Health

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is urging men to take their health more seriously this Men’s Health Month, especially when it comes to conditions that often go unnoticed until they become serious. Many men only seek help when symptoms start affecting their daily lives. By then, the condition may already be advanced. “Too many men wait until something feels seriously wrong before seeking help,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity … [Read more...] about Men’s Health: The Silent Killers to Watch Out For

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is urging men to take their health more seriously this Men’s Health Month, especially when it comes to conditions that often go unnoticed until they become serious. Many men only seek help when symptoms start affecting their daily lives. By then, the condition may already be advanced. “Too many men wait until something feels seriously wrong before seeking help,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity … [Read more...] about Men’s Health: The Silent Killers to Watch Out For

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the importance of understanding addiction as a health condition rather than a personal failure during SANCA Drug Awareness Week (22–27 June). Drug addiction is often misunderstood. Many people still think it’s simply a choice, but it’s far more complex than that. Over time, drugs can affect how the brain works, especially the parts that control reward, decision-making, and self-control. It is for … [Read more...] about Drug Addiction and Recovery: Breaking the Stigma

Weelee, South Africa’s most trusted buying and selling used car marketplaces, is proud to announce its support for the introduction of a state-of-the-art liver perfusion machine at Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre (WDGMC), the first transplant centre on the African continent to implement this life-saving technology.This advanced machine perfusion system allows donor livers to be kept functioning outside the body, enabling clinicians to assess, monitor, and actively optimise organ condition in … [Read more...] about Weelee Supports Groundbreaking Liver Perfusion Technology at Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre – First in Africa

Dr Andrew Sidelsky unveils a new website and refreshed identity for the Sandton practice, building on more than a decade of patient care SANDTON, JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, June 12, 2026 — After more than twelve years of caring for patients in Sandton, Dr Andrew Sidelsky has officially launched Sky Dental Clinic Sandton, a new chapter for the practice previously known as Thinc Sandton. The rebrand marks a fresh identity rather than a fresh start. Every dentist, hygienist, and member of the … [Read more...] about Dr Andrew Sidelsky Launches Sky Dental Clinic Sandton

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is encouraging young people to take a more active role in their health as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a part of everyday life. Artificial intelligence is no longer something that only belongs in science fiction. This Youth Day (16 June), it is already being used in practical ways to assist young people in better understanding their bodies, managing their mental wellbeing, developing healthier … [Read more...] about How AI Can Help Young People Take Charge of Their Health

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting World Heart Rhythm Week (1–7 June) by urging people to be more aware of their heart health. Many heart conditions develop without obvious symptoms, but advances in technology are making it easier to pick up early warning signs, often before anything feels wrong. Why Heart Rhythm Matters More Than You Think Your heart works on a rhythm. When that rhythm becomes irregular, it’s known as … [Read more...] about Smart Wearables: How AI Is Detecting Heart Issues Early

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is marking National Blood Donor Month by showing how donating blood saves lives and helps people in urgent medical situations. “Blood donation is one of the clearest ways people can make a direct difference in someone else’s life,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “A single donation can support emergency care, major treatment, and recovery for patients of all ages. It is a simple act, but its impact … [Read more...] about Who Needs Your Blood? Real Stories Behind Donations

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is raising awareness of Tourette’s Syndrome, a neurological condition often misunderstood. Tourette’s Syndrome (TS) causes repeated, involuntary movements and sounds known as tics. It usually begins in childhood, most commonly between the ages of five and ten, and tends to affect boys more often than girls. While many people associate Tourette’s with swearing, this is uncommon and only seen in a small … [Read more...] about What Is Tourette Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Explained

The South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) has called for urgent and measurable action to resolve the escalating supplier debt crisis within Gauteng’s public health system, warning that continued delays in payments and procurement failures are placing both healthcare delivery and supplier sustainability at serious risk.The call comes ahead of the Gauteng Department of Health’s hospital-level engagements with suppliers on 27 May, following MEC for Health and Wellness Faith … [Read more...] about SAMED Calls for Urgent Action as Gauteng Health Supplier Debt Crisis Reaches Critical Point

The South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) has called for urgent and measurable action to resolve the escalating supplier debt crisis within Gauteng’s public health system, warning that continued delays in payments and procurement failures are placing both healthcare delivery and supplier sustainability at serious risk.The call comes ahead of the Gauteng Department of Health’s hospital-level engagements with suppliers on 27 May, following MEC for Health and Wellness Faith … [Read more...] about SAMED Calls for Urgent Action as Gauteng Health Supplier Debt Crisis Reaches Critical Point

The South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) has called for urgent and measurable action to resolve the escalating supplier debt crisis within Gauteng’s public health system, warning that continued delays in payments and procurement failures are placing both healthcare delivery and supplier sustainability at serious risk.The call comes ahead of the Gauteng Department of Health’s hospital-level engagements with suppliers on 27 May, following MEC for Health and Wellness Faith … [Read more...] about SAMED Calls for Urgent Action as Gauteng Health Supplier Debt Crisis Reaches Critical Point

Johannesburg: Friends, family, and supporters are rallying behind Tyrique Daniels after the young South African was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML), an aggressive cancer affecting the blood and bone marrow.Since February 2026, Tyrique has spent months in and out of hospital undergoing intensive chemotherapy treatment. He is currently in the consolidation phase of chemotherapy — a critical stage focused on eliminating any remaining cancer cells in his body. While the treatment is … [Read more...] about Standing With Tyrique As He Fights Cancer

Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is raising awareness about the dangers of sepsis and the importance of recognising early warning signs that could save lives. Sepsis is a serious condition that occurs when the body’s response to an infection begins to damage its own tissues and organs. It can develop rapidly and become life-threatening without prompt treatment. It can arise from almost any infection, including those affecting the lungs, … [Read more...] about 6 Warning Signs of Sepsis You Should Never Ignore