fascinated by the magical and mystical of ancient ways. The music, the dance, the food, the colourful bazaars, the sacred spirituality that is everywhere, and the wonderful friendly people all contribute to it’s mystic.

I hope this information will help make your holiday as stress free and enjoyable as possible.

For bookings or if you have any other questions please contact Joanna Castle at +27 (0)21 782 4040 joanna@jaywalk.com www.joannacastle.com

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The Kashmir Paradise Tours

Enjoy paradise with California Houseboats and Kashmir Paradise Tours. Our services provide a safe and luxurious view of Kashmir, India. Choose from over 18 super deluxe houseboats and enjoy the clear waters of the Dal Lake or combine your houseboating adventure with any number of other activities offered.

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Tour Adventures

• Luxury Houseboat Tours choose from 3 to 8 days in Paradise!

• 5 Day Luxury Houseboat and Skiing Tours • 6 Day Luxury Houseboat and Trout Fishing Tours • 3 or 4 day Luxury Houseboat and Golfing Tours • Trekking Tours – many beautiful locations to choose from.

• Tailor Made Trips – design your own tour itinerary

Area Attractions

• The Vale of Kashmir – set amidst the towering Himalayas • Mughal Gardens – the garden of the Mughal emperors • The City of Ladakh – enjoy the cultures and traditions • Pahalgam – one of the most beautiful resorts in Kashmir • Srinagar – the capital city and the soul of Kashmir • The Great Waterfall of Aharbal

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California Houseboats and Kashmir Paradise Tours Ishber, Nishat, Srinagar - 190001, Kashmir (India)Phones: Office: (00 91 194) 2461548 E-Mail: kashmir_paradise@yahoo.com www.kashmirhouseboats.com

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Gooderson Fabz Johannesburg

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scape to a tranquil haven and experience nature at its best in the inner city.

Whether you are travelling locally or from abroad and searching for a refreshing escape, a visit to the Gooderson Fabz Garden Hotel & Conference Centre is definitely worth your while. Splendid Fourways Accommodation awaits you at this beautiful Lonehill hotel.

Gooderson Fabz Garden Hotel and Conference Centre, Fourways picturesque accommodation makes guests feel like royalty. From the English gardens, spectacular lake fountains, outdoor lounge / dining area or your own intimate table around the lake, The Gooderson Fabz Garden Hotel & Conference Centre has it all.

ACCOMMODATION

All these unique attributes combine to make the Gooderson Fabz Garden Hotel & Conference Centre an ideal retreat with a venue to host events for weddings, birthdays, end of year, private and corporate functions.

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In keeping with the elegant, country inspired design and dĂŠcor this theme is carried throughout the Hotel. This pleasant Lonehill hotel offers 15 Superior twin rooms, 10 Superior Double rooms and an Executive Suite, which all offer scenic garden and lake access. All rooms are equipped with en-suite bathrooms, DSTV, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. We are renowned for our high level of service amid Fourways Accommodation.

CONTACT fabzadmin@goodersons.co.za Tel: +27 11 465 3551

always friendly security with mackson ndlovu on duty

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NYLSTROOM SAFARI LODGE

BOSVELD WEGBREEK SAFARI [ Nature lodge ] NYLSTROOM - LIMPOPO

Self catering units: We have chalets for 6 people as well as the Mountain and Dam camp for groups from 20 - 130 people.

All units are equipped with linen and crockery. We have an entertainment area with amenities like snooker, darts, TV, volley ball, etc.

We also have several hiking trails, game drives, fishing as well as hot and cold swimming pools.

Come and enjoy the peace and calm in the heart of the bushveld surrounded by nature.

The perfect family getaway.

We cater for school groups, business yearend functions or family get together.

Day visitors are also welcome Contact us : 083 652 0987 / 083 232 9734 or visit our website www.bosveldwegbreek.co.za

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Tuberculosis (TB) By: Dr Ndiviwe Mphothulo South Africa’s 2015 Rural Doctor of The Year Tuberculosis (TB) is a global health threat, and South Africa (SA) has one of the world’s worst TB epidemics which is exacerbated by HIV. Among the 22 countries with the highest burden of TB, SA has the highest estimated incidences and prevalence of TB, the second highest number of diagnosed multi drugresistant TB cases and the greatest number of HIV-associated TB cases (Wood, et al., 2010). Furthermore, Lancet has described HIV-associated TB as one of quadrupleburden epidemics in South Africa, along with the high burden of chronic diseases, injury and violence, and the epidemic of maternal, neonatal and child mortality (Mayosi, et al., 2012). According to the global tuberculosis report (2012), in 2011 there were an estimated 8.7 million new cases of TB (13% coinfected with HIV) and 1.4 million people died as a result of TB. Nearly one million deaths were among HIV negative individuals and 430 000 deaths were among people who were HIV positive.

