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Health Matters SAHealthspan Over Lifespan: Simple Habits That Matter I Dr Michael MolMost of us are accidentally extending our lifespan while slowly shortening our healthspan.In Part 2 of Health Matters, host Ryan O’Connor sits down with Dr Michael Mol to unpack what it really takes to live a longer, healthier life — without quitting your job, overhauling your entire diet, or chasing the latest health trend.This episode is for anyone who knows what to do for their health… but struggles to actually do it.🎧 In this episode, we explore:Why behaviour change is so difficult (even when motivation is high)Why consistency beats intensity when it comes to healthThe best first ste...
2025-12-1713 min
Health Matters SAHealthspan vs Lifespan: The Truth About Aging Well | Dr Michael MolWhat’s the point of living to 90 if the last 30 years are spent sick, fragile, and dependent?In this episode of Health Matters, Ryan O’Connor sits down with longevity physician and TV presenter Dr Michael Mol to unpack the real goal of modern health: healthspan, not just lifespan.Dr Mol breaks down:The crucial difference between living longer vs living wellThe 4 Pillars of Healthspan: movement, nutrition, sleep, and connectionWhy strong relationships may matter more than diet or exerciseOne small habit you can start this week to im...
2025-12-1515 min
Health Matters SAUnderstanding Seizures & Epilepsy Emergencies with Dr James ButlerWhat really happens during a seizure — and how do you know when it’s an emergency?In this episode of Health Matters, brought to you by Cipla, host Ryan O’Connor sits down with Cape Town neurologist Dr James Butler, a leading expert in epilepsy and seizure disorders with over 25 years of clinical and academic experience.Together, they unpack:The difference between typical and emergency seizuresWarning signs that a seizure is becoming dangerousWhat to do (and what not to do) when someone is having a seizureWhen to...
2025-12-0816 min
Health Matters SAMind Matters Summit 2025: Neuroscience of Success – Mindset, Burnout & Brain Hacks | Dr. Tara SwartIn this episode of Health Matters SA, we sit down with world-renowned neuroscientist, medical doctor, leadership advisor, and bestselling author Dr. Tara Swart. Known for her groundbreaking work on neuroplasticity, mindset, and peak performance, Dr. Swart unpacks how understanding the brain can transform the way we think, feel, and live.We explore the science behind:• Neuroplasticity and how the brain can be rewired• Stress, burnout, and daily practices that protect mental health• The neuroscience of manifestation and visualization• Decision-making under pressure• Building resilience in leadership and high-performance environments• Practical “brain hacks” to boost focus, creativity, and wellbeingDr. Tara Swart breaks down the...
2025-12-0107 min
Health Matters SAFibroids, Cysts & Uterine Conditions Explained | Dr. Nompumelelo ZendaIn this episode of Health Matters SA, host Ryan O’Connor sits down with Dr. Nompumelelo Zenda (Dr. Gynae) — Johannesburg-based OB-Gynae, Sexologist, and founder of We See You. As a Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine, Dr. Zenda brings expert insight into women’s reproductive and sexual health.We unpack some of the most common and often misunderstood women’s health issues, including fibroids, ovarian cysts, heavy periods, pelvic pain, bloating, and other uterine conditions.Dr. Nompumelelo Zenda (Dr. Gynae) answers the questions many women struggle with:• What’s the difference between fibroids and...
2025-12-0121 min
Health Matters SAMind Matters Summit 2025 | Tatjana Smith on Resilience, Motivation & the Champion MindsetAt the Mind Matters Summit in Cape Town, Tatjana Smith, world-class swimmer and elite athlete, sits down with our host for an eye-opening conversation on performance, resilience, and the mental habits that make champions.Tatjana shares insights from her journey on the global stage — how she prepares her mind when everything is on the line, stays motivated after the spotlight fades, and uses lessons from swimming to navigate life’s challenges. Together, they explore how to remain calm under pressure, build mental strength, and bounce back from setbacks with focus and determination.Drawing on her expe...
2025-11-0500 min
Health Matters SAPerimenopause vs Menopause: What Every Woman Should Know I Dr. Nompumelelo ZendaWhat’s the difference between perimenopause and menopause? How do you know when it’s starting — and what can you do about the symptoms?In this episode of Health Matters SA, brought to you by Cipla, host Ryan O’Connor speaks with Dr. Nompumelelo Zenda (Dr. Gynae) about everything you need to know during this important stage of life.They discuss:-The real signs and symptoms of menopause- The pros and cons of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)- Lifestyle treatments that actually work- How to protect your bones and mental health during menopauseClear, compassionate, and full of expert advice — this episo...
2025-10-2915 min
Health Matters SAMind Matters Summit 2025 | Mo Gawdat on The Equation for Happiness, Resilience, and Finding Calm in a Noisy WorldAt the Mind Matters Summit in Cape Town, Dr. Chanell Marthinussen sits down with Mo Gawdat, author of Solve for Happy and former Chief Business Officer at Google [X], for an eye-opening conversation on happiness, resilience, andthe art of emotional balance.Mo shares his renowned “equation for happiness”—a simple yet powerful framework for finding calm when life feels overwhelming. Together, they unpack how to protect your mind in the age of information overload, redefine successbeyond achievement, and respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.Drawing on his personal journey through loss and purpose, Mo offers a heartfelt remind...
