Being involved in a road accident can be devastating. Besides having had a brush with injury or death, there is the trauma and the aftermath that need to be dealt with. Being on the scene, can be confusing and overwhelming, and you might not know which steps to take to be safe and to meet […]
Traffic can be a schlep, especially after a long day at the office. These days, South Africa’s roads are known for the backed up lanes, especially in the morning before 9am and in the evening when everyone is trying to rush home and relax! Bumper-to-bumper traffic doesn’t seem to have any danger attached to it […]
It can be a scary realisation, especially if you are alone, that someone could be following you. Whether you are walking, driving or even walking in a public place like the mall, it is easy to notice someone lurking behind you suspiciously. How do I know that I’m not just being paranoid? Pay attention […]
There has been quite a bit of controversy over the last few years regarding the performance of certain medical emergency transport companies. Patients have complained of the tardiness of EMS workers, and in some instances, the ambulance or means of emergency transport doesn’t show up altogether, which could be the difference between life and death […]
When you are involved in a car accident, or have fallen victim to a crime, the first thing you should do is call the police and other relevant services such as the ambulance. Having a trained law enforcement officer on the scene can be an invaluable source of help, especially to ensure that all procedures […]
In South Africa, Easter Weekend is notorious for its high road accident death toll. Many people choose to go away on holiday for the long Easter weekend, and as the weather changes from summer to rainier days in certain areas, the traffic becomes heavier and the roads fuller and more dangerous. How do you stay […]
All people should ensure that they learn First Aid, as emergency situations will at some tome or other inevitably arise. Many times, however, people are clued up on how to only save the life of another, but hardly consider that they may find themselves in a situation where they need to save themselves. So, what […]
Toothache can be debilitating. It can strike anytime, anywhere. There are several medications available to help take the edge off the pain, but what do you do when you do not have any at hand? Well, there are natural remedies that you can find in your pantry that could ease your suffering! Cloves It […]
When you have fallen victim to a violent crime, there are several processes you are required to see through in order to assist the investigation carried out by police and your insurer, if applicable. The most daunting is the ordeal of having to be physically examined by a medical professional. As traumatic as this is, […]