TB notification rates continue to decrease in many parts of the world, while rates have more than tripled in many countries in subSaharan Africa. The African and European regions are not on track to halve the 1990 levels. In 2005, the African continent, with just 11% of the world’s population, accounted for 27% of the global TB and 30% of TB related deaths. When we come closer to home, the situation is not as good as mentioned in the beginning of this article. South Africa is facing one of the worst dual epidemics of TB and HIV in the world. The prevalence of TB in South Africa is estimated to be more than 1000 cases per 100 000 people. TB has been the number one killer of South Africans for more than 15 years (see table below). TB is the most common opportunistic infection and one of the leading causes of death among people living with HIV. Thirteen (13%) per cent of deaths among HIV-infected individuals are as a result of TB. With this high mortality, one

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wonders why TB is not in the spotlight or in the headlines more ofen.

There has been concerted and coordinated efforts by the international community to combat TB. In 1993, the World Health Organisation (WHO) took an unprecedented step and declared TB as a global emergency, so great was the concern about the TB epidemic. In the late 1980s and early 1990s TB was killing approximately 2 million people a year. At that point someone in the world was being infected with TB every second, nearly 1% of the world’s population was newly infected with TB each year, and overall one third of the world’s population were infected with the TB bacillus.

In 2000, world leaders entered into a landmark agreement, The Millennium Development Goals (MDG). The MDG’s were eight international development goals that were established following the Millennium Summit of the United Nations in 2000, with a target date of 2015. The sixth goal of MDG’ was to “combat HIV/AIDS, MALARIA and other diseases”, the fight against TB was therefore part of the 6th MDG. The target was met, however the number of TB infections are falling slowly. At the end of 2013, the mortality rate of TB-related deaths (globally) had fallen by 45% and the prevalence of TB had fallen by 41%. Between the years 2000

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and 2013 an estimated 37 million lives were saved because of effective diagnoses and treatments.

Although the international community has scored major achievements in the fight against TB, from 2000 up to 2015, TB still remains a huge public health scourge. In 2014, 9.6 million people fell ill with TB, 1.5 million people died from TB, 1.2 million people living with HIV developed TB, and 480 000 people developed MDR-TB. With the expiry of the MDGs in 2015, new targets were necessary to continue the fight against TB. A global strategy and targets for TB prevention care and control after 2015 was adopted by the WHO, The WHO End TB strategy.

The World Health Assembly, convened annually by WHO at UN Palais des Nations in Geneva, passed a resolution in May 2014 approving with full support the new post2015 Global TB strategy, End TB strategy, with its ambitious targets. ‘End TB Strategy’ envisages a world of “zero deaths, disease, and suffering due to tuberculosis”. The 2035 target that has been set is a 95% reduction in deaths and a 90% reduction in incidences, relative to the 2015 levels. The End TB strategy provides a unified response to ending TB deaths, disease, and suffering. The strategy is built upon three pillars: 1) Integrated, patient-centered TB care and prevention, 2) Bold policies and supportive systems, 3) Intensified research and innovation.

With a partnership between government, civil society, labour, business and community the ambitious targets of the End TB strategy can be met. Dr Margaret Chan (WHO Director General) put it very well, “Everyone with TB should have access to the innovative tools and services they need for rapid diagnosis, treatment and care. This is a matter of social justice fundamental to our goal of universal health care coverage, given the prevalence of Drug- Resistant Tuberculosis, ensuring HighQuality and complete care will also benefit global health security. I call for intensified

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global solidarity and action to ensure the success of this trans-formative end of TB strategy”.