2025-10-2424 min
Health Matters SAMind Matters Summit 2025 | Health, Resilience & Mental Well-being with Paul Miller, CEO of Cipla AfricaAt the Mind Matters Summit in Cape Town, Dr. Darren Green sits down with Paul Miller, CEO of Cipla Africa, for a powerful conversation on mental health, resilience, and redefining how we connect with ourselves and others.From the groundbreaking idea of asking “How’s the weather inside you?” to normalize mental health check-ins, to the importance of destigmatizing conversations around anxiety, stress, and emotions, this discussion highlights the future of mental well-being in the workplace and beyond.Paul also shares his personal journey—from balancing fatherhood and sports to tackling triathlons and trail running—and how those lessons sha...
2025-10-0115 min
Health Matters SAPCOS vs Endometriosis – Expert Insights from Dr. Nompumelelo ZendaIn this episode of Health Matters SA, host Ryan O’Connor sits down with the phenomenal Dr. Nompumelelo Zenda. Together, they unpack two of the most misunderstood women’s health conditions: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Endometriosis. Although both can impact fertility and cause chronic symptoms, their causes, diagnosis, and treatments are very different.From hormonal imbalances to painful periods, missed diagnoses to fertility challenges — this conversation is a must-watch for anyone navigating reproductive health or supporting a loved one.In this episode, we cover:What PCOS and Endometriosis actually are – and how they differThe causes and risk factors behind e...
2025-08-1422 min
Health Matters SAFrom Start to Finish Line: Gerda Steyn’s Winning FormulaIn this episode of Health Matters, host Ryan O’Connor sits down with South African long-distance running champion Gerda Steyn. From record-breaking Comrades wins to daily discipline, Gerda shares what it really takes to stay at the top — physically and mentally.We dive into her training routines, nutrition strategies, recovery tips, and the mental tools she uses to push through pressure and fatigue. Whether you're an athlete, aspiring runner, or just looking for inspiration to move more and live well, this conversation will leave you motivated and energised.Brought to you by Cipla and proudly supp...
2025-07-0914 min
Health Matters SAHealth Hacks: Small Changes, Big Impact with Dr William Kleynhans. Season 3. Episode 39Your health is the most valuable asset you have! In this episode, we’re diving into simple but impactful ways to boost your well-being—without making major life changes. We’ll cover everything from how to get the most out of your pharmacy visits to making your specialist appointments more effective.We’re joined by Dr. William Kleynhans, a Medical Advisor at CIPLA with almost 20 years of experience in digital healthcare and AI-driven solutions. He’ll share easy-to-follow tips that can help you take charge of your health and make lasting improvements.Tune in now and...
2025-03-0615 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Mental Health with Dr. Shireen Thomas-Stark. Season 3. Episode 36.In this episode of Health Matters, Ryan O'Connor hosts Dr. Shireen Thomas Stark, a counselling psychologist with over 20 years of experience. We'll find out about the rise in anxiety and depression globally and locally, the role our modern lifestyles play and how you can cope. This episode is brought to you by Cipla
2024-11-1209 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. The importance of medication adherence with Dr Craig Nossel. Season 3. Episode 32.Ensuring patients take their medication as prescribed is vital for managing chronic illnesses and improving health outcomes.
To discuss the importance of adherence, the challenges people face and how to overcome these obstacles, we're joined by Dr Craig Nossel co-founder and Chief
Medical Officer of Evia Health.
Evia Health use technology, behavioral economics, and data to empower patients to control and improve their
health.
The importance of medication adherence (00:00:59) Dr. Nossel discusses the vital role of medication in keeping people well, preventing complications, and reducing healthcare costs.
Challenges i...
2024-07-1820 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Sha’p Left with Dr Harold Amaler. Season 3. Episode 24.This episode is brought to you by Sha’p Left.
For many people, especially those living in peri-urban and rural areas, access to quality, affordable primary healthcare services pose a significant challenge. Existing medical facilities are often over-burdened and congested and may be difficult and costly to reach.
Sha’p Left is a patient-centered, cost aware, nurse driven primary healthcare service that treats people closer to home, in their local communities.
Dr Harold Amaler is Cipla’s Resident Expert and CSI Advisor and he'll be telling us how The Cipla Foundation provides infrastructure, system...
2023-11-0916 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Miles for Smiles with David Grier. Season 3. Episode 17.David Grier is the first person in history to have run the Great wall of China in BOTH directions. 4 200 km each way.
Over the years he has run over 30 000 km across the globe creating awareness and raising funds for Operation Smile through the Cipla Miles for Smiles initiative.
In this episode we find out more about his next adventure in Portugal and Madeira and how Miles for Smiles creates awareness and raises funds for Operation Smile*, who facilitate corrective surgery on children born with cleft lip and palates.
2023-07-0612 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Understanding Asthma with Dr Aruna Lakhan. Season 3 Episode 11.We know that parenting already comes with many challenges, but if you have an asthmatic child, there are many other issues and factors to consider.
To fully understand living with this condition - as both a parent and child, we're joined by Dr Aruna Lakhan, a paediatrician who specialises in childhood lung conditions.
This week's episode of Health Matters is brought to you by Cipla Respiratory & Bronkiboosters.
