Menopause – the basics
We will be looking at the basics of menopause, some definitions, some expectations and what can be done to make the transition easier. Menopause is the cessation of periods but being post-menopausal is a diagnosis [...]
Covid-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy
Recently, I have had multiple pregnant patients and patients who are planning a pregnancy, ask me whether they should get the Covid-19 vaccine if they get the opportunity. The answer to this question is not [...]
Vaccination – Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Some background Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and is the initiating factor of a chain of events that may lead to cervical cancer (please read our cervical cancer blog here). HPV [...]
Cervical cancer screening
Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer related deaths in women in Africa. In South Africa new cases occur about twice as common as the rest of the world. There are thousands of new [...]
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is the month to paint the streets pink for a really good reason – it’s Breast Cancer Awareness month! Breast cancer is by far the most common cancer affecting women all around the [...]
Tests for chromosomal conditions (such as Down Syndrome)
A consideration during your pregnancy is whether you would like to do testing for chromosomal conditions such as Down Syndrome. The information below will guide you as you consider testing. When any test is [...]