Hills Medical Centre

14/04/2026

🌿 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗟

Not all “splinters” are created equal…

Today we removed a large thorn from a Fever Tree (Vachellia xanthophloea), deeply embedded in soft tissue 🌳

These thorns are:
➤ Long and rigid
➤ Easily break beneath the skin
➤ Known to cause significant inflammation and infection if left untreated

🔬 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀:
✔️ Careful exploration
✔️ Complete removal (no retained fragments)
✔️ Thorough wound cleaning
✔️ Infection prevention

⚠️ 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:
Organic foreign bodies like Vachellia xanthophloea can trigger ongoing inflammation and delayed healing if not properly managed.
💬 Persistent pain, swelling, or a “thorn that won’t settle”? Get it checked early.

📍𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲

WoundCare PrimaryCare SkinHealth HillsMedicalCentre

13/04/2026

𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘇𝗮 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲

We would like to inform our patients that the 2026 seasonal influenza vaccine is now available at our practice.

Annual influenza vaccination is recommended, particularly for individuals at higher risk of complications, including:

• Patients over 65 years of age
• Individuals with chronic medical conditions
• Pregnant women
• Healthcare workers

The vaccine has been updated in line with current international recommendations for circulating strains this season.
If you would like to receive your vaccination, please contact our practice to arrange an appointment.
Your health and preventative care remain our priority.

— 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲

📞 021-975-1358

01/04/2026

𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗬𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬

🦷 A Quiet Tribute to a Classic Instrument

Every medical practice has a few tools that quietly earn their place over time. This is one of them — the classic dental syringe.

Simple, reliable, and still doing exactly what it was designed to do. While medicine constantly evolves with new technology, sometimes the instruments that have stood the test of time continue to serve their purpose remarkably well.

We thought today might be a good day to give this old-school favourite a little recognition… perhaps it even deserves its own “International Dental Syringe Day.” 😉

At Hills Medical Centre, we appreciate the blend of trusted tradition and modern care that helps us look after our patients every day.

Tell us — have you ever seen one of these before?

30/03/2026

𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆

Many important health risks develop without obvious symptoms.

Routine health screening can help identify potential risks early and support long-term wellbeing.

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:

• Blood pressure
• Fasting glucose
• Cholesterol levels
• Vitamin D levels
• Metabolic markers such as insulin

Preventive healthcare allows early identification of potential health concerns before symptoms develop.
If you have not had a general health assessment recently, it may be worth discussing this with your doctor.

📍 Hills Medical Centre
Promed Park, Durbanville
📞 021 975 1358
—
Dr Muller Smit
General Practitioner

19/12/2025

From busy days to big laughs — ending the year with the best team anyone could ask for. Feeling proud and very grateful! ✨

14/08/2025

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26/06/2025

12/06/2025

🩺 Top 5 Reasons to Book Your Annual Check-Up

Your health is your greatest asset — don’t wait until something feels wrong. At Hills Medical Centre, we believe in staying proactive, not reactive.

Here’s why your annual check-up matters:

1. Early Detection Saves Lives
Identify issues like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes before they become serious.

2. Personalized Prevention Plan
Get expert advice on how to stay healthy based on your unique lifestyle, risk factors, and family history.

3. Update Your Health Records
Ensure your vaccinations, screening tests, and medications are up to date.

4. Mental & Emotional Check-In
Your physical and mental health go hand in hand. Let’s talk about stress, sleep, and wellbeing.

5. Build a Long-Term Relationship With Your Doctor
Trust and continuity of care mean better long-term health outcomes.

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🗓️ Don’t delay — your future self will thank you!
📍 Hills Medical Centre – Durbanville

05/06/2025

👨‍⚕️ Mansgesondheidsmaand – Jou Gesondheid, Jou Verantwoordelikheid

Mansgesondheidsmaand is ’n belangrike geleentheid om mans bewus te maak van die belangrikheid van voorkomende sorg en om verantwoordelikheid vir hul liggaamlike én geestelike gesondheid te neem.

