IntroductionTraditional doctors, often known as traditional healers, play a crucial role in health systems worldwide, especially within communities where conventional medicine is less accessible or culturally distant. These practitioners use a blend of historical knowledge, cultural practices, and natural resources to treat a wide array of physical and mental ailments. Understanding Traditional DoctorsTraditional doctors encompass…
IntroductionAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an action-oriented approach that empowers individuals to accept things as they are while committing to positive change. It’s grounded in the belief that suffering stems not from the experience of emotional pain, but from our attempted avoidance of it. This therapy encourages embracing life’s challenges, reducing the impact of…
Karl Bremer Hospital, nestled in Bellville, Cape Town, is currently under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Reports and social media buzz indicate that the hospital’s Emergency Unit is buckling under significant pressure, painting a broader picture of healthcare capacity issues or a surge in medical emergencies in the region. The Current Scenario Recent…
Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, has resurfaced as a significant public health concern in South Africa, with cases now reported in the Western Cape. This viral zoonosis, which has symptoms resembling those of smallpox, has led to a heightened state of vigilance among health authorities. As of August 2024, Mpox has been declared a continental…
South Africa is currently experiencing an Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) outbreak, which has raised public health concerns across the nation. With six confirmed cases and two fatalities, this outbreak has drawn significant attention, especially as it unfolds within a broader, multi-country context. This blog post aims to provide an in-depth overview of the current…