The sentiments of Dr Chan resonates with the 2015 World TB day theme, “Reach, Treat, Cure Everyone”. This theme came as a result of noting that there are 3 million people who are not reached by health systems internationally. We therefore need to ensure that everyone with TB is diagnosed and put on the TB treatment. Once we have put people on TB treatment, we need to ensure that they complete their TB treatment and are cured. This requires us to address weaknesses in the health systems and to increase public awareness. Patients need to be assisted by removing barriers to treatment adherence. Common barriers to adherence to TB treatment include: competing demands on patient’s time, poor relations with health workers, lack of access to health facilities, long distance to travel to reach health facilities, lack of social support, stigma, poverty, financial burden and cultural beliefs.

It is therefore apparent that for us to successfully combat TB, we need all shoulders to the wheel and all hands on deck. We also need to identify and support vulnerable patients and have patient centred, flexible TB treatment programs that are supportive and responsive to the patients’ needs. TB programs need to incorporate and explore the social, economic, psychological and cultural aspects of the patients and communities, in other words the fight against TB requires an Interdisciplinary approach.

TB is indeed not just a health problem, but is a social problem that requires mobilisation of all sectors in the society.

Dr Ndiviwe Mphothulo MBCHB, MBL, MPH, DIPLOMA HIV Man (SA) Medical Officer: TB & MDR-TB wards at Taung District Hospital, North West Province Author of TB Cases from Taung: (Enquiries about the book: Legaemedicentre@yahoo.com)

CDE: Centre for Diabetic Excellence Kuilsrivier CDE

Y O U R - P A R T N E R - I N - D I A B E T E S The CDE was established 20 years ago to help patients and doctors manage the growing epidemic of diabetes. The Head Office in Houghton is responsible through a nation wide clinic system, for the care of more than 20 000 patients.

There are clinics in every province and a list thereof can be found on the CDE website: www.cdecentre.co.za under service providers.

DISCOVERY HEALTH • Anglovaal Medical Scheme • Discovery Health Medical Scheme • Edcon Medical Scheme • IBM South Africa Medical Scheme • La Health • M-Med • Quantum Medical Scheme • Retail Medical Scheme • Anglo Medical Scheme ETERNITY PRIVATE HEALTH • Chartered Accountants Medical Aid Fund • CA-Vital & CA-First Choice MEDSCHEME • Barloworld Medical Scheme • Bonitas Medical Scheme • MBMED • Metrocare • Siemens Medical Scheme • METROPOLITAN HEALTH • Pick ‘n Pay Medical Scheme MEDSHIELD • Medshield

WHEN JOINING THE PROGRAM THE PATIENTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SERVICES PER YEAR: • 2 Doctor appointments • 1 Dietician appointment • 2 Diabetic educator appointments • 1 Podiatry appointment • 1 Retinal photo or appointment with an eye doctor • 2 HbA1c’s – average 3 month blood sugar reading • 1 Lipogram • 1 Kidney function • 1 Full blood count Patients receive all diabetic (oral and insulin) medication from the clinic, including a new glucose meter, glucose strips and needles. The medication is included in the program.

The CDE Kuilsriver opened its doors on the 1st of September 2009 and specialises in the management of type 1 and 2 diabetes. They are an accredited pump centre. For more information contact: cde.kuilsrivier@telkomsa.net. They have two diabetic educators, a dietician and a podiatrist. The centre falls under the care of endocrinologist, Dr Landi Lombard.

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LEAKY GUT SYNDROME vs.

A HEALTHY DIGESTIVE TRACT By: Leunis van Rooyen NucleoBiotics -leunis@nucleosel.com (www.nucleosel.com

Holistically, human health includes two aspects.

Firstly the preservation of the DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) from harmful mutations and secondly to keep the friendly micro-organisms that share the human body space in a healthy and balanced state. The gut flora has been characterised as the “forgotten inner organ” in the GI (gastrointestinal) tract in accordance to the 2005 Nobel prize winners in Physiology and Medicine awarded to Robin Warren and Barry Marshall. There are trillions of living microbes in the human microbiome, existing, in harmony and symbiotically, with their hosts, therefore accounting for approximately 1 - 3% of the human body’s total mass.

Several mechanisms in the human body maintain the DNA in good standing. The processes for these mechanisms essentially depend on an abundance of nucleotides the nano-bricks of the DNA. With the DNA preserved throughout human life, the original genetic blueprint can be interpreted in the intended format and its cells are replicated over-and-over again. However, if just one component fails in the repair mechanisms, the genetic information of the cells changes rapidly increasing the risk of disease.

