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The Free State province is home to small towns that offer a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history and a vibrant culture. They offer authentic and memorable experiences away from bustling city life. Here’s a look at three small towns in the Free State province which are worth a visit. Clarens Often referred to […]
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In the midst of a worldwide crisis of masculinity, South Africans are gearing up to celebrate Father’s Day this month. While all children benefit from loving, caregiving relationships with their fathers, it is particularly hard for boys to cultivate positive male identities if their fathers are absent or uninvolved in their lives. What can make […]
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There’s something quietly magical about the way a father’s presence can shape a child’s world. Whether he’s tying shoelaces, fixing a dripping tap, or offering a silent nod of encouragement from the sidelines, the impact of present dads runs deeper than most realise. Now, if you are South African, you would know why it’s important […]
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When a man hears the words, “You’re going to be a dad,” everything changes, sometimes faster than he can Google “how to change a diaper.” The journey to fatherhood, especially for first-timers, is less about mastering baby books and more about adjusting to a whole new world where sleep is rare and love hits like […]
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Menstruation is a monthly reality for most women, but what about menstrual hygiene? What does that look like? That’s where the conversation often goes silent, or worse, gets swept under a rug like it’s something shameful. However, good menstrual hygiene is about so much more than just “being clean.” It’s about dignity, comfort, and overall […]
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If you’ve ever wanted to be a hero without wearing a cape or saving kittens from trees, donating blood might be your moment. One pint can save up to three lives, according to the American Red Cross—now that’s some serious superhero math. However, before you roll up your sleeve, there’s a little prep work to […]
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It’s just a mole…Or is it? Here’s what every woman should know. Melanoma is the seventh most common cancer among South African women, and according to CANSA, the lifetime risk is 1 in 279. While it may be less common than other types of skin cancer, it is also the most dangerous. The good news? […]
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects over 2.8 million people worldwide, and around 74% of those diagnosed are women. Yet the real-life implications of MS often go unheard. From symptoms that are hard to explain, to unavoidable physical limitations that develop over time, MS can become an invisible storm in anyone’s daily world. In the spirit of […]
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Your heart has one job: keep the beat going. However, what happens when it starts skipping steps, racing without reason, or drumming to its own chaotic rhythm? During World Heart Rhythm Week, there’s no better time to tune in to the subtle signs of arrhythmia—because your heart might be whispering a warning long before it […]
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Hormonal health is often treated as a footnote in women’s healthcare. Symptoms are downplayed, dismissed, or brushed off as stress, age, or “just one of those things.” But hormone imbalances can have wide-reaching effects on your physical and emotional well-being, and some signs are too serious to ignore, even if you’ve been told they’re nothing […]
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Fatigue is a red flag, but iron deficiency anaemia can show up in sneakier ways. Here’s what to watch for… Iron deficiency anaemia is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide, and women are disproportionately affected. Heavy menstrual bleeding, pregnancy, and certain health conditions can all drain iron levels, leaving your body struggling to make enough […]
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It’s easy to think smoking is old news—something from a time when people lit up in restaurants and movie stars puffed away glamorously on screen. However, despite growing awareness, tobacco use is still quietly doing real damage. World No Tobacco Day, marked every year on May 31st, is more than just a calendar event—it’s a […]
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