Dr Polley and Associates

19/09/2025

Dear Patients,

Please note that our practice will be closed from Monday, 22nd September to Wednesday, 24th September, as our doctors will be attending training during this time.

We will reopen and resume normal operations on Thursday, 25th September.

For any medical emergencies during this period, please visit Hoedspruit Private Hospital or contact Africa Safety Ambulance.

Thank you for your understanding.

Dr Polley and Associates Inc.

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12/09/2025

September is Cervical Cancer awareness month! 🩵💙👩

DID YOU KNOW?
HPV Vaccination can prevent up to 90% of Cervical Cancers. We recommend all women between 9 to 26 years old to get the HPV vaccination.

🩵September is marching along! Remember to book your pap smear. 💯
💉If you would like a vaccination, please let us know, and we will place an order for you.

05/09/2025

Ladies, have you had your pap smear yet??

We recommend screening for cervical cancer with a pap smear every 3 years for women aged 21-65 years.
Higher risk patients, such as patients living with HIV, should have a pap smear every year as abnormal cells can grow faster in these patients and early detection is KEY.

01/09/2025

September is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month!🩵👩‍🦰

Did you know? A simple Pap smear can detect abnormal cells early — often before they turn into cancer. It’s the most effective screening tool for women aged 21–65 years, helping ensure early treatment and better outcomes.

This month, we want to raise awareness, reduce barriers to care, and prevent cervical cancer by offering Pap smears at a reduced fee. 💙

*This special rate applies to both medical aid and cash-paying patients.
⚠️ Please note: the reduced fee excludes the laboratory fee.

Hoedspruit-based general practitioners, where compassionate, patient-centered care meets professional excellence. Dedicated to supporting your health and well-being with a holistic, comprehensive approach.

29/08/2025

💊💊"I don't want to take medication.. it made me feel horrible when i tried it before."
This is something we hear so frequently, and usually it is as a result of starting at too high a dose or trying a medication that your body didn't like.

💊Thankfully we have so many options to treat high blood pressure, and different people can respond differently to each one. Side effects can happen to anyone, but it is unlikely to get side effects to every type of medication, and it is a matter of finding the right one or combination for you.

💊Lifestyle change can also manage your high blood pressure to an extent that medications aren't needed, or that a lot less are required. However, uncontrolled high blood pressure (even if you feel fine) will be causing damage to your arteries and organs and so it is important to get it under control.

If you need help getting your blood pressure under control and finding the medication that is right for you, we are here to help :)

22/08/2025

DID YOU KNOW? Depending on the cause and severity of high blood pressure, it can be managed entirely with lifestyle change.

These changes can also drastically reduce medication requirements if they are still needed and result in a significant reduction in heart and organ disease.

Check out this link for more details and if you need help with some of these lifestyle changes or need medication optimisation, we are here for you!

10 ways to control high blood pressure without medication:
Mayo Clinic
https://www.mayoclinic.org › in-depth › art-20046974

09/08/2025

HAPPY WOMEN'S DAY!! We love the women in our town. As a female-owned practice, with 5/6 of our employees being women (Sorry Dr Briggs), we think this day is pretty special.
To our very special patients, we know how much you carry, how hard you work and we also know the unique challenges that women face.
WELL DONE for all that you do, keep going and don't forget that help and support is available if you need it.

Women are more at risk for certain health conditions and we recommend frequent cervical cancer screening, breast cancer screening, age-appropriate bone-density checks and hormonal and metabolic screenings. We want to see you become the healthiest version of you, through every stage of your life.

08/08/2025

We are so grateful to have Dr Stephanie Thomas as a part of this team! She is such a gifted and attentive doctor. See full review below:

“When I visited the doctor's rooms the other day for my appointment, I had an appointment with Dr. Stephanie.
Firstly going into the building itself, It is just really beautiful and welcoming and Natasha was very welcoming as well.
My appointment with Dr. Stephanie was really good.She is very friendly and she explains things very clearly which made me feel super comfortable, I enjoyed the experience.”
- Sam

Bookings made through reception. Walk-ins accepted.

29/07/2025

Calling all Vitality Members! It is already August and we are making it super easy for you to get your Vitality Health Check points!

Pop in at our new venue at Korongo Centre on Saturday, 02 August 2025 from 09h00 to 12h00, while walking around at the market and get your health check done. Earn up to 20000 vitality points in a few minutes! No bookings necessary.

Come and say hi if you haven't visited our new premises yet.

28/07/2025

A common myth is that when your child has a chesty cough, that they will need antibiotics. While there are definitely times when antibiotics are needed, most cough's are caused by viruses, which don't respond to antibiotics.

The good news is that you don't need to fret over making that decision. That is what we are here for!

25/07/2025

You don't need to wait until January to commit into a healthier lifestyle. You can do it right now!

Exercise is proven to be beneficial for heart health - both for preventing heart disease AND in rehabilitation & treatment for patients with high blood pressure, heart failure, and patients who have had stents/ bypass surgery. In the latter group, a pre-exercise assessment is important to establish current status, exclude exercise related heart strain and help develop your heart rehab programme.

Exercise is also important for stress management, managing menopausal symptoms, mood control, preventing osteoporosis, reducing cholesterol and sugar levels, and so much more.

Dr Briggs runs this assessment, being passionate about heart health, movement and injury risk assessment. Book now to start the journey to a healthier you!

16/07/2025

**WELL MOM & BABY CLINIC**

From pre-pregnancy consultations through to childhood check ups and wellness management... we've got you covered!

For more information on services available, check out our website: https://www.hoedspruitmedical.co.za/well-mom-and-baby/
Share this with your mom and mom-to-be friends!