Scientific knowledge about the DNA repair mechanisms was manifested in the molecular causes of several hereditary diseases, ageing and cancer development in accordance to the Nobel Prize winners in Chemistry 2015 awarded to Tomas Lindahl, Paul Modrich and Aziz Sancar.

Leaky gut or increased intestinal permeability allows toxic food particles, bacterial- and environmental chemical waste to leak through the digestive tract into the body, resulting in the body breaking down from the inside out and thereby destroying human health. Once inside, the foreign particles travel to different areas of the body, triggering immune responses such

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as inflammation and jump-start the development of chronic diseases. Effects from leaky gut syndrome are seen throughout the entire body including the brain, skin, joints, adrenals, intestine, thyroid and respiratory system. Even with modern medical technology and more than 10,000 research papers on leaky gut syndrome, this hidden epidemic is still often referred to as the “disease your doctor can’t diagnose…”

The GI tract and the diversity of daily foodintake represent the largest interaction of the body to the natural environment that we live in.

As the body’s largest set of organs (9 metres in length), the GI tract includes the mouth, oesophagus, small- and large intestines, and hosts up to 500 different species of bacteria. The gut with its carpet of villi consists of millions of tiny finger-like projections that protrude from the epithelial lin against the gut’s inner wall. The villi in the gut produce enzymes necessary for the GI tract in order for food to be digested and nutrients to be absorbed efficiently; with the support of good bacteria. The gut consists of specialised cells with both short-lived and high metabolic activity.

For a sound gut structure, its cells need frequent replacement (36 hours) through DNA replication, in comparison to the life expectancy of colon cells (10 days). Hippocrates, farther of Western medicine said “all diseases originate in the gut.”

The health of the gut is thus the most important to protect amid all organs; with a surface area more than 100 times larger than the skin of the body, and 10 times bigger than the surface of lungs. During the human lifetime, the GI tract has the daunting task of processing approximately 30 tons of food and 50,000 litres of liquids. The GI tract maintains good human health by absorbing valuable nutrients, while still discharging unnecessary and toxic substances.

The innermost tissue layer of the gut wall, the mucosa, contains over 70% of the immune system’s defence cells, making it the principal component of the body’s defence mechanism.

These cells have the task of inactivating patho-

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genic organisms and toxins which enter the body mainly through nutrition. The body needs to produce new defence cells constantly, in order to destroy any invading pathogens or foreign particles. Other cells form antibodies, which in turn bind and render harmful bacteria inactivated, while the good bacteria are maintained.

The gut replaces hundreds of millions of differentiated cells daily. This leaves the body vulnerable to mutations in its DNA, as 10,000 nucleotides are misplaced with every replicated DNA-strand, due to the absence of all five nucleotides in abundance. The DNA replication process in the body is also very time and energy consuming. Each cell’s DNA, jointly containing the genetic blueprint, is made up from 3 billion nucleotides. Replication of intestine cells needs massive amounts of nucleotides from an external source as the gut has a limited capacity to produce its own nucleotides, considering its fast cell turnover. Despite the ability of the liver to produce more nucleotides than needed for its own use, it still falls short of the vast demand for nucleotides during cell replication within the wall of the gut. Nucleotides can be absorbed by the gut from daily digested food although most vegetables, fruits and meat in the dietary consumption from Western food sources contain a nominal quantity of nucleotides.

In nature, the highest quantities of nucleotides can be found from insects, offal, larvae and meats, as well as egg yolk to be consumed in extremely large quantities, although generally unpopular nutrition. Nucleotides are thus the most precious food commodity to the gut, whilst being the biggest scarcity. These days, all five nucleotides can be consumed as a “most basic” organic nutritional supplement; offered in a balanced, purified and concentrated format.

Absorption of nucleotides by the gut requires all five different nucleotides to be present in equal quantities. If not, the gut only absorbs the minimum amount of each respectively, equal to the least amongst the five nucleotides present in such a supplement.

The gut wall is referred to as the inner skin of the body. One may ask how perforations of the inner skin present itself on the outer skin. A common example of this is the skin the back of the heal cracking.

