by Women's Health | Oct 1, 2025 | Physical Health
You’ve probably heard that some types of cancer are mysteriously rising in people under age 50. Right now, the list includes colon and rectal cancers, followed by uterine, blood, kidney and breast. And maybe you’ve also heard that when it comes to cancer,...
by Women's Health | Sep 18, 2025 | Sexual Health
Okay, so getting a Pap smear is definitely not our definition of fun, but it’s crucial that we get it done. With as many as 10 500-11 000 new cases of cervical cancer recorded annually in South Africa, it’s now the leading cause of female cancer-related deaths...
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...
