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Friday, 14 June 2024, is World Blood Donor Day Why It’s Important Blood donations are critical for saving lives. Every two seconds, someone in the world needs blood. Donated blood is essential for surgeries, trauma care, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and childbirth complications. Regular donations ensure a stable blood supply for hospitals and medical facilities.

Children and adolescents’ mental well-being may be influenced by the environments they live in, particularly the schools they attend. In South Africa, where deep inequality, unemployment, high rates of crime, and social and economic challenges persist, addressing mental health becomes crucial. Physical health plays a significant role in mental health influences; healthy bodies are more

June is widely celebrated as Men’s Health Month, and communities worldwide observe this month as a period of raising awareness of men’s health issues. Despite the progress we’ve made in healthcare, men’s health remains a serious issue that is often overlooked in our busy daily lives. There is also a significant mortality gap between men

Stress triggers a surge of hormones that make the heart beat faster and narrow blood vessels, temporarily raising blood pressure. While stress alone doesn’t cause long-term hypertension, short spikes can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and damage to blood vessels, the heart, and kidneys over time. Persistent stress can also curtail blood flow to the

Hypertension is a common condition where the force of blood against the walls of arteries is consistently too high. The heart must work harder to pump blood, which can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mm Hg). A normal blood pressure reading is less than

Mother’s Day: A heartfelt reminder to all the incredible moms out there! Your tireless efforts, love, and care often put everyone else first. But remember, your health and wellness matter, too. Self-Care Is VitalJust as you prioritise your family’s well-being, making time for yourself is crucial. Self-care is not just a luxury, whether it’s a

Foreword May is Global Lupus Awareness Month, highlighting this lifelong illness. While lupus brings challenges, many live long, healthy lives by managing and preventing symptoms. At Zarcare, we value the power of sharing experiences and are honoured to present Sunette Leite’s inspiring story as she navigates lupus-related conditions. Please note that these personal stories reflect

Maintaining good health and well-being at work is essential for productivity and overall quality of life. People often forget how much of their lifetime is spent at work, whether it’s in cubicles in the heart of Durban Central, the quarry sites of Witbank or your workstation at home, you still need to stay healthy. Here

Many of us set goals to improve our health, such as losing weight, quitting smoking, or exercising more. However, sticking to these goals can be challenging, especially when we face obstacles, setbacks, or temptations. How can we stay positive and motivated to achieve our health and wellness goals?  Here are some tips that might help:

Understanding What Malaria is and Where it Comes From Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted to humans by certain types of mosquitoes. It is primarily found in tropical countries. Parasites cause the infection and do not spread directly from person to person. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, with mild symptoms including fever, chills,