Health Awareness Resources

Rheumatoid arthritis is easier to manage the earlier it is caught. Here are the early signs to watch for, from symmetrical joint pain and swelling to morning stiffness and fatigue, plus how it is diagnosed, how it is treated, and how to lower your risk.

Bronchiectasis is a lesser-known lung condition that causes a persistent cough, excess phlegm and repeated chest infections. Here is what it is, what causes it, how it is diagnosed and treated, and why catching it early matters so much.

Not every bump or upset stomach needs a trip to the pharmacy. Here is a practical checklist of the medicines, wound care and tools to keep in your home first aid kit, how to store them safely, and the emergency numbers to have on hand.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.