Breast tenderness before your period? These pain relief tricks from gynaes might help
Getting your period is already A Whole Thing. And having to deal with breast tenderness before your period is just the cherry on top of the PMS sundae.
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‘Tis the season for some sneezing, but is it allergies or a cold?
Spring is here and with it comes the highs and lows of seasonal allergies and ailments. But, how do you know if it’s allergies or something a little
More evidence flu vaccine is safe during pregnancy
Pregnant women can take comfort in new findings that suggest flu vaccines won’t harm their foetuses. Canadian researchers examined data on more than 104 000 children born
Do we really need 8 glasses of water a day?
Everybody is familiar with the recommendation that one should drink eight glasses of water per day. If you consider that two-thirds of the adult human body is
Can sugar really weaken your immune system?
Reducing your sugar intake is a major struggle – and quitting it altogether is even harder. Most of us wouldn’t be able to go even
Is your pelvic pain a sign of endometriosis?
Women with pelvic pain should consider the possibility of endometriosis and discuss it with their doctor, an expert in gynaecology says. While pelvic pain can be a
The Digital Difference: An Interview with @DrLeetheGP
Dr Claudine Lee is a GP with a diabetic and wellness care centre in Hilton, Pietermaritzburg. As one of last year’s winners at the ASAIPA
Does soy help reduce your levels of bad cholesterol?
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) might soon revoke soy’s longstanding claim to boost cardiovascular health. But now comes long-term research that appears to bolster the
My phlegm is yellow, do I need antibiotics?
Coughing and wheezing, sniffles and sneezing are all symptoms of a cold, flu or even a sinus infection. These symptoms may leave you feeling down and lousy. Over-the-counter
Genetic testing helps family uncover inherited heart condition
Kristen Criss’ father died of complications from a stroke, her mother died from a heart condition at age 40 and her sister passed away at 33. Still,