2023-04-2613 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Herman Grobler, Earth Health also Matters. Season 3 Episode 8.Sustainability is more than just a trendy corporate buzzword these days, as more and more companies are seriously looking at the impact their business has on the environment.
To tell us more about their own sustainable practices and responsible resource consumption, Cipla's head of Impact & Sustainability, Herman Grobler joins us this week on Health Matters - because the health of our planet matters too!
2023-02-2011 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters with JP Duminy. Season 3 Episode 1.To kick off Season 3 of Health Matters we brought in JP Duminy.
A consistent presence in a number of SA cricket teams, he grew up in the Western Cape and played domestic cricket for his home team, the Cape Cobras and for a host of sides around the world.
In 2017, JP retired from Test cricket after playing 46 matches between 2008 and 2017. In 2019, he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket and has filled numerous off-pitch roles since.
In this episode we talk to him about his cricket journey and how he maintains a...
2022-11-2218 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Scarra Ntubeni.In this episode of Health Matters, Ryan O' Connor tackles Scarra Ntubeni.
We find out what it's like being a top level rugby player, how much of a role mental health plays in elite level sport, how do you look after your health on the road, and eating advice for young athletes.
2022-11-0309 min
Health Matters SABackaBuddy featuring Catherine Du Plooy.Crowdfunding might seem like a modern concept - as it’s primarily done through the internet and social media - but it actually dates all the way back to the 1700s!
These days, it’s one of the most common ways that people can receive help for unaffordable medical emergencies.
In this episode of Health Matters we meet Catherine Du Plooy an entrepreneur, social enterprise enthusiast and crowdfunding expert, who is currently working as Director and COO of South Africa’s most successful crowdfunding platform, BackaBuddy - which is a donation-based crowdfunding platform that allows people t...
2022-10-2015 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Male Sexual Health with Dr Anthony Smith.When it comes to many of our health issues, we’re usually happy to discuss them openly - with family, friends, and our doctors. But sexual problems often come with a certain amount of shame, which leads to many people not getting the help they need.
In this episode of Health Matters, we’re looking at male sexual health, and we're joined by Dr Anthony Smith - a family doctor with a special interest in Sexual Medicine, based in Cape Town. He has achieved a Fellowship through the European Committee of Sexual Medicine, and is an ex-President and...
2022-09-3018 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Female Sexual Health with Dr Anthony Smith.When it comes to many of our health issues, we’re usually happy to discuss them openly - with family, friends, and our doctors. But sexual problems often come with a certain amount of shame, which leads to many people not getting the help they need.
In this episode we're looking at female sexual health, and our guest is Dr Anthony Smith - a family doctor based in Cape Town. He has been increasingly involved with Sexual Medicine during the last few years, achieving a Fellowship through the European Committee of Sexual Medicine. He is an ex-President an...
2022-09-3014 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Featuring Catherine Clarke. Harvest Table and Nutrition.Now more than ever people are taking their nutrition and health more seriously. So many of us are looking for pure, organic and clean food sources. In this episode of Health Matters we chat to The Harvest Table founder, Catherine Clarke, after a cancer diagnosis in her 20s - Catherine committed herself to understanding the benefits of a healthy diet and balanced life.
2022-09-3017 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Biosimilars with Dr Elsa Van Vuuren.Sometimes in the world of health and science, we come across some foreign terminology and today’s topic is just that. If you haven't heard of ‘biologics’ and ‘biosimilars’ before we have Dr Elsa van Vuuren, a rheumatologist from Pretoria, to explain it all.
2022-09-3011 min
2022-08-3100 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Extreme Adventures with Syntro-P featuring Gaven Sinclair.In this episode Health Matters we chat to SA’s top extreme endurance adventurer, a brand ambassador for Syntro-P wellness program, and Life coach; Gaven Sinclair.
Gaven is also the founder of Get Lost, which focusses on changing the way we develop personal brands, adventure, and allowing top business people to find their extreme.
2022-08-2308 min
Health Matters SATrailer. Extreme Adventures with Syntro-P featuring Gaven Sinclair.Coming up on Health Matters, SA’s top extreme endurance adventurer, a brand ambassador for Syntro-P wellness program, and Life coach; Gaven Sinclair.
2022-08-2300 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Coughs with Dr Shaunaugh Emmanuel.Cough, wet, dry or post nasal drip?
Dr Shaunagh Emmanuel tells us all about coughs in this episode of Health Matters.
How one develops, how to distinguish between them as well as treatment options for the different kinds of cough.
2022-07-0819 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Energy For Life - Fitness and Balance with Coach Kate Goddard.Balance.
We all know what it means, but in today's day and age of working from home, looking after ourselves and families and keeping our health number one, its a bit easier said than done for many of us.
In this episode of Health Matters, Ryan O'Connor chats to JEFF Coach, Kate Goddard about Fitness and maintaining good life balance.
2022-07-0516 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Sporting Event Medical Care with Dr Darren Green.Have you ever wondered how medical health and safety is done in a large scale sporting event like the Cape Argus?
Dr Darren Green breaks down how sporting events healthcare is managed in competitive events as well as how to ensure you remain injury free when you take part in competitive sporting events in South Africa.
2022-07-0518 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Energy For Life - Nutrition with Chef Adrian Penzhorn.What are the nutrition basics?
