Researchers: Jagidesa Moodley, Yogan Pillay, Olive P. Khaliq November 2025 What Is The Study About? South Africa, like many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), is now facing a double burden of disease, rising rates of non-communicable diseases alongside ongoing infectious disease challenges. Increasing numbers of women of reproductive age are entering pregnancy with obesity, diabetes, hypertension and HIV – conditions that significantly raise the risk of maternal and

Vaginal tightening in South Africa is a rapidly growing field, encompassing both specialised surgical procedures and non-surgical energy therapies. Statistics… - Private urogynecologists report that women seeking these treatments are aged between 30 and 55. - SA healthcare networks like Netcare, non-surgical energy-based therapies have gained massive ground due to zero downtime. - Studies on regional vaginal practices highlight that a small statistical baseline of women in SA

Most women visit IV bars to cure hangovers, dehydration (flu or food poisoning), jet lag or to boost skin and hair. These bars offer a ‘special blend of vitamins and electrolytes’ - different options according to your needs. A few years ago, you would have needed a medical reason and a doctor to give the go ahead and here’s why: *Overdosing is possible. *Not all vitamins are safe for IV administration. *Lack of medical evidence that it benefits your health, especially if you