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Hearing the silent screams of victims of sex trafficking: Seek help safely at 38 Netcare emergency departments

Ahead of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on 30 July, Netcare has launched a programme in 38 emergency departments to identify, support and protect women who have been trafficked…

Morgan Cadle July 29, 2026

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Whooping cough is back: Protect your family

The distinctive high-pitched sound of someone gasping for air in the severe coughing spasms associated with pertussis explains why it is commonly known as ‘whooping cough’. “Pertussis is a highly…

Morgan Cadle November 18, 2025

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ADHD: From fringe condition to mainstream recognition the many faces of attention deficit or hyperactivity disorder

Thursday, 16 October 2025: Procrastination, risk-taking, impulsivity, difficulty completing tasks, and problems maintaining focus are among the features of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in adults. In children, these symptoms often…

Graeme Lund October 16, 2025

Wellness

Preventing Falls: The silent danger behind the second leading cause of injury deaths

Tips to reduce fall risks and how to recognise when urgent medical help is needed. After road accidents, falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide and…

Graeme Lund September 16, 2025