Day by day, harmful micro-organisms multiply

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unhindered in the gut that may slip through perforations in the gut wall. Hence, friendly bacteria in the gut can enter the blood-stream through the same pathway and still cause dangerous infections or chronic inflammation throughout the body. Probiotics is friendly bacteria that colonize the gut, boosting healthy micro-organisms and normalising the microbial balances, therefore improving the function of the GI tract. In addition, probiotics supports the ability to reduce pathogen adhesion to the surfaces of the GI tract, as well as modulating immune responses.

However, by consuming probiotics, leaky gut sufferers may still be vulnerable to even these friendly bacteria filtering through perforations in the gut wall into the bloodstream, unless large quantities of nucleotides are concurrently supplemented daily.

A detrimental shift in the gut may lead to extensive long-term damage with serious health consequences. Leaky gut syndrome may be considered to be physical, mental and emotional forms of stress, frequently accompanied with intolerable and volatile gastrointestinal disorders. Health conditions associated with leaky gut syndrome may include: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic diarrhoea, acne, lupus, cystic fibrosis, adrenal fatigue, thyroid disorders, chronic gastritis, autoimmune disorders, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel disorders, autoimmune hepatitis, cardiovascular disease, brain-gut infection, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), depression, pediatric disorders, autism, celiac disease, crohn’s disease, pneumonia and respiratory tract infections. Leaky gut sufferers may experience: food intolerances or food sensitivities, difficulty gaining weight, difficulty losing weight, seasonal allergies, migraines, asthma, muscle pain or achiness, joint pains, constipation, heartburn, gas, cramping, urgency, anxiety, abdominal pain, fullness, itchy skin, rashes, eczema, rosacea, hives, psoriasis, “brain fog” and ADHD. As few natural treatments exist for leaky gut syndrome, sufferers are forced to make drastic changes in their normal daily activities. Many people have periodic symptoms of leaky gut that often require medical attention, despite no known cure. Leaky gut sufferers often follow restricted diets after its onset. Unfortunately,

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this rarely results in sufficient relief, as vital nutrients (including dietary nucleotides) become deficient in the diet. Providing a purified source of dietary nucleotides to facilitate repair of the natural cell regeneration process is essential for maintaining intestinal balance and efficient colonic function.

Through rapid cell multiplication of the gut wall, the immune system restores (including antibody cells) and perforations start repairing. For this to happen, much larger quantities of nucleotides are needed through nutritional supplement than what the body can possibly produce naturally, under regular conditions.

As an organic remedy an external source of nucleotides is required in addition to daily nutri-

tion, because new immune cells and antibodies are unable to produce sufficient quantities. By taking nucleotides as a nutritional supplement, trillions of readily available pyrimidines and purines are served and this transforms the health of the gut and aids in maintaining a strong immune system.

In summary, nucleotides assist by organically rebooting, at an optimal rate, the DNA of gut cells to its original genome through excision repair and related mechanisms. As probiotics are known to enhance the immune system and represent a significant therapeutic advancement for the treatment of GI tract infections a combination of nucleotides and probiotics are complimentary to each other in support of the healing process of leaky gut syndrome organically.

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LEATHER IS LIFE

by Lemanja Davidson

In a small town near the West Coast of South Africa there is a town called Moorreesburg.

A place where you are left breathless by the abundance of sunshine and Africa’s magical beauty. This is the home of Noble Stone. It is here where the designers appreciate the timeless ageing ability of leather & bring it to life in handmade leather accessories with their motto: “To us, leather is life”. Noble Stone makes use of Africa’s finest naturally tanned leather for quality leather products and employs a diverse unity of people to manufacture these masterpieces.

Similar to many great businesses in this world, Noble Stone started as a hobby. Later it grew into a professional business inspired by the endless requests for their upmarket leather handmade products at affordable prices. The diamond in its natural beauty can be seen as an ordinary stone but once refined it comes alive with shining excellence and sparkles the message of

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Hand made leather products www.noblestonesa.co.za etrade@moorreesburg.net

perfect beauty. At Noble Stone they follow the same principle of changing ordinary leather into a masterpiece of excellence whether it is in the form of handbags, wallets, or a belt or carpet – in each item they strive for excellence and great quality.

The focus is not merely on running a business and making money, instead they live their passion, integrity & honesty out in their business in order to build a brand that will grow into the master brand it is meant to be while always keeping close at heart the humble and noble morals they live by. When purchasing a Noble Stone product you are investing in our art.