Can I eat my vitamins or are supplements better? Now more than ever, South African's are taking their health seriously, that includes getting better nutrition and being physically active.
Ryan O'Connor chats to Chef Adrian Penzhorn from JEFF about the basics of nutrition and how you can maintain your energy levels throughout the day.
2022-07-0513 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Medical Aid with Carl Laubscher. Part 2.There is so much to know about medical aid that we don't always know where to begin. Gap Cover, Hospital Plans, Rewards Programmes - how do you make sure that you get the most from your medical cover? Once again we're joined by financial adviser Carl Laubscher to uncover more. Get Part 1 in your favourite podcast app.
2022-05-1016 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 35. Medical Aid with Carl Laubscher. Part 2.Gap Cover, Hospital Plans, Rewards Programmes...all of these will be covered in Part 2 of our medical aid chat with financial adviser Carl Laubscher, out tomorrow.
Find Part 1 in your favourite podcast app.
2022-05-1001 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Medical Aid with Carl Laubscher. Part 1.It's an absolute grudge purchase but we can't afford to not have it. In this episode of Health Matters we're talking Medical Aid cover with financial adviser Carl Laubscher. This is part 1 of a 2 part series so subscribe to get the next episode as soon as it's out.
2022-05-0914 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 34. Medical Aid with Carl Laubscher. Part 1.It's an absolute grudge purchase but we can't afford to not have it. In the next episode of Health Matters we're talking Medical Aid cover with financial adviser Carl Laubscher. The full episode is out soon.
2022-05-0902 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Managing Your Mental Health in 2022 with Jeanie Cavé,For almost two years now, everyone has been talking about the ‘new normal’ but what happens when we return to the ‘old normal’?
Many of us are already starting to do this so we decided to speak to our mental health expert Jeanie Cavé, a clinical psychologist, to help us navigate this.
2022-04-0113 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 33. Managing Your Mental Health in 2022 with Jeanie Cavé.The next episode of Health Matters is one we can all relate to, Mental Health in 2022 with Jeanie Cavé. The full episode is out soon so subscribe now to get it as it's released.
2022-04-0101 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Managing Mental Health in Children and Teens with Jeanie Cavé.Childhood is supposed to be a happy, carefree time in our lives - but these days there are so many kids and teenagers who are struggling with anxiety, depression and other related mental health issues.
To unpack this we're joined again on Health Matters by our mental health expert Jeanie Cavé, a clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples, families, groups, children and adolescents.
2022-04-0121 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 32. Managing Mental Health in Children and Teens with Jeanie Cavé.Coming up next on Health Matters, Jeanie Cavé is back to talk about our kids and their mental health. The episode is out soon so make sure you subscribe to get every episode of Health Matters.
2022-04-0102 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Cape Epic Edition with Matt Beers & Candice Lill.The Absa Cape Epic is an eight-day stage race, and it's the most televised mountain bike race in the world.
The race must be completed by both members of a two-person team, with only 680teams allowed to ride each year. Every event follows a different route, leading aspiring amateur and professional mountain bikers from around the world through roughly 700 untamed kilometres of unspoilt scenery, and up more than 17,000 metres of vertical ascent.
This year's event is coming up soon, on the 20th of March and on Health Matters, we speak to Candice Lill, who has completed 4 previous CapeEpic races, as we...
2022-03-1532 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Everyday Stress Relief with Dr Suresh Vassen.We've been back at the proverbial grindstone for a month or so now, and a lot of the same stresses are still there - the Covid-19 pandemic, too many screens in front of our eyes all day long... the usual school routine? How can we deal with these old everyday stresses in a new way?
Dr Suresh Vassen is a medical practitioner and the Director and Founder of the PRANA Centre of Wellbeing in Cape Town. He’s also a Lecturer in Human Excellence, Life Coaching, Yoga Practice & Philosophy, as well as Integrated Health for both children an...
2022-02-1819 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 30 - Everyday Stress Relief with Dr Suresh Vassen.How can we deal with these old everyday stresses in a new way? Dr Suresh Vassen, a medical practitioner and the Director and Founder of the PRANA Centre of Wellbeing in Cape Town, and he joins us on the next Health Matters to share simple ways to manage stress through our bodies.
Make sure you subscribe to get the episode as soon as it goes live. In the meantime catch up on past shows.
2022-02-1601 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. The importance of Gut Health with Dr Justyna Wojno.There has been a lot of buzz - the last few years especially - about the importance of ‘gut health’.
But what role does it play in our general health exactly... and how do we manage and maintain this important part of our body?
To help me answer these questions and more, we're joined in this episode of Healths Matters by Dr Justyna Wojno, who is a pathologist specialising in the field of medical microbiology.
She also heads up the Lancet Molecular and Microbiology laboratory in Cape Town.
2022-02-1414 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 30 - Dr Justyna Wojno - The Importance of "Gut Health".What role does ‘gut health’, play in our general health exactly, and how do we manage and maintain this important part of our body?
In the next episode of Health Matters, we are joined by Dr Justyna Wojno, who is a pathologist specialising in the field of medical microbiology. She heads up the Lancet Molecular and Microbiology laboratory in Cape Town and the full episode is live soon so subscribe now.
