Did you know that there are approximately 30 gun-related killings that take place in South Africa daily? According to the 2020-21 annual report by Gun Free South Africa, gun violence has become the leading cause of violent crimes in the country. From 2016 to 2021, there was a 54.8% increase in the number of people […]
Did you know there’s an increase in fatal injuries relating to children in South Africa? According to the Child Gauge Report, school children are the most vulnerable. With the recent fatal incident at a preschool in Bedfordview, resulting in the death of a 3-year-old boy, it’s crucial for you as a parent to stay alert […]
Dogs are affectionate and loyal companions, making great additions to any household. However, many dogs in animal shelters are waiting for their forever homes. Adopting a rescue dog can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience for both the dog and the adopter. Here are reasons why you should consider adopting a rescue dog: You’re Saving […]
In South Africa, it is legal to drink alcohol when you’re over the age of 18. However, sometimes people overdo it and drink excessive amounts at a time. To a point where they end up in the hospital or injure themselves or somebody else. Your body can only process a certain amount of alcohol. When […]
Having a first aid kit is a necessity. A first aid kit holds all the emergency essentials in case of an injury at home, on the road or on the sports field. Your office should also have a kit on site if anyone has a minor injury at work. First aid kits are quite popular, […]
If you have ever had a dislocated joint, you will understand that it can be extremely painful if not treated correctly. It can jeopardise your mobility since you must rest your joint for weeks. A dislocated finger is not only painful but very inconvenient. We use our hands for most tasks, and just one dislocated […]
The golden rule is if you are bleeding from your ear, call a doctor and get to the hospital immediately for emergency treatment if the bleeding results from a head injury. According to Healthgrades.com, the ear consists of three main areas: The outer ear, made up of the external ear and ear canal. In the […]
Having an emergency response panic button on speed dial means getting the assistance you need timeously in a catastrophic event. In an emergency, response timing is everything, it’s the difference between a good or bad outcome and even life and death. But why not rely on the traditional way of getting help? Why use the […]
In this age of relentless high-stress levels, it is not unusual to experience a racing heartbeat or pounding beating in your ears. Tachycardia is the medical term for a rapid heart rate, which is defined as 100-150 beats per minute. Many types of irregular heart rhythms can cause tachycardia. The heart beats between 60 and […]
When you hurt your head, it’s crucial to ensure that you do not have a concussion. Concussion tests assess your brain function after a head injury. Most concussion tests consist of questionnaires or symptom checklists, explains Cleveland Clinic. The tests check for factors such as alertness, memory loss, the ability to focus, how fast you […]