Noble Stone is a proudly South African company and export currently in small quantities to overseas clients, but the dream is to expand the brand globally while still keeping the authenticity of their product, is a future they aspire towards. Each of their product designs are their own creations. It is made from carefully selected quality leather. The pattern is cut by

hand, stitched and finished off with master techniques.

Noble Stone prefer creating handbags from beautiful ostrich leather with finer details to present a more classic look and feel to the bag. It is amazing that each leather piece presents a total different and unique handbag.

Lara Coetzee says that one of her all-time favourite products of Noble Stone is a Tog Bag, this design has been a part of their household for the past 20 years. Johan Coetzee, her father (creator of Noble Stone) has a picture of the Tog Bag he made 20 years ago and he is still using it today.

“Over the years it got more lines and everyday it seems as if it seems to more character and becomes more beautiful in its own unique style,” The Tog Bag is a luxurious, upmarket yet practical and unique creation of ours - a definite must have as a leather accessory.

To view more of our leather products, visit our website

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8 TIPS TO CONSIDER WHEN HOUSE HUNTING By: Terence von Molendorff (CEO Red Pepper Properties) Save for a deposit

Your first step before entering into the property market should be saving towards a deposit. A deposit is very important as it gives potential home buyers the boost they need when applying for a home loan. If you have a deposit to put down, the banks will take this into account and your affordability score will rise. Saving towards a deposit is a simple concept although it can seem difficult depending on your financial situation. Set up a budget to determine what you can realistically save monthly and stick to your target.

Find out the price range you qualify for

Your salary after tax, total monthly expenses, interest rate and loan term (years over which you will pay off your bond) are used to estimate the total loan amount you can afford. As a general rule, you should look at spending no more than a third of your monthly income (after tax and deductions) towards your monthly bond repayments. Make use of a bond calculator to

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understand what you can afford when buying a property.

Get a pre-approved loan

The fear of being rejected for a home loan is generally a huge concern for most first-time home buyers. To minimize the stress, get a pre-approved home loan before looking at prospective homes. This will go a long way to help boost your confidence and it may also provide you with an advantage in situations where there may be more than one offer on the table for a specific property.

The fact that your loan has already been approved makes your offer a more attractive proposition to the seller because of a shorter purchase process. Also there’s no chance of the offer failing at a later stage due to an unsuccessful loan application. This also strengthens your negotiating position, as you can confidently negotiate the price of a property due to your favourable position.

PROPERTY Be aware of applicable fees when buying a property

Be aware of the applicable fees payable by yourself as the buyer. Get information about all the up-front costs, levies, transfers etc.

These can be as much as 8% of the cost of the property. Some of the major costs are the conveyancing fees for bond registration and property transfer, as well as transfer duty, which is a government tax levied to transfer property from one owner to the next.

Be informed of all monthly accounts of owning property

Before committing yourself to owning a home, you need to familiarise yourself with the hidden costs of home ownership such as the municipal rates, levies and home owners insurance. Your monthly financial commitments on the property can easily add up to an amount you cannot afford.

House hunting

While you are viewing properties, make sure to focus on the house itself and not on the decoration or design. Identify all the defects and estimated costs to have them remedied. Take photos and get a second opinion. After walking through a few houses, the features of each house can begin to blur together.

Make a clear list of what you like and what you dislike of each property. It is also a good idea to view the properties in the day time and at night.

Some neighbourhoods can look totally different when the sun goes down.

Make an informed decision once you have weighed up the options on the properties that caught your eye.

Location, location, location

It is important to remember when you buy a property you are also buying into the neighbourhood. That is why it is important to identify the wants and needs you have of your home and the location before making the commitment to home ownership.

From crime rates to area amenities, there are many things that need to be considered. So begin by determining what’s most important to you as a home owner in the long term. Drawing up a list can be a good place to start and take all personal factors into consideration.

Don’t rush

Whether you are looking for your next residential home or an extension to your investment portfolio, it is a huge financial and personal commitment. Take your time while shopping for your dream property. Working with a reliable real estate agent is critical, but you still have the ability to slow the process down and not rush to the first house that fits your basic requirements.

Remember, you are the one who will own the house. So make sure that you’re making the right decision.

Finding and buying the right home for you and your family will take time. But by following these tips to help you stay focused and organized, you won’t have to worry about forgetting the features of the homes you visit—and you can be confident in your final choice.