2022-02-1401 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 29 - Siv Ngesi & Johno Meintjies from JEFF.In the next Health Matters we're joined once again by Johno Meintjes, who runs the popular online health and fitness community, JEFF, as well is Siv Ngesi - a comedian, television presenter, actor... and if you're on social media, you'll definitely know him well from his outspoken opinions on many topics!
2022-01-2800 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Fitness and Mental Health with Johno Meintjies and Siv Ngesi.What does ‘health’ mean to you in 2022?
We know that there are hundreds of trends anywhere you look - the latest diet, exercise routine, or even a new gadget that you must have, to track what your body is up to. But sometimes it helps to just take a step back, and get a fresh perspective.
This week on Health Matters we're joined once again by Johno Meintjes, who runs the popular online health and fitness community, JEFF, as well is Siv Ngesi - a comedian, television presenter, actor... and if you're on social media, you'l...
2022-01-2824 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Long Covid and Your Immune System with Dr Adrian Wentzel.The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives in many ways, and made us so much more aware of our health and how our bodies work. This is particularly true of our immune system! Dr Adrian Wentzel is a Specialist Anaesthesiologist who has also worked in a respiratory and cardiac ICU, and he joins in the latest episode of Health Matters to discuss ‘long Covid’, and how we can help our immune system do its very important job!
2022-01-1211 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 28 - Long Covid and Your Immune System with Dr Adrian Wentzel.Dr Adrian Wentzel is a Specialist Anaesthesiologist from Gqeberha (the city previously known as Port Elizabeth). Dr Wentzel joins us in the next episode of Health Matters to discuss ‘long Covid’, and how we can help our immune system do its very important job.
Subscribe now to get the episode as soon as it goes live.
2022-01-1200 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Brain Health Tips with Timothy Maurice Webster.How do we keep our brain healthy and functioning at an optimal level?
This week on Health Matters we're speaking to Timothy Maurice Webster. Timothy is a bestselling author of 4 human and brand behaviour books, and host of The Brain and Brand Show podcast for the past 6 years, which is ranked in the top 20 in 17 countries.
His skills include applying neuroscience and behavioural science to decision making, and in this episode we talk about increasing brain resilience and creative problem solving.
Get more from Timothy on http://www.timothymaurice.com/
2021-11-3025 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Liezel van der Westhuizen's wellness journey.She probably has one of the most recognisable voices in South Africa... and her statuesque form towers over many people - both physically and professionally!
Our very special guest on Health Matters this week, is the one and only Liezel van der Westhuizen. She talks to us about her wellness journey in the face of a demanding lifestyle.
Keep up to date with Liezel here: https://linktr.ee/liezelonline
2021-11-2313 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Post Nasal Drip and Inflammatory throat conditions with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel.In this episode of Health Matters we look at Post Nasal Drip and how this and other inflammatory throat conditions can affect someone throughout the various stages of their life.
We're joined by Dr Shaunagh Emanuel, a medical doctor with a special interest in allergy and asthma.
Listen back to part 1: https://bit.ly/3kisVzd
2021-11-0912 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 24 - Nasal Congestion with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel.There's A LOT going on in the air! If your nose is disrupting your life, you need to listen to the next episode of Health Matters featuring Dr Shaunagh Emanuel. Subscribe now to get it as soon as it releases.
2021-11-0801 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 25 - Post Nasal Drip and Inflammatory throat conditions with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel.Dr Shaunagh Emanuel is a medical doctor with a special interest in allergy and asthma, and joins us to talk about how these conditions can affect someone throughout their life.
In part 2 of our look at these conditions, we find out how they affect a teenage boy named Kyle.
Full episode out soon.
Listen back to part 1: https://bit.ly/3kisVzd
2021-11-0801 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Nasal Congestion and Conditions with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel.Change of season means there's a LOT going on in the air! If your nose is disrupting your life, you need to listen up, because we have the doctor who 'knows' best about it. Dr Shaunagh Emanuel, a medical doctor with a special interest in allergy
2021-10-2614 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. GERD with Professor Mashiko Setshedi.“Oh my GERD!” - our favourite gastroenterologist is back!
GERD might be the word...do you know what it is? Thankfully Professor Mashiko Setshedi, Head of Medical Gastroenterology at Groote Schuur Hospital joins us again to discuss something this digestive condition.
2021-10-1817 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 23 - GERD. with Professor Mashiko Setshedi.GERD might be the word... but Ryan O' Connor doesn't know what it is! Thankfully in the next episode of Health Matters with Cipla, he's joined by Professor Mashiko Setshedi - Head of Medical Gastroenterology at Groote Schuur Hospital - this digestive condition. Full episode out soon, so subscribe now!!
2021-10-1800 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Asthma Myths VS Facts with Professor Claudia Gray.Asthma is a complex disease.
We know it affects the lungs - causing wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing. We also know it is one of the most common long-term diseases affecting children, but that adults can have asthma too. So what don't we know about it - or more importantly, what do we THINK we know, that simply isn't true?
In Health Matters this week we're joined by Professor Claudia Gray, a specialist paediatric-allergist, to dispel some common asthma myths.
2021-10-0411 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 22 - Asthma Myths VS Facts with Professor Claudia Gray.In a new episode of Health matters out this Wednesday, Professor Claudia Gray talks to us about the complex disease called Asthma. Join us as we dispel some common asthma myths. Get the episode first by subscribing now.
