Care by Sister Sue

20/06/2022

This week is SANCA Drug Awareness Week

Behind drug addiction is the underlying cause, what was the individual needing to run away from or bury, that turned them to drugs?

Over the last 3 years, with all the strife in the world, there are many who are feeling that they cannot go on.
Alcohol and drug abuse is on the increase as a result of this.

Remember there is always somebody willing to listen.
Speak to a friend or better yet find a qualified professional.

Beresh*th Centre - https://beresh*thcenter.org/
Lifeline - http://lifelinesa.co.za

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17/06/2022

Today is Youth Day!

How are we caring for our youth?
Healthy food, exercise, responsibilities, sunshine, fresh air - there are many things that help our growing children become healthy adults.

Did you know that sugar can set your child up for health issues?

https://thatsherbusiness.co.za/archive/ -kids-food

09/06/2022

Care for all employees' Health And Wellness with ease!
We come to you!

The Mobile Health Unit provides a flexible and adaptable service delivery healthcare option.

01/06/2022

June is Men’s Health Month

Did you know that when you have prostate cancer you may need a urinary catheter to help your bladder or urethra heal or to help lessen the side effects (or unwanted changes in your body) from treatment. It is very common for men with prostate cancer to need a urinary catheter at some point during or after their treatment.

Ease this journey, with a CBSS Cathatar Pants - for comfort and dignity.

https://www.carebysistersue.co.za/cbss-catheter-pants/

31/05/2022

“Parents play an important role in making sure that they notice the signs of their children when they start to engage in substance use and alcohol. It is not only the teachers’ job at school. Parents need to check on their children and be active in parenting,”

By the time she turned 18-years-old *Lisakhanya Dzedze had already experimented with CAT, co***ne, and ma*****na. She also smoked and drank heavily. Her

10/05/2022

As this is National Burns Awareness Week, let's focus on solutions - new technologies are key for supporting victims of burns.

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20211117/New-technology-could-revolutionize-treatment-of-pediatric-burns.aspx

Burns are one of the most common injuries suffered by Australians and one of the top causes of death in children under four. While survival rates for burns patients have improved substantially, treating paediatric burns remains challenging, especially with the rise of multi-drug resistant bacteria.

05/05/2022

Today is International Midwives Day

Evidence demonstrates that in order to improve maternal and neonatal health and to meet the Sustainable Development Goals, midwife-led continuity of care is crucial. Policies that support and allow them to perform their full scope of practice would strengthen primary healthcare systems all over the world 🌍🌏🌎 and foster happier, healthier families and communities.

01/05/2022

This week is Hospice Week

There are many ways to support a loved one who is in hospice care, or who has a family member who is.

https://myallamericancare.com/blog/2020/12/08/5-ways-to-support-loved-ones-and-caregivers-of-hospice-patients/

End-of-life care is a difficult and emotional time for everyone involved and we all deal with it differently. It doesn’t matter whether the oncoming death is sudden or expected. Dealing with death is hard.

28/04/2022

During the last couple of years our time spent on digital screens has increased...

Because of the increase in digital screen time, your eyes are under more strain than usual.

25/04/2022

Today is World Malaria Day

It is estimated that 90% of the world's annual malaria deaths occur in Africa.

Here are some tips on how to keep mosquitoes from biting you...

23/04/2022

Being exposed to even moderate ambient lighting during nighttime sleep can harm your cardiovascular function and increase your insulin resistance...

Even small amounts of light at night can have a harmful effect on your heart health and increase insulin resistance, researchers say.