Baie ernstige siektes wat mans raak – soos hartvatsiektes, hoë bloeddruk, kanker en diabetes – kan dikwels vroeg opgespoor en bestuur word met gereelde mediese ondersoeke.

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🔍 Belangrike Gesondheidstappe vir Mans:

1. Gereelde mediese ondersoeke:
Laat minstens een keer per jaar ’n algemene ondersoek doen – selfs al voel jy gesond.

2. Bloeddruk & Cholesterol:
Moniteer dit gereeld – veral as jy ouer as 40 is of 'n familiegeskiedenis het van hartsiektes.

3. Prostaatgesondheid:
Mans ouer as 45 moet hul prostaat laat toets – prostaatkanker is een van die mees algemene kankers by mans.

4. Beheer stres en geestesgesondheid:
Depressie en angs is gereeld, maar word selde bespreek. Moet nooit skaam wees om hulp te vra nie.

5. Beweeg meer, eet gesonder:
Gereelde oefening en ’n gebalanseerde dieet hou jou hart, brein en liggaam sterk.

6. Vermy rook en oormatige alkohol:
Hierdie gewoontes is gekoppel aan ’n hoë risiko vir kanker en lewersiektes.

7. Toets gereeld vir chroniese toestande:
Diabete, HIV en hoë cholesterol toon dikwels nie simptome nie – vroeë opsporing red lewens.

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📍 Onthou:

Voorkoming is beter as genesing.
’n Gesonde man beteken ’n sterker gemeenskap en ’n gelukkiger gesin.

👉 Besoek vandag nog Hills Mediese Sentrum vir jou gesondheidsondersoek. Jou toekoms begin by vandag se keuse.

👨‍⚕️ Men’s Health Month – Your Health, Your Responsibility

Men’s Health Month is an important reminder for men to take charge of their physical and mental well-being through preventative healthcare and lifestyle changes.

Many serious conditions that affect men – such as heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and diabetes – can often be detected early and managed effectively with routine checkups.

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🔍 Key Health Steps for Men:

1. Schedule regular health checkups:
Even if you feel fine, make time for a full medical exam at least once a year.

2. Monitor blood pressure & cholesterol:
Especially important for men over 40 or with a family history of heart conditions.

3. Prostate health matters:
Men over 45 should screen for prostate issues – prostate cancer is one of the most common male cancers.

4. Look after your mental health:
Depression and anxiety are common but often overlooked. Don’t hesitate to seek help.

5. Stay active and eat well:
Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for heart, brain, and overall health.

6. Avoid smoking and excess alcohol:
These habits significantly raise your risk of cancer and liver disease.

7. Screen for chronic conditions:
Diabetes, HIV, and high cholesterol may show no early symptoms – early detection saves lives.

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📍 Remember:

Prevention is better than cure.
A healthy man builds a stronger community and a happier family.

👉 Book your checkup today at Hills Medical Centre – your future starts with the choices you make today.

29/05/2025

🛑 World No To***co Day – 31 May 2025 🛑
🚭 Breathe Life, Not Smoke 🚭

At Hills Medical Centre , we’re standing with the world this week to raise awareness about the dangers of to***co use. To***co kills over 8 million people each year – and many of these deaths are preventable.

This year, we encourage our patients, friends, and families to choose health over habit.

💔 To***co increases your risk for:
• Heart disease
• Lung cancer
• Stroke
• Chronic respiratory conditions
• Complications in pregnancy

💪 It’s never too late to quit.
Your body starts healing just 20 minutes after your last cigarette.

🩺 Need support to quit smoking? Our medical team is here to help with guidance, support, and treatment options.

📞 Contact us today at 021 975 1358
📍 Visit us in Durbanville or send us a message to book a consultation.

***coDay ***coFreeFuture

09/05/2025

Today, on 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated nursing staff across South Africa.

Your compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to patient care do not go unnoticed.

Every shift you work, every life you touch, and every sacrifice you make reflects the true spirit of service.

Thank you for being the backbone of our healthcare system—your courage and care make a profound difference every single day.