2021-10-0400 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. BrandMed with Dr Riaz Motara.As medicine and healthcare evolve through the ages, expertise and technology are constantly improving - and this creates some amazing contributions to this field.
Dr Riaz Motara is our special guest this week on Health Matters, and he's here to tell us more about BrandMed, which provides digital products and solutions to doctors and their practices. Dr Motara is a Physician and Cardiologist, and the founding member of the first Cardiovascular Risk Institute in Africa. He also pioneered The Women’s Heart Clinic, and launched VeinSculpt - the first comprehensive varicose vein clinic in South Africa.
2021-09-2415 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 21 - BrandMed with Dr Riaz Motara.As medicine and healthcare evolve through the ages, expertise and technology are constantly improving - and this creates some amazing contributions to this field.
Dr Riaz Motara joins us in the next episode of Health Matters to talk about BrandMed. OUT SOON.
2021-09-2300 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. HIV and Covid Vaccines with Professor Francois Venter.With the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine in South Africa there’s been a lot of uncertainty about the possible implications for people living with HIV.
In this episode of Health Matters we're joined by Professor Francois Venter from the University of the Witwatersrand to discuss HIV, Covid-19 and vaccination.
2021-09-1417 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 20 - HIV and Covid Vaccines with Professor Francois Venter.With the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine in South Africa, there’s been a lot of uncertainty about the possible implications for people living with HIV.
In the next episode of Health Matters, OUT ON WEDNESDAY, Professor Francois Venter discusses this topic in more depth.
2021-09-1300 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Tension (Headaches)We all know that familiar feeling when your head hurts, and it can be extremely disruptive to our lives. This week we delve into the complex world of headaches - because there isn’t simply one type of headache, and there are often different ways to treat them too. Rheumatology fellow at Groote Schuur Hospital, Dr Ramona Govender, joins us again on Health Matters to discuss more.
2021-09-0511 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 19 - Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Tension (Headaches)We all know that familiar feeling when your head hurts, and it can be extremely disruptive to our lives. In the next episode of Health Matters we delve into the complex world of headaches with Dr Ramona Govender. Join us for this episode OUT ON MONDAY 6 September.
2021-09-0100 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Covid-19 Vaccines with Dr Jeremy Nel.It’s the most controversial discussion topic in the world. People every where are asking, “Have you done it yet?” and “Which one did you get?”.
Your friends, family and colleagues are proudly declaring that they’ve done it, and berating those who don’t want to do it!
Of course we're talking about the Covid-19 vaccine and in this episode of Health Matters, Ryan O' Connor gets some facts from someone who really knows what he’s talking about.
Dr Jeremy Nel is Head of the Infectious Diseases division at Helen Joseph hospital and Wits...
2021-08-2519 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 18 - Covid-19 Vaccines with Dr Jeremy Nel.Your friends, family and colleagues are proudly declaring that they’ve done it, and berating those who don’t want to do it! It’s the divisive topic of Covid-19 vaccines and in the next episode of Health Matters Dr Jeremy Nel, Head of the Infectious Diseases division at Helen Joseph hospital and Wits University, gives us the facts.
2021-08-2501 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 17 - Managing your Mental Health with Jeanie Cavé.It’s in the news, it’s all over our social media, and nowadays when people ask “how are you?” - it’s not just a formality anymore!
Our mental health is being tested in these strange and difficult times and the fact is life is pretty challenging for many of us at the moment.
In the next episode of Health Matters we're joined by Jeanie Cavé, a clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples, families, groups, children and adolescents - and she will guide us through managing our mental health during volatile and uncertain times.
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2021-08-1600 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Managing your Mental Health with Jeanie Cavé.It’s in the news, it’s all over our social media, and nowadays when people ask “how are you?” - it’s not just a formality anymore!
Our mental health is being tested in these strange and difficult times and the fact is life is pretty challenging for many of us at the moment.
In this episode of Health Matters we're joined by Jeanie Cavé, a clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples, families, groups, children and adolescents - and she will guide us through managing our mental health during volatile and uncertain times.
2021-08-1531 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 18 - Managing your Mental Health with Jeanie Cavé.It’s in the news, it’s all over our social media, and nowadays when people ask “how are you?” - it’s not just a formality anymore!
Our mental health is being tested in these strange and difficult times and the fact is life is pretty challenging for many of us at the moment.
In the next episode of Health Matters we're joined by Jeanie Cavé, a clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples, families, groups, children and adolescents - and she will guide us through managing our mental health during volatile and uncerta...
2021-08-1400 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Alternative Healing with Dr Suresh Vassen.For some of us, traditional or “Western” medicine isn’t the only way to deal with health issues. This is particularly true when it comes to stress and mental wellbeing. So what are our best options?
Dr Suresh Vassen is a medical practitioner and the Director and Founder of the PRANA Centre of Wellbeing in Cape Town... he’s also a Lecturer in Human Excellence, Life Coaching, Yoga Practice & Philosophy, and Integrated Health for both children and adults.
He joins us again on Health Matters to offer a bit of an alternative viewpoint...
2021-08-0319 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 16 - Alternative Healing with Dr Suresh Vassen.A still mind is a creative & healing mind.
