Medical Brochure Category: Over 50s

Shingles

Shingles is caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV), which is the same virus that causes chickenpox.1  Was this helpful? Submit Cancel Thanks for your feedback!

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Father and daughter walkin on the beach under a blue umbrella. Metaphor for Basal cell carcinoma, skin cancer and skin lesions

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Basal cell carcinoma is a very common skin cancer, especially in sunny climates like South Africa’s. Sun exposure causes basal cell carcinoma, and it appears

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Osteoarthritis

Did you know? (11) Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis and a major cause of disability in people aged 65 years and older. Was

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Kidney Stones

Kidney stones (medically known as renal lithiasis or urolithiasis) are hard masses formed when there is not enough liquid to dissolve waste chemicals like calcium,

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Dementia

Dementia is a syndrome due to disease of the brain, usually of a chronic or progressive nature Was this helpful? Submit Cancel Thanks for your

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Incontinence

What is incontinence? Incontinence is the body’s inability to control the release of urine and stool.1 Was this helpful? Submit Cancel Thanks for your feedback!

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Arthritis

Joint pain, stiffness, and restricted movement are all characteristics of Osteoarthritis (OA) and could undoubtedly cause a decline in the function of joints. Was this

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