In ASAIPA independent practitioners form an alliance with other practitioners with similar interests in their area to mutually benefit from the union that they form locally and nationally.
Cancer can be a devastating diagnosis and can have a huge effect not only on the child but on the entire family. Although cancer in children and teenagers is rare, between 800 and 1000 children under the age of 15 in South Africa are diagnosed with cancer each year. Most childhood cancers can be treated …
Hundreds of children are diagnosed with cancer in SA each year Read More »
There is nothing quite like the excitement of travelling to new places, but between you and your dream destination there will probably be at least one long flight. According to the South African Society of Physiotherapy, three of the major causes of back pain are poor posture, inactivity and prolonged exposure to sitting, all of …
Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women of all races, with a lifetime risk of one in 29 in South Africa, according to the 2011 National Cancer Registry (NCR). An increased number of women who don’t have breast or ovarian cancer are being tested for BRCA and BRCA2 gene mutations associated with those …
60% of women who get breast cancer gene test don’t need it Read More »
Allergies to nuts and peanuts are quite common and can lead to severe allergic reactions. A severe allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening. But, having an allergy to one type of nut may not necessarily doom you to a lifelong avoidance of all nuts, a new study suggests. In fact, more than …
Treating someone with established osteoporosis is difficult, and therefore the key is to prevent it from developing in the first place. Identifying your risk factors early can help stop bone loss sooner rather than at a more advanced stage, when it may be more difficult to treat. Because there are no real symptoms until a …
With South Africa being one of the countries with the highest burden of tuberculosis (TB) in the world, it’s imperative that we make fast, accurate diagnoses of this disease. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) about 1% of the population develops TB each year. Combine this with HIV/Aids as the biggest killer in the …
SA researchers find urine test better for rapid TB testing Read More »
In partnership with Skin Renewal Whether you’re a teen or adult, acne is not a happy experience. The aim is to stop it developing beyond blackheads and the occasional pimple, or the monthly hormonal zits, into full-blown acne. So, experts tell us to take immediate action with a long-term acne control plan before the situation …
Oil foils: your skin-care guide for acne-prone skin Read More »
Last year, in a message to South Africans just before Christmas, Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa said: “One of our major concerns as a nation remains the high number of fatalities arising from road accidents. We therefore call on all road users, to obey the rules of the road. Don’t drink and drive, and please arrive …
Serious crash often a wake-up call for teen drivers Read More »
When we think of human rights, food, water and housing are probably the first things that come to mind. But, did you know, our human rights should also include cancer prevention? The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has three issues that are relevant when it comes to cancer prevention: health and wellbeing, food, and education. …
Following a healthy lifestyle can help prevent 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and strokes and 60% due to cancer. Here are five tips from experts on how to take a few simple steps towards living a healthier life. 1. Always eat breakfast “Breakfast is linked to improved nutrient intake, as well as improved …
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