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Enjoy Free, Unlimited Online Doctor Consultations with Hello Doctor
Health4Me members get free, unlimited online GP consultations through Hello Doctor. Speak to a doctor by chat, phone or video, get prescriptions and sick notes, and access quality care from wherever you are.
What Medical Aid Expenses Are Tax Deductible in South Africa?
Wondering what medical expenses you can claim at tax time? South Africa uses medical tax credits, not deductions. Here is what qualifies, who can claim, and how the credits are worked out.
How to Treat a Cold or Flu When You’re Pregnant
A cold is usually mild in pregnancy, but flu can be serious. Here is how to ease your symptoms safely, which medicines to avoid, and why the flu vaccine is recommended for pregnant women in South Africa.
Can I Claim Tax Back on Health Insurance? A Simple Guide
Can you claim tax back on health insurance in South Africa? The answer depends on your cover and what you paid yourself. Here is how the two SARS medical tax credits work, what qualifies, and how they are calculated.
Common Chronic Diseases to Look Out For in South Africa
Chronic diseases now cause most deaths worldwide, yet many are preventable or manageable. Learn the most common ones in South Africa, the signs to watch for, and the 27 conditions covered by Bloom’s Health4Me chronic benefit.
Foods to Eat and Avoid for High Cholesterol: A South African Guide
The foods you choose are one of your most powerful tools against high cholesterol. Discover which foods help lower “bad” LDL, which to limit, and the simple lifestyle steps that keep your heart healthy.
Heat Rash: How to Spot It and What to Do
Hot, humid weather can bring on an itchy heat rash in no time. Here is how to recognise it, cool and soothe your skin, prevent it coming back, and know when it is worth seeing a doctor.
10 Most Common Women’s Health Problems in South Africa
Breast cancer, cervical cancer, diabetes and more: the 10 most common women’s health problems in South Africa, plus how to screen early and stay covered with Bloom.
What are the major health issues in South Africa?
South Africa carries one of the world’s heaviest health burdens, from HIV and TB to diabetes, heart disease and a growing mental health load. Here’s a clear guide to the major health issues South Africans face, the warning signs to watch for, and how to stay protected.
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