Conditions & Care

By Dr Jacques Conradie — Neurosurgeon What is the leading cause of disability globally? It’s not trauma or stroke-related. The answer might shock you: it’s lower back pain. As we approach World Spine Day on 16 October, it is important to raise awareness about spinal pain, the disability it can cause, and the importance of

By Dr Wicus Grové — Emergency Medicine When someone suddenly collapses or is critically injured, everything can change within seconds. There is rarely time for long discussions. In those first few minutes, survival may depend on recognising danger, calling for help and starting the right action immediately. Whether the emergency is sudden cardiac arrest, a

By Dr Andile Pieterson & Dr Ayanda Mthembu (TwinsOnEyes) — Optometrists Simple Steps for Better Eye Health This National Eye Care Awareness Month September is recognised in South Africa as National Eye Care Awareness Month an important opportunity to pause and consider one of our most precious senses: our eyesight. Vision plays a central role

By Dr Ntokozo Mzimela — Pathologist (Microbiology), Lancet Laboratories, in conversation with Clive Maistry Dr. Ntokozo Mzimela chats with Clive Maistry about recent outbreaks and what South African clinicians need to know Clive Maistry: Ntokozo, you mentioned you had an interesting conversation recently that got you thinking about Legionella. Tell me what happened. Dr. Ntokozo

By Dr Andile Pieterson & Dr Ayanda Mthembu (TwinsOnEyes) — Optometrists Women account for nearly two thirds of visually impaired individuals globally. This disproportionate burden is driven by longer life expectancies, biological and hormonal differences, a higher prevalence of autoimmune conditions and cosmetic trends. Recognizing these specific vulnerabilities is crucial for protecting women’s vision The

By Dr Jasmine Ramiah — Clinical Haematology Understanding blood cancers and the power of stem cell donation. Clinical Haematology The word leukemia may evoke thoughts of terminal, painful cancer and whilst true there are often preconceived misnomers or perceptions of the development and how stem cell donation can essentially save a life. Leukemia stems from

By Dr Nqobile Manzini — Cardiothoracic Surgeon Why early recognition, structured surveillance and timely valve intervention can change the course of disease Aortic stenosis may remain quiet for years. The murmur is often the first warning, long before the patient describes classical symptoms. That is why careful listening, correct investigation and timely referral matter. A

By Dr Khutso N. Sebetseba — Paediatrician | Pocket Paediatrics with Dr K A two-week-old baby is brought to my rooms because he’s “not feeding well.” His weight gain has slowed. His mother worries he is still hungry after every feed. A well-meaning relative has suggested that her milk is “too thin.” Another has advised

By Dr Eathon Pekeur — Sports Medicine No two injuries are ever the same, yet every injury begins in remarkably similar fashion. Whether you have rolled an ankle, strained your back, bruised your knee or cut your finger, your body immediately begins a coordinated healing response. This response is known as inflammation. Inflammation is neither

By Dr Andile Pieterson & Dr Ayanda Mthembu (TwinsOnEyes) — Optometrists When most people think of influenza, commonly known as the flu, they associate it with symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, fatigue and congestion. While influenza is primarily a respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses many people are unaware that it