OneCare Dr Wallis

18/06/2025

10/06/2025

Having trouble sleeping? It could be dangerous!

Sleep is a fundamental biological process essential for maintaining physical health, mental clarity, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. Adequate, high-quality sleep supports numerous bodily functions, including immune defense, memory consolidation, hormonal regulation, and metabolic balance.

The Importance of Sleep

1. Cognitive Function and Mental Health
Sleep plays a crucial role in brain function. During deep sleep, the brain processes information, consolidates memories, and clears out toxins. A well-rested brain improves focus, learning, decision-making, and emotional regulation. Chronic sleep deprivation is strongly linked to increased risks of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.

2. Physical Health
Sleep is vital for cardiovascular health, cellular repair, and immune system strength. It supports proper insulin function and appetite regulation, helping reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.

3. Performance and Safety
Sleep affects physical performance, reaction time, and alertness. Inadequate sleep can impair work productivity, academic performance, and increase the risk of accidents in high-risk professions, such as healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing.

The Dangers of Insomnia

Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early, can be acute (short-term) or chronic (lasting for weeks or longer). It affects millions of people worldwide and can have severe consequences if left untreated.

If you or your loved one has trouble with sleep that is not relieved by natural remedies or lifestyle adjustments, it may be time to consult your healthcare provider.

02/06/2025

Beat the winter blues!

Feeling lousy with the flu? Don’t just tough it out—get checked out! What might seem like a simple bug could turn serious fast, especially if you have a fever, body aches, chills, or trouble breathing. A quick visit to your doctor or clinic can help you get the right treatment sooner, feel better faster, and avoid complications. Don’t wait—your health is worth it!

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30/05/2025

OneCare is live! Book your consultation online by following the link -
https://myappointment.co.za/onewellness-medical

28/05/2025

Let's celebrate our elderly people today, and every day.

25/05/2025

ONEWellness

15/05/2025

Opening soon! Stay tuned...

22/04/2025

Super excited to announce that an all new family practice will soon join OneWellness in Montana! Keep an eye out for updates.