by Chamain van Zyl | Mar 27, 2025 | Physical Health
We’ve all done it – skipped a dose or abandoned a treatment plan because of work, exercise, or a big event. But this seemingly harmless habit is fuelling a global health crisis. World Adherence Day, debuting on 27 March 2025, is here to change that, urging...
by Women's Health | Feb 4, 2025 | Physical Health
Engaging in regular physical activity before a cancer diagnosis can significantly reduce the risk of cancer progression and mortality, according to new research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. The study, conducted by Discovery Vitality in...
by Chamain van Zyl | Oct 24, 2024 | Physical Health
At just 16, Lizelle Knott faced her first cancer diagnosis – Non-Hodgkin’s B-cell Lymphoma. What followed was a rollercoaster of chemotherapy, surgeries and life-changing diagnoses. Now, at 43, she’s living with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, but her story is...
by Women's Health | Oct 18, 2024 | Relationships
In October 2017, I felt a small, hard mass sitting above my right breast. At first, I assumed it was a clogged milk duct from breastfeeding my 18-month-old son, Freddie. I tried hot showers and cold packs, but it didn’t go away. While I wasn’t overly concerned, I made...
by Women's Health | Oct 16, 2024 | Physical Health
Receiving an early-breast-cancer diagnosis can feel like a shock to your system, prompting a wave of emotions that can range from fear to sadness, and everything in between. While you’re trying to get your wits about you, know that what to do next is at the ready for...