In the next episode of Health Matters, Dr Suresh Vassen shares the importance of the mind/body connection.
Out on Wednesday 4 August.
2021-08-0200 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Arthritis.The word ‘arthritis’, conjures up mental images of old people with gnarled fists and maybe even a walker, struggling to move.
But this is not necessarily the case ... did you know that arthritis can affect people of all ages- even children?
In this episode of Health Matters, Ryan O' Connor chats to rheumatology fellow at Groote Schuur Hospital, Dr Ramona Govender about arthritis.
You can learn more about arthritis and other medical conditions at https://knowpain.co.za/
2021-07-2711 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 15 - Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Arthritis.Did you know that arthritis can affect people of all ages- even children?
In the next episode of Health Matters, Dr Ramona Govender joins Ryan O Connor to talk more about arthritis.
Get it on Wednesday 28 July.
2021-07-2600 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Mindfulness with John Sanei.If you’ve been listening to this podcast for a while, you will know that wellness can actually be quite a complex thing, with many factors affecting it … and not all of them are necessarily physical. Our mindset and mental perspective have a big influence on how we cope with day to day stresses and challenges.
In this episode we speak to someone who has an uncanny ability to see things differently - and who can show us a unique view on the world, that might just make everything feel better.
John Sanei is an auth...
2021-07-2024 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 14 - Mindfulness with John Sanei.Next up on Health Matters we discuss wellness and mindfulness with the renowned author, speaker and future strategist, John Sanei. You don't want to miss this one as his message is needed now more than ever.
Out on Wednesday 21 July.
2021-07-1900 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Inflammation.In this episode of Health Matters, we’re taking a look at inflammation.
Ryan O' Connor is joined by Dr Ramona Govender, a rheumatology fellow at Groote Schuur Hospital, to talk about a condition that most of us have heard of, but probably don’t know a lot about.
2021-07-1311 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 13 - Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Inflammation.Up next on Health Matters, we’re going to look at something that most of us have heard of, but probably don’t know a lot about, and that is inflammation.
Ryan O Connor will be joined by Dr Ramona Govender in the next episode of Health Matters out on Wednesday 14 July.
2021-07-0900 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Fever.Before last year you were never aware of what your average body temperature was…
but boy how that has changed!
We now all know what our ‘numbers’ are pretty much daily, and we would certainly be very aware whether we have a fever these days, as it means much more at the moment than it ever did before.
Dr Ramona Govender is a rheumatology fellow at Groote Schuur Hospital, and she joins us again on Health Matters to talk more about the intricacies of fever.
2021-07-0613 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 12 - Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender. Fever.Before last year you were never aware of what your average body temperature was…but boy how that has changed!
In the next episode of Health Matters, Dr Ramona Govender, a rheumatology fellow at Groote Schuur Hospital, joins us to talk more about the intricacies of fever.
Episode Out Wednesday 7 July.
2021-07-0600 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Ayurvedic Medicine with Dr Suresh Vassen"Health is not simply the absence of disease, but a state of higher awareness that opens us to greater wellbeing, creativity, and joy."
These are the words of Dr Suresh Vassen, a medical practitioner who has been in private practice for over 25 years, and who is also the Director and Founder of the PRANA Centre of Wellbeing in Cape Town, as well as a Lecturer in Human Excellence, Life Coaching, Yoga Practice & Philosophy, and Integrated Health for both children and adults.
He joins us on Health Matters to discuss a different way of looking at ho...
2021-06-2919 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 9 - Ayurvedic Medicine with Dr Suresh Vassen"Health is not simply the absence of disease, but a state of higher awareness that opens us to greater wellbeing, creativity, and joy."
These are the words of Dr Suresh Vassen, a medical practitioner who has been in private practice for over 25 years, and who is also the Director and Founder of the PRANA Centre of Wellbeing in Cape Town, as well as a Lecturer in Human Excellence, Life Coaching, Yoga Practice & Philosophy, and Integrated Health for both children and adults.
He joins us on Health Matters this coming Wednesday to discuss a different way...
2021-06-2800 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Chronic Constipation with Professor Mashiko Setshedi.Something that most of us would have experienced at some point is constipation, but for some people it is actually a chronic condition that can affect their daily lives.
It's not something that is easy to live with, or talk about - but there are ways to manage and treat it, so that is what we discuss on Health Matters this week with Professor Mashiko Setshedi, Head of Medical Gastroenterology at Groote Schuur Hospital.
2021-06-2223 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 8 - Chronic Constipation.Something that most of us would have experienced at some point is constipation, but for some people it is actually a chronic condition that can affect their daily lives.
In the next episode of Health Matters, Ryan is joined by Professor Mashiko Setshedi, Head of Medical Gastroenterology at Groote Schuur Hospital, to find out how to manage and treat the condition.
Full episode out Wednesday 23 June - and you don't want to miss this one!
2021-06-2200 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Featuring Juls and Johno Meintjes. Wellness with JEFF. Part 2.More than 60,000 'JEFFers' can't be wrong!
In Part 1, Juls and Johno Meintjes introduced us to, ''the world's most supportive fitness community". This time we find out more about living a healthy lifestyle through exercise, nutrition and more.
Make sure you listen back to Part 1.
