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Rebuilding young lives begins with recognising that health goes beyond the physical. For vulnerable youth, true healing requires addressing emotional wounds, restoring dignity and creating safe, supportive environments where they can rebuild their sense of self and move forward with hope.
Making human dignity real requires all of us - government, civil society, communities and individuals to move beyond reflection and into action. Our children deserve more than survival. They deserve the opportunity to thrive.
Men in South Africa are less likely to seek medical care but the consequences extend far beyond the individual. This article explores why men’s health is ultimately a family and societal issue.
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, yet many people are unaware they have it until vision loss has already begun. Early detection and collective action are key to protecting sight and building a glaucoma-free future.
In many conversations about leadership, power is often measured by influence or position. Yet some of the most impactful leaders work quietly in spaces where recognition is rare, and where success is measured not in headlines but in changed lives.
South Africa is facing a growing obesity crisis that is driving a surge in non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and hypertension. With rising obesity rates among adults and children, health experts warn that urgent action is needed to address the environmental, social and lifestyle factors contributing to the problem. As the world marks World Obesity Day, the focus is shifting toward prevention, healthier food systems and stronger public health interventions to protect the country’s long-term health future.
Undetected hearing loss can quietly shape a child’s educational journey, affecting language, literacy, and confidence. This World Hearing Day, the call is clear: hearing care must begin in communities to ensure no child is left behind in the classroom.
Father involvement is more than a social ideal. It is a public-health issue with measurable benefits for child health, maternal wellbeing and long-term development outcomes in South Africa.
Regular physical activity plays a measurable role in brain health, influencing blood flow, neurotransmitters, memory formation, and long-term cognitive resilience. Exercise, research shows, is as vital for the brain as it is for the body.
Recent research has identified trace levels of hormone-disrupting chemicals in some sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa. While the findings have raised concern, understanding what these results really mean and what they don’t is essential for making informed, balanced decisions about menstrual health.
Walking works with the body, not against it. By lowering stress and supporting metabolic health, it creates the conditions needed for sustainable fat loss and long-term wellbeing.
Ginger may not trend, but its role in digestion, inflammation, and metabolic health is well supported by both tradition and modern research. Used consistently, this humble root offers a steady, accessible way to support everyday wellbeing without extremes.
South Africa faces a hidden nutrition crisis where undernutrition and obesity exist side by side. Understanding balanced diets is key to protecting long-term health across all stages of life.
South Africa’s blood supply is under pressure, and SANBS is urging the public to “Answer the Call” by donating blood. Following a post-festive drop in donations and ahead of the high-demand Easter period, the campaign highlights how one simple act can save up to three lives and ensure hospitals remain ready for emergencies. This is one call that can’t be ignored because lives are waiting on the other end of the line.
Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Day reminds us that long-term wellbeing is built through everyday choices. Nutrition, movement, and mental health shape how we live, age, and thrive in South Africa.
“We will embark on a national mission to end child stunting by 2030,” the President said, outlining a renewed focus on early nutrition and child development.
The postpartum period can be emotionally demanding, even when everything looks fine from the outside. Understanding postpartum mental health helps mothers feel less alone during this transition.
What began as step counters and fitness trackers has evolved into something more significant. Wearable technology is now part of the growing conversation around emergency support and modern health preparedness.
Epilepsy affects millions worldwide, yet misconceptions persist. This National Epilepsy Week, we explore what epilepsy really is, how seizures present, and why informed understanding matters more than ever.
Valentine’s Day may be filled with roses and romance, but the most important love story begins within. Healthy relationships aren’t built on chemistry alone - they’re built on emotional stability, self-awareness, and the courage to show up whole. This Valentine’s Day, we explore why self-wellness is the real foundation of lasting love.
A large Harvard-led study tracking 131,000 people for up to 43 years found moderate caffeinated coffee and tea intake linked to lower dementia risk, while decaf showed no association.
As next-generation Wi-Fi promises faster, smarter connectivity in 2026, we must pause and ask a more urgent question: are we making our children safer — or more exposed? In homes across the country, families sit together yet exist worlds apart, separated by screens that connect them to everyone except each other. The internet is a powerful tool for learning and opportunity, but without guidance and presence, it can also become an unregulated and unpredictable space for young minds. Safer Internet Day is not about fearing technology — it is about recognising that as digital access grows, parental awareness and involvement must grow with it. Our children do not need unlimited access. They need guidance, boundaries rooted in love, and adults who are present enough to protect them.
Blood donation plays a critical role in protecting maternal health during pregnancy and childbirth, helping prevent life-threatening complications and save the lives of mothers and babies in South Africa.
This tax season, South Africans are encouraged to turn generosity into lasting impact by investing in the futures of vulnerable children through Girls and Boys Town South Africa.
Drinking tea, particularly green tea, is linked to better heart health, improved metabolism, and lower risks of chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer. It ma...