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27/02/2026

Pregnancy often comes with a long list of “Can I still…?” questions.

Coffee. Exercise. Travel. Supplements.

The internet offers opinions, but what most women need is measured, evidence-based reassurance.

Pregnancy care is not about panic or perfection. It is about informed choices and moderation that fit your life.

When patients reach out with everyday questions, it reflects something important:
accessibility matters.

If you are unsure, ask. Reassurance is part of antenatal care.

📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

25/02/2026

🌸Many women ask:
“Is thrush different from a yeast infection?”

The short answer: they are the same condition.

Thrush is the common term used for a vaginal yeast infection; caused by an overgrowth of a naturally occurring fungus called Candida.

Here’s what you may notice:
🤍 Thick, white discharge (often described as cottage cheese-like)
🔥 Itching or irritation
🌸 Redness or swelling
💧 Discomfort during urination or intimacy

Yeast infections are common and treatable, but recurring symptoms deserve proper evaluation.

Not every itch is thrush.
Not every discharge is a yeast infection.

Self-diagnosing repeatedly can delay identifying other causes of irritation or infection.

If symptoms persist, return, or feel different from usual — it’s worth having a proper assessment.

Clear answers bring comfort.

📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

18/02/2026

There are certain things I believe every woman should understand about her body, long before symptoms are ignored or questions go unasked.

In this video, I share five essential truths about:
🩸 Period pain
🗓 Your cycle as a vital sign
🩺 Pap smear prevention
💊 Personalised contraception
🤍 Lifelong reproductive self-care

Women’s health should never be guesswork.

If this resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it.

📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

14/02/2026

Love Includes Your Health 🩷🌸

Valentine’s Day is often about flowers, dinners and connection, that's lovely; however it also includes intimacy, feeling confident, informed and supported in your health.

Loving yourself can also look like:
🩺 Keeping up with routine check-ups
💬 Having open conversations about sexual health
🧬 Understanding your body and its changes
🤍 Seeking care when something feels different

Healthy relationships begin with a healthy foundation; and that includes you.

Your wellbeing is not separate from love. It is part of it.

12/02/2026

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is common; and in some cases, it clears on its own without causing harm.

Understanding a few key facts helps remove unnecessary fear:
🧬 HPV is transmitted through skin-to-skin intimate contact
🩺 Regular screening detects early cell changes
💉 Vaccination reduces the risk of certain high-risk strains
🤍 Some infections do lead to cancer

HPV is a medical one; and it deserves calm, factual conversations.

Education remains one of the strongest tools in women’s healthcare.

📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

06/02/2026

🤰🩷🌸 PREGNANCY AWARENESS WEEK

Early pregnancy care offers reassurance, guidance and early screening — helping to support both mother and baby from the start.

Seeking care early allows time for questions, education and personalised planning.

Pregnancy care is about partnership, not pressure.

📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

04/02/2026

World Cancer Day 🎗️

World Cancer Day reminds us of the importance of awareness, early detection, and ongoing care.
As gynaecologists, we are involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of several cancers affecting women — including:
• Cervical cancer
• Ovarian cancer
• Uterine (endometrial) cancer
• Vulvar cancer

Many gynaecological cancers can be detected early, or even prevented, through routine screening, timely investigation of symptoms, and informed follow-up care.

Cancer awareness is not about fear — it is about knowledge, access, and proactive healthcare decisions.

Early conversations and regular check-ups play a meaningful role in protecting long-term health.
📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

03/02/2026

🩷February reminds us that reproductive health is not limited to one life stage or one concern.

It is about prevention, routine care, informed choices and ongoing support — from adolescence through to menopause.

This month, we focus on education, clarity and respectful conversations around women’s health.
Because informed care empowers confident decisions.

📍 Block D, Ground Floor, Arundel Medical Centre, Westcliff, Hermanus
📞 021 109 5670
📲 074 214 8000
📧 info@drpkennedy.co.za

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Hermanus
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Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

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