Gynaecology
Gynaecology If you became somewhat uncomfortable when reading the title of this article, you definitely aren’t the only one. This uncomfortable feeling, however, is not one that you should be feeling. Some how, we have managed to make the practical, logical and necessary health concerns of females around the world a taboo subject. Fortunately there is a conscious move towards making woman feel comfortable and unashamed about taking control of their sexual and reproductive health. A Gynaecologist is a doctor that specializes in the treatment
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Gynaecologists
Gynaecologists are medical doctors specializing in the female reproductive system's health, including the uterus, ovaries, and breasts
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What is an Orthoptist? Understanding Their Role in Eye Health and Vision Care
Orthoptists are healthcare professionals who focus on diagnosing and managing eye movement disorders and binocular vision problems
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Could you benefit from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a popular psychological tool used by mental health practitioners, and if often described as being similar to cognitive-behaviour therapy. ACT is categorised as a psychological intervention tool that uses the concept of ‘acceptance’, mindfulness skills, and commitment strategies to improve the way a person thinks and to make their mental state healthier.
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What is the Alexander Technique? A Comprehensive Guide to Its Principles and Benefits
Exploring how practicing the Alexander Technique can contribute to stress relief and improved mental health.
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SCENAR Therapy
SCENAR Therapy is a scientific acronym that stands for Self Controlled Energo-Neuro Adaptive Regulator. The aim of the therapy is to correct communication between the brain and the body, resulting in faster healing.
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What Does an Endocrinologist Do? Understanding Hormonal Health and When to Seek Help
In South Africa, where conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances are on the rise, understanding the role of an endocrinologist is more important than ever.
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CrossFit
CrossFit You either love it or you hate it, or you just really hate the people who love it. Either way, CrossFit is a fitness revolution that has taken the world by storm. CrossFit is arguably one of the most challenging fitness choices and should not be taken lightly. CrossFit can be defined as a fitness regime that knows no specialization – meaning that the workout aims to create proficiency at a variety of different skills. The workout itself is based around performing a wide variety of different strengthening workouts that target differe
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Why would you need to go to a pathology laboratory and how do you prepare?
Arrive at the pathology laboratory on time for your appointment to ensure that your test is performed promptly.
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Massage: How can it help you?
Massage is renowned as a therapeutic discipline that has physical health benefits, as well as mental health benefits. Massage can be restorative and rehabilitative for damaged muscles, strained ligaments, or stiff joints, and can help to surface emotional turmoil, ease stress, or simply improve mood.
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Bikram Yoga
What many people don’t know prior to their Yoga journey is that there are a variety of practices to choose from. Each practice is designed to suit certain physical and mental goals or preferences, and choosing the right one is key. This article will be focused on the strenuous and sweat inducing practice known as Bikram Yoga. What is Bikram Yoga? Bikram Yoga is a practice that follows a very specific flow. The practice must contain twenty-six poses and two breathing exercises in the space of 90 minutes in a room that is heated to approximatel
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Personal Shoppers
Some people know how to throw an outfit together just by looking at it on the shelf. Some people have the patience and the stamina to shop for hours, try on endless amounts of clothing and persevere until their wardrobe is up to date. Some of us, however, just don’t. This is where personal shoppers become the lifesavers of the fashion impaired or even just for the time constrained.
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What is a medical tattoo?
Medical tattoos are typically placed in easily visible locations on the body, such as the wrist, forearm, or chest
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Prenatal Personal Training
Prenatal Personal Trainers It goes without saying that your body is going to change immensely whilst you carry a child inside of you, so many women are often confused as to how they should treat their body during pregnancy. Despite the advice your mother and grandmother have given you about the dangers of exercise during pregnancy, prenatal exercise can have massive benefits if done safely and correctly. Prenatal Personal Trainers have two specific goals in mind. Firstly, the want to train your body to have an easy and non-complicated labour
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The Role of Buteyko Breathing in Stress Reduction and Mental Clarity
The Buteyko Breathing Technique offers a powerful tool for reducing stress and enhancing mental clarity.
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Treating Breast Cancer – A Holistic Approach
The genes in our cell’s nucleus – the “control room” of the cell – can sometimes undergo abnormal changes or mutations.
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