Operation Healing Hands recently put aside one day to perform procedures, free of charge in our facility.
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50% discount on co-payment
Our 50% discount on co-payment is still available! When your doctor scheduled you for a day-procedure, ask him to use Centurion Day Hospital. Remember – its your choice.
At Centurion Day Hospital, we are a Preferred Service Provider for Discovery Key Care and Delta members! We also accept any other Medical Aid, and private patients, at our state of the art facility.
Centurion Day Hospital and Operation Healing Hands had a very inspiring and exciting meeting on the 15th January 2018!
Watch this space for more life changing news!
Visit their page: https://www.facebook.com/OperationHealingHands/ and their website : https://www.ohhsa.net/
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Smilelab Dental Centre
We are very excited to welcome Smilelab Dental Centre, to Centurion Day Hospital! They will be opening a new branch here on our hospital premises very soon.
Dr Natalie Constantinides (dentist) says: “At SmileLab we aim to provide our patients with dental health care of a high standard in a relaxing and pleasant environment. We take ‘patient care’ very seriously and strive to treat our patients in a way that they feel truly cared for; not only by providing them with excellent dental care but we’d like our patients to know that we always have their best interests at heart as well.”
SmileLab’s friendly staff pride themselves on taking the time to engage and interact with their patients to ensure they really are provided with the best experience one can have at the dentist!
“We are a family friendly practice and enjoy working with children and all members of the family, young and old, “said dr Natalie. SmileLab Dental Centre strives to ensure healthy, happy patients with beautiful smiles.
SmileLab’s address: Suite 2B, Centurion Day Hospital, 192A Glover ave, Lyttelton.
For appointments – email request to: centurion@smilelab.co.za
An advertorial on Centurion Day Hospital appeared in a recent issue of the Solidarity Magazine.
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More than three million South Africans suffer from permanent, disabling hearing loss. Some might not even be aware of this. Until now. Anyone in South Africa with access to a smart phone and a set of headphones, can now test their own hearing with a clinically valid hearing test app, hearZA™. This proudly SA app was developed and validated by researchers at the University of Pretoria. It is available to download on both the Android and iOS operating systems free of charge. This service has the vision to impact the 1.2 billion globally who suffer hearing difficulties through affordable access and linkage to hearing health.
Follow these few simple steps to better hearing:
- SIMPLE & EASY-TO-USE
Download the app free of charge on all Android & iOS smartphones and use any headphone set. - DO THE 2 MINUTE TEST
You will receive your test results immediately after the hearing screening of only 2 minutes. The results will be reported to you on your smartphone and can be viewed on your profile as well. - RECEIVE ACCURATE RESULTS
The app was developed and clinically validated by the University of Pretoria - KEEP SCORE
You can keep track of your hearing score. If your results from the hearZA™ indicates a score below normal you should make an appointment for a hearing evaluation at a certified hearing healthcare provider. - MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
The app will link users diagnosed with a hearing problem to their closest hearing healthcare providers, based on geolocation through their smart phones. - CHALLENGE YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Challenge your friends and family with the hashtag #CanYouHearThat challenge and make them aware of the free service.
The theme for World Hearing Day 2017 is “Action for hearing loss: make a sound investment” draws attention to the economic impact of hearing loss.
#WorldHearingDay2017 #CanYouHearThat
Read more:
http://www.hearscreen.com/
http://www.up.ac.za/en/news/post_2240924-free-hearing-test-with-local-app-hearza
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Welcome Dr. Ashraf Mohamed
We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Ashraf Mohamed to our team of specialists at Centurion Day Hospital.
Dr. Mohamed has more than 18 years’ experience and practice the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Mohamed did both his undergraduate and postgraduate training at the University of the Western Cape. His Maxillofacial surgical training was done at Groote Schuur Hospital and paediatric Maxillofacial training was done at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital in Cape Town.
Dr. Mohamed’s rooms are situated in Netcare Unitas Hospital, Suite 303.
Contact number: 012 664 8144
We all sit too much. So much that it’s beginning to affect our health. Try these tips to get moving every day to counteract the risks of too much sitting.
Phenomenal advances in technology have made our lives much easier. We can do banking on our cell phones, order food to be delivered to us, communicate to anyone, anywhere from our phone or computer.
However, the side-effect of this is that we now move less. We sit – a lot. For long periods of time.
