Mental health, including depression and anxiety disorders, have continued to increase steadily in the last few years in South Africa. Key Stats… - Research indicates that 52.6% of women in SA experience psychological distress. - Black women represent the largest proportion (62.21%). - Women aged 25–49 show the highest levels of psychological distress (53.8%), linked to the pressure of being primary breadwinners and caregivers in an unstable economy. - Mental disorders affect

Statistics… • Women generally possess greater overall mobility (65% vs 60%). • Better flexibility (71% vs 65%) than men. • Stretching is most commonly performed 1–5 times a week. Did You Know? - Research indicates that women often show significantly higher gains in joint range of motion (ROM) after long-term, consistent stretching. - During pregnancy, the body produces a hormone called relaxin, which naturally increases joint and ligament laxity. This aids in childbirth. - Sp

Research in South Africa consistently indicates that women experience a higher prevalence of visual impairment (VI) and blindness than men. Globally, women make up two out of every three people with vision issues. Stats: - One 2024 study in Limpopo found that 56.1% of participants were women and the overall prevalence of VI was 61.5%. - A November 2024 study in the Eastern Cape observed that 76.4% of participants were female, and of those, 44.58% were affected by VI and blind

While the term ‘ovarian failure’ and all the symptoms that are linked to menopause, are enough to frighten anyone, maybe it’s time to reframe this transformational period in our lives. Did You Know? - In South Africa, menopause occurs around 48 years, compared to the general global average of 51 years. - Most women (up to 80-90% globally) experience some symptoms, and in South Africa, common reported symptoms include hot flushes, bone and joint pain, forgetfulness, irritabili