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Vitality and Google announced a global partnership to launch Vitality AI. This new platform will integrate Google Cloud’s advanced AI and data analytics, with Vitality’s vast health datasets and behaviour-change expertise, to transform how millions worldwide understand and manage their health. The announcement of Vitality AI marks a major leap forward in personalised, preventative healthcare on a global scale. For South…
We’ve all been there: you feel unwell, notice a symptom, or forget how to take a medication, and your first instinct is to turn to Google. But search engines can’t tell you what’s safe for you, and online information is often outdated, incomplete, or misleading. Your pharmacist, however, can. Pharmacists don’t just hand over prescriptions. They’re highly trained healthcare professionals, committed…
The recent visit of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Global Board Members to South Africa marks a renewed commitment by the international non-profit organization in supporting the country’s ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS. As South Africa continues to grapple with the world’s highest number of people living with HIV, the presence of these global leaders sends a strong message of solidarity,…
Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) is emerging as a serious health threat across South Africa, particularly in underserved communities where access to healthcare remains limited. Globally, PH affects around 1% of the population, which equates to approximately 80 million people. It has been estimated that PH is likely to be more prevalent in the developing world (including South Africa) because of the higher presence…
As part of efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and mobilise communities to engage in physical exercise, the Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo‑Ralehoko joined thousands of participants at the annual 702 Walk the Talk in Pretoria. The MEC led over 190 officials from the Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) who took part in one of three walking routes:…
Lung cancer has typically been one of the most feared prognoses, and also one of the challenging cancers to treat, largely because it isn’t very noticeable at first, and is often just perceived by the patient to be something minor, such as a bothersome cough. This leads to late-stage diagnoses, by which time this aggressive condition has taken hold. In…
The healthcare industry is on the brink of radical transformation such as we’ve never experienced before. And as medical technology advances, healthcare is extending its scope beyond simply arriving at medicinal solutions but also into redefining the very possibilities of healthcare. As we innovate, we must confront an often-overlooked issue: that of unmet medical needs. These are conditions for which…
Think all athletes run or swim? Think again! In esports, athletes battle it out from the comfort of a chair! But don’t be fooled—esports demands serious stamina, razor-sharp reflexes, and unmatched focus. Hyprop MTN Shift Gaming Experience offers essential tips to help gamers optimise their nutrition for better performance and overall health. Whether you’re a casual player or a professional,…
This Women’s Month we celebrate Kerri-Lee Taylor, an exceptional female entrepreneur whose work is transforming women’s lives. As the founder of Kiko Vitals, a leading wellness brand, Kerri-Lee is dedicated to restoring physical well-being and nurturing the inner lives of conscious modern women. In today’s fast-paced world, women face unique challenges, with hormonal imbalances often affecting their overall well-being. Recognising this…
NOW Foods is proud to support Stress and IBS Awareness Month this April, focusing on the theme “Healthy Mind, Happy Gut: Navigating Stress and Digestive Health.”This initiative underscores the importance of understanding stress, recognising its impact on digestive health, and providing solutions for managing stress, anxiety, and IBS symptoms. Stress Awareness Month prompts us to acknowledge the signs of burnout…