What is HPV?

What is HPV?

HPV stands for Human Papilloma virus, the most common virus that causes cancer of the cervix and genital areas. There are more than 100 types of HPV viruses. Some are harmful, but some are associated with warts and more so cancer. It is estimated at 7 out of 10 woman...
How do you SLEEP?

How do you SLEEP?

Sleep Apnea: What is it? Are you tired? Do you snore? You may be suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of partial or complete blockage of the upper airway during sleep. This...
Vitamin C  – What does it do?

Vitamin C – What does it do?

What is all the hype about Vitamin C? why do we need it and what does it do? Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an essential vitamin, meaning your body can’t produce it – you need to ingest it. Vit C is found in many fruits and vegetables, including citrus fruits, berries,...
It’s Flu Season  – The Experts Weigh in

It’s Flu Season – The Experts Weigh in

  Prevention and Treatment tips from Mr. M, Leigh Hershaw and Paulus Spangenberg –pharmacists and managers at M-KEM 24 HOUR MEDICINE CITY Winter will soon be upon us and unfortunately with the change in climate comes ‘flu’, bronchitis and other associated...
Probiotics: The Ins and outs

Probiotics: The Ins and outs

The What? Probiotics are defined as living non-pathogenic microorganisms that contribute to the microbiome of the body. These micro-organism have a mutually beneficial relationship in the digestive tract as well as other parts of the human body. The most common...
Energy & Sleep

Energy & Sleep

5 ways to regain your ENERGY Even though we are only 4 months into the year, many of us are already starting to feel tired, overwhelmed and stressed.  If you are feeling low on energy there are a few things that can help you to regain your energy! Get Quality sleep –...