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5 Tips to help combat the symptoms of colds and flu

With cold weather comes unwanted sniffles, coughs and headaches, all associated with colds and flu. This is the season that is most dreaded by parents when it comes to looking after their family and keeping them safe from getting sick. “Giving your family the best care, from the youngest member to the oldest, is a […]

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How to deal with a clingy person

If you often use the words annoying or irritating when referring to someone, chances are that person is clingy and needy. Can that relationship be saved? By: Lindiwe Mciteka Pictures: XX “I bumped into an old acquintance from high school while shopping one day. We exchanged numbers and had our first social hangout that weekend. […]

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How to care for your chronically ill child

When your child has a chronic illness, you become the primary caregiver. And, knowing what to do when needed the most can make a huge difference in your lives. By Fundiswa Nkwanyana Finding out that your child has a chronic condition can make you feel sad, guilty, angry and powerless. And keeping up with your […]

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Pros and cons of job-hopping

The old cycle of starting a job in your early 20s and only leaving upon retirement is no longer the norm. But, is it true that you have to stay in a job for at least two years, or that job-hopping can hurt your career? Gugulethu Mhlungu finds out. Picture XXX Given that many late […]

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Claiming from your spouse’s estate

If you are married, it’s important to understand what will happen to your marital property when you die. Samke Mhlongo explains what is involved when claiming from your spouse’s estate after their death. Picture this: you’re watching an African movie about a loving husband, his wife and their two young children. The husband dies from […]

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How hobbies improve your well-being

Hobbies are not just for children; you actually need them in your life. Here’s how hobbies improve your well-being. By Gugulethu Mhlungu My grandmother retired a few years ago, and moved to Durban to live with my mother and brother. She walks the dog every day, often spends hours at the sea, and has a […]

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Intimacy and sex after a baby

Giving birth drastically changes your body, and this can severely impact your sexual experiences and perception of your body. Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng finds out how you can manage these challenges while maintaining a healthy sex life. The expectations and scrutiny society has around women’s bodies and what they should look like is undeniable. This is […]

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