More info contact: Terence info@redpepper.capetown www.redpepper.capetown

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THe COMpleTe IMAge SOluTION

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Willene Sieberhagen

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hata Romano is an International Image Consultancy that proudly empowers women and men throughwww.chataromano.com Personal Consultations, Workshops and the Makeover Experience. Through these various services, clients are introduced to The Complete Image Solution, a unique global system that provides individuals with their correct colours and styles for hair, makeup and clothing. The Chata Romano range of services are ideal for both the corporate and individual market. View a complete list of services on www.chataromano.com

FASHIONABLY IN BUSINESS Like it or not, you are being judged by how you look, how you dress, and how you carry yourself— and, if you’re lucky, how you do your job.

Impression management refers to the activity of controlling information in order to steer others’ opinions in the service of personal or social goals, in other words, what you want others to think about you and your business.

One such way is by dressing appropriately for the type of business you are conducting. Chata Romano Corporate Ambassador, Willene Sieberhagen, shares a few image enhancing tips for the workplace.

Workplace do’s and don’ts

Don’t: Exposed cleavage and midriffs Revealing too much skin never looks professional.

Do: Ensure your blouse covers the cleavage area and that the length is long enough to cover problem areas such as a rounded tummy or bottom. In this instance, the length should end just below the widest part of your hips.

Same advice goes for when you wear a jacket, but then best tuck in the shirt.

Don’t : High hemlines e.g. mini skirts Do: If you your knees and legs are slim and shapely you can wear a thigh length skirt. Your hemline should end approximately 4cm to 6cm above your knees.

Don’t : Skin tight pants and gaping blouse Do: Ensure a good fit, clothes should never be too loose or too tight. If you struggle finding the correct fit, e.g. fits around bottom, but waist band too wide, buy that size and have the waistband altered instead of squeezing into a smaller size.

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Don’t: Creased clothing Do: Properly ironed clothes create a good impression Don’t: Dirty / scuffed shoes Do: Clean, polished, professionally touched-up Don’t: Too much/too little make-up Do: The groomed professional always wear makeup in flattering shades that suit her skin tone Don’t: Flashy accessories Do: Avoid flashy or overwhelming accessories as people will be distracted by it when interacting with you.

Also keep accessories to a minimum when wearing a busy print top or jacket.

Don’t: Big bulky handbags Do: Lugging around a bulky bag looks sloppy and unprofessional and will make your shape look bigger. A bag should never be wider than your width, viewed from the side.

FASHION Don’t: Exposed underwear or visible lines Do: Wear nude or light-coloured underwear, or select a more sheer fabric than cotton (such as microfibre) or slimming undergarment such as Spanx. Avoid see-through bra straps – you can still see them!

Too casual vs Good for the office:

Too casual: Baggy pants with lots of detail e.g cargo pants.

Good for the office: Smart tailored pants with regular or no pocket detail.

Too casual: Bomber or patchwork type leather jackets.

Good for the office: A dark neutral classic cut leather jacket.

Too casual: Unstructured, oversized winter knits.

Good for the office: Pullover knits, cardigans or jackets are better choices.

Too casual: Too light or washed out denims Good for the office: A dark indigo or black denim in a straight or bootleg cut is perfect for casual Friday or when company dress code policy allows jeans to be worn.

Too casual: Shorts Good for the office: Most company dress codes are too conservative for shorts or even the smart short styles. However, if you work in fashion or creative industry – go for it!

Too casual: Leggings Good for the office: Leggings are too casual and tight fitting. If you like the style paired with boots in winter, opt for opaque tights with a knee high classic style boot and knee length dress or skirt.

Too casual: Spaghetti strap top Good for the office: Opt for wider strap that covers at least the width of a bra strap. A camisole works best.

A black knee length skirt and bold jacket colour suits Jo-Anne’s creative personality and her professional new look.

Hair Stylist: Gilbert and Shoneez from Spoilt www.spoiltsalon.co.za Tel 021 434 7112 Makeup by: Candice from Amoré Makeup Cell 076 924 9578 Photographer: Diaan De Beer www.diaandebeerphoto.com Cell 082 958 9828

Manage your personal or business brand by investing in a Chata Romano Corporate Confidence workshop or Personal Image Consultation. Willene Sieberhagen can be contacted on 082 451 1959 or willene@chataromano.com or visit www.chataromano.com for more image solutions.

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