The Women’s Health Matters conference was held yesterday, 3 September 2026, where Professor Zozo Nene spoke on the significance of early detection and diagnosis of endometriosis. The head of the Reproductive and Endocrine Unit at the University of Pretoria and the Steve Biko Academic Hospital said that the healthcare system must stop expecting women to […]
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After weeks of recovery and bed rest following health complications, Lamiez Holworthy, DJ and Metro FM radio host, is back on the radio with a different perspective. Lamiez took to social media in August 2026 to share her testimony and experience of being rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery after an ovarian cyst burst. […]
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Top Sex Positions That May Increase The Chances Of Pregnancy, According To Experts When couples decide they’re ready to start a family, one question often comes up surprisingly quickly: “Are there certain sex positions that make it easier to get pregnant?” It’s the kind of topic that gets discussed in WhatsApp groups, online forums and […]
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The start of a new year is the perfect moment to pause, reset, and check in with your health. After the festive season indulgences and the busy months ahead, January offers a fresh slate to set wellness intentions. But what exactly should women prioritize when it comes to their health? Here’s a guide to help […]
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As we step into 2026, more women are redefining what healthy living means, shifting from one-size-fits-all solutions toward intelligent, empowered and life-stage–aware choices. Here are some of the biggest trends that will shape women’s health in the coming year. Strength, functionality and midlife wellness Long gone are the days when wellness for women meant simply […]
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When Rachel Kolisi touched down in South Africa at sunrise, she didn’t just return from a trip — she returned from a milestone moment in her family’s journey. After spending days in France supporting her ex-husband, Siya Kolisi, as he reached his 100th Springbok Test cap, Rachel shared a tender post that quickly reminded South […]
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A Turn in the Journey After a celebratory trip to France, where she joined family and friends in cheering for the milestone occasion of Siya Kolisi, former Springbok captain and prominent South African, Rachel Kolisi returned home and headed straight to the hospital. Upon landing, she shared a serious reminder: women should prioritise their health […]
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When Life Throws the Unexpected Just before the world shifted under the weight of COVID-19, Ida Chibweza was navigating a busy life as an Executive Personal Assistant at Platinum Health Medical Scheme, balancing her career, a budding relationship, and dreams of marriage and motherhood. Then came a diagnosis that would change everything: breast cancer. “Cancer […]
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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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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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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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