It’s that time of year when grass pollens, tree pollens, weed pollens and mouldy indoors arrive to take your breath away – with an allergic reaction. Hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis symptoms are what millions of sufferers fear each September. These are; stuffy-itchy-runny-sneezing noses; watery-red-itchy eyes, swollen eyelids, itchy throat, blocked ears, blurred vision […]
By now, we know how integral honey bees are to the ecosystem. There are many types of bees in the world, but there are more honey bees than any other type. Honey bees are the world’s most important food crop pollinator. It is estimated that one-third of the food consumed daily relies on pollination. Honey […]
In 2021, almost everyone is online. We all rely on the internet for entertainment, work research, study material, and more: kids, teens, grown-ups! And let us not forget the most prominent time-consumer – social media. But, aside from all the benefits of being part of the technological revolution, definite dangers lurk online, especially for innocent […]
Depression and suicide are devastating killers. Someone might choose to commit suicide for many reasons. Most times, the person has suffered from a mental health disorder that is stress and health-related. Depression is a primary culprit, a feeling of hopelessness and despair that can be absolutely debilitating. AFSP says that depression is a common condition associated […]
Most times, chest pain is a cause for further medical investigation. The best thing to do about persistent chest pain is to see your doctor. Emergency rooms are open 24/7 for urgent care. The main concern around chest pain is the chance of it being a heart attack. There are other causes too, of course. […]
Workplace safety is an essential factor to consider when managing a business, especially if you have just started. Anything can happen, and to help you prevent harmful incidents, researching hazards and putting safety measures into effect ASAP can protect your company and its employees. This is even more true in the reopening of business amidst […]
Driving on wet roads can be dangerous, especially if you haven’t had your tires and breaks checked. It is always best to be prepared when you take the road, especially in SA, where weather conditions can change instantly. When the skies open and the first drops fall, roads suddenly become wet and slippery, that’s when […]
On 30 July 2021, the AfriForum neighbourhood watches in the central regions across South Africa, stood together in AfriForum’s national mass patrol.
There is nothing more uncomfortable than having obstructed breathing. We need air to facilitate every function in the body. If deprived of oxygen for too long, we can suffer irreparable brain damage and other nasty side effects. Shortness of breath, also known as dyspnoea, is a condition where it is difficult to get air into […]
Freezing weather can be extremely dangerous. Cold weather is usually associated with winter storms. Besides cold temperatures, we need to deal with power failures, loss of communication services and icy roads – all detrimental to our safety. When an emergency like hypothermia happens, getting the proper service is just that much more difficult in winter […]