2021-06-1321 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 7 - Wellness with JEFF. Part 2.Johno and Jules from JEFF return. JEFF is described as "the world's most supportive fitness community", where you can sign up for free and get live daily workouts, nutrition guidance and lots more.
We all want to live a healthy lifestyle, but where does one begin? Find out in Part 2 this Wednesday but listen back to Part 1 in the meantime.
2021-06-1200 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Allergies in children with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel.Dr Shaunagh Emanuel is a medical doctor with a special interest in allergy and asthma, and joins us to talk about how these conditions can affect someone throughout their life.
In part 1 of a 2 part episode we will look at these ailments in babies and young children.
2021-06-0821 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 6 - Allergies in Children with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel. Part 1.Dr Shaunagh Emanuel is a medical doctor with a special interest in allergy and asthma, and joins us to talk about how these conditions can affect someone throughout their life.
Subscribe now to get Part 1 as it goes live on Wednesday 9 June.
2021-06-0800 min
Health Matters SACOMING SOON to Health Matters. Asthma & allergies in children.In the next episode of Health Matters...
Dr Shaunagh Emanuel is a medical doctor with a special interest in allergy and asthma, and joins us to talk about how these conditions can affect someone throughout their life.
Subscribe now - new episode out Wednesday 9 June
2021-06-0801 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Featuring Johno and Juls Meintjes. Wellness with JEFF. Part 1.Have you heard of JEFF? JEFF is described as "the world's most supportive fitness community", where you can sign up for free and get live daily workouts, nutrition guidance and lots more.
More than 60,000 'JEFFers' can't be wrong... so we decided to chat to the two people behind this health and fitness movement, Juls and Johno Meintjes.
2021-05-3118 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 5 - Wellness with JEFF. Part 1.Have you heard of JEFF? JEFF is described as "the world's most supportive fitness community", where you can sign up for free and get live daily workouts, nutrition guidance and lots more.
More than 60,000 'JEFFers' can't be wrong... so we decided to chat to the two people behind this health and fitness movement, Juls and Johno Meintjes. Out Wednesday 2 June.
2021-05-3100 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Digital Health with Pam Lourenco.Online doctor's appointments and wearable tech are just some of the ways that healthcare has gone digital... but what about 3D printing, robotics and augmented reality? Pam Lourenco takes us on a trip into the future on this week's edition of Health Matters.
2021-05-2622 min
Health Matters SATrailer Episode 4 - Digital Health.Online doctor's appointments and wearable tech are just some of the ways that healthcare has gone digital... but what about 3D printing, robotics and augmented reality? Pam Lourenco takes us on a trip into the future in the next edition of Health Matters. Out Wednesday 26 May.
2021-05-2500 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Know your pain with Dr Ramona Govender.We all experience pain in many forms - and it’s not always a bad thing. It's an important signal that lets us know when our bodies need extra care. When we sense pain, we pay attention to our bodies and can take steps to fix what hurts.
Dr Ramona Govender is a rheumatology fellow in Groote Schuur Hospital, currently training in the diagnosis and management of inflammatory and auto-immune rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, and she joins us today to chat more about pain in all its various forms.
2021-05-0516 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Cold vs Flu vs Covid-19 with Dr Shaunagh Emanuel.Remember those good old days ‘Before Covid’… the BC years? If you got a sniffle or a cough, a sore throat, or even just a headache - there was no panic. You could still drag your poor sick self to work, or the shops. But now these symptoms might create some alarm, and even if you’re not one to worry - you can’t go anywhere because of those Covid questionnaires. Is it possible to tell the difference between the symptoms of a cold or flu, and the dreaded Covid-19?
2021-05-0521 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters. Wellness with Annelie Smith.In recent years, the term ‘wellness’ has become quite the buzzword in health circles. If you ask Google what it means, here’s what you get: "Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you're thriving."
Now that sounds like something everyone should be striving for right? But how does one actually attain it?
2021-05-0418 minHealth Matters SATrailer - Wellness.In this upcoming episode, Annelie Smith and Ryan O' Connor will discuss wellness. Episode out Wednesday 5 May.
2021-05-0300 min
Health Matters SAHealth Matters: Wellness with Annelie SmithIn recent years, the term ‘wellness’ has become quite the buzzword in health circles. If you ask Google what it means, here’s what you get: "Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you're thriving."
Now that sounds like something everyone should be striving for right? But how does one actually attain it?
2021-05-0218 minHealth Matters SAHealth Matters. Digital Health with Pam Lourenco.Before 2020, the world was already becoming much more digital, and the health sector was not being left behind. Do you remember the days when doctors used to write their patient notes with a pen, on paper, to be kept in a cardboard folder, in a filing cabinet?
Now it’s mostly done on laptops and tablets.
The Covid-19 pandemic sped many things up in terms of digital innovation and the medical world followed suit. But when we talk about digital health as a concept, what is it really all about, and what are th...
2021-05-0222 minHealth Matters SAHealth Matters: TrailerWellness and health - it’s kind of a bigger deal than ever, but where do you go on this whole wide internet for the best medical advice?
And how often are you finding information that takes on a South African perspective?
That’s why Cipla brings you Health Matters. This is a series that puts experts from across the medical world right in your earbuds or speakers. Our aim is to provide topical and relevant information on healthcare, with kindness, because Health Matters.
Subscribe now to get each new episode as it drop...
2021-04-2301 min