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World food day: How to make sustainable eating work for you

Incorporate these practical tips for using locally sourced, plant-based, and minimally processed foods into your diet for a healthier, eco-friendly lifestyle.

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Breast cancer awareness: Early detection techniques you need to know

Discover essential techniques for self-examination, when to seek medical advice, and how to track changes in breast health to take proactive steps for your wellbeing.

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Monkeypox (Mpox): The facts, the myths and symptoms

Learn more about Monkeypox and what to look out for.

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Cancer related screenings for me​​​n

​According to the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), colorectal and prostate cancer are among the top 5 cancers diagnosed among South African men, while skin cancer is the most common cancer impacting at least 20,000 people in South Africa each year.

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Infertility in men

When a couple is struggling to get pregnant, the female is often blamed. However, in over a third of couples, male infertility could be the issue.

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Health Education For Men

Learn about the early symptoms and preventative treatments for prostate and testicular cancer.

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Men’s Health Awareness

What to look out for and how to perform a monthly testicular self-exam.

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​How to succeed? Get more sleep.

Speaker - Arianna Huffington

In this short talk, Arianna Huffington shares a small idea that can awaken much bigger ones: the power of a good night's sleep. Instead of bragging about our sleep deficits, she urges us to shut our eyes and see the big picture: We can sleep our way to increased…...

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The Sleep Recovery Program - Barry Bridges

Speaker - Barry Bridges
Barry Bridges is the founder of Successful Sleeper. A qualified sleep and recovery specialist based in South Africa, Cape Town who specializes in working with high performers, elite athletes DJs, and music producers globally regarding their sleep and recovery health. You can view more about Barry at www.successfulsleeper.com ​

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  How to use the sleep recovery program (14min)
The audio dives more into information about how to use the sleep recovery program coached by Barry through the audio recording.

  The sleep diary audio (7min)
Learn how to track your sleep data understand how to improve your sleep hygiene and create awareness for improving your sleep health.

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RISE AND THRIVE: A breakfast revolution for peak performance

Revolutionise your mornings and uncover expert tips to kick-start your day with delicious and energising
choices. Let’s transform the way you fuel your success.

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PATHWAYS TO HEALING: Focusing on mental health well-being

The psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis can have a significant impact on your mental well-being. Here, we share coping strategies, resilience techniques, and support for navigating cancerrelated challenges.

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Cancer awareness

Research has uncovered many habits that have been associated with an increased risk of cancer. Creating and committing to healthy habits can lower your risk of getting cancer and improve your cancer journey if you already have a cancer diagnosis.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a disability that occurs in the brain during pregnancy. The symptoms of autism are only noticeable within the first three years of a child’s life and they vary from child to child. In South Africa, it is estimated that 2% or 1 in 36 children are autistic.

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a neurological condition that affects both the nervous and immune systems. It develops slowly over time, and is thought to be triggered by a viral infection, trauma (major life event) or major surgery.

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Sick Notes

What constitutes a valid sick note?

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