We drive to work. Sit at a computer all day. Drive home. Sit in front of the TV. Then go to bed. Our physical activity levels have dropped dramatically and research is starting to show the alarming effect this is having on our long-term health.
Studies are even showing that even for people who fit in an hour of exercise a day, if the rest of their day is spent sitting for long periods, their metabolic health is still compromised.
There is much research indicating that ‘sitting time, TV time, and time sitting in automobiles increases premature mortality risk’. Meaning that sitting too much could quite literally be killing you.
So how do we counteract this when our lifestyles have evolved to the point where we work more than we play? The answer is simply to move – move more and move often. Even if you’re a busy executive with no time for actual exercise. You just need to get a bit creative.
1. Challenge your colleagues: Put technology to good use and use a smart watch or activity tracker to track your daily steps and aim for 10 000 steps a day. Start a friendly competition with your work colleages to track your steps and see who can walk the most in a day, or arrange group walks at lunchtime. Link this to your medical aid and earn active rewards at the same time.
2. Walk and talk: Boardroom meetings are notoriously long and boring, so why not take a meeting for a walk. Even if you don’t leave the building, walk and talk. Apart from the benefit you’ll get from the added movement to your day, the exercise may even spur on some fresh ideas.
3. Stand and work: If your work environment allows, try prop up your computer on a stand or a higher desk so you have to stand at your desk rather than sitting. Take it one step further and set up your computer on a treadmill set at a low speed and move while you work.
4. Take a break: Set a timer to go off every 30 minutes and make a point of standing up. Even if it’s just to stretch a bit, or to take a walk around the office. Download an app to remind you, there are many different ones to try including F.lux and Awareness or even Posture Man Pat which monitors your posture through your webcam.
5. Loo workout: Everyone has to go to the loo sometime, so make it your active break time. Take the long route to the loo via the stairs and do 10 squats and 10 push-ups on the basin every time you go.
References:
Too much sitting linked to heart disease, diabetes, premature death; POSTED JANUARY 22, 2015; Julie Corliss, Executive Editor, Harvard Heart Letter; Harvard Health Publications; http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/much-sitting-linked-heart-disease-diabetes-premature-death-201501227618
Too Much Sitting: The Population-Health Science of Sedentary Behavior; Neville Owen, Geneviève N Healy, Charles E. Matthews,and David W. Dunstan; National Institutes of Health; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3404815/#
http://www.health24.com/Fitness/FitnessGettingStarted/top-tips-on-how-to-keep-active-in-the-office-20161115
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MediNews: Your Child and the Dentist
A visit to the dentist can be a scary thing for children. The odors, the tools, the sounds, and the big person with the mask can all upset a child. When choosing a dentist for your child and preparing him or her for a visit, think about the following to make the visit as pleasant as possible.
Choosing a dentist
Pediatric dentists specialize in the care of infants’, children’s, and teenagers’ teeth. They have 2 to 3 years more training to meet the special needs of these age groups. They have special training in making children feel at ease and may have offices designed for children. Whether or not you use a pediatric dentist for your child, asking the following questions can help you pick the right dentist:
- What experience does the dentist have with children?
- Is the office set up for children? For example, does it have children’s drawings on the wall, magazines for children in the waiting room, and smaller furniture? You might want to visit the office to see how it looks.
- Does the dentist dress the part? Will he or she wear something that puts the child more at ease? For example, if the dentist wears a face mask with children’s illustrations rather than a white face mask, it may help the child relax.
- Does the dentist provide special programs for children? Membership in the “No Cavity Club” or “Tooth Tots” can make a visit seem more fun.
- If the dentist has audio headphones, does he or she have children’s material?
- Does the dentist allow you to be present during treatment? This may be important with young children. But older children and teens may prefer to be on their own.
The dentist’s “chairside manner” is also important:
- How does the dentist put the child at ease? Techniques that some dentists use include “Tell-Show-Do,” in which the dentist shows and names a dental instrument, shows how it works and tells what it does, and then uses it with the child. Some dentists will pair children of a similar age. They will work with a shy or scared child and a child who is used to the dentist at the same time.
- How does the dentist start the exam? Many dentists will start with something easy, such as “let’s count your teeth” or making it a guessing game. Your dentist could also ask your child to draw a picture of his or her mouth or of a “rotten” tooth to begin the visit. This helps put your child at ease.
- Does the dentist praise the child? Saying something good or providing a reward when the child does something “right” helps make a visit to the dentist more positive.
- How does the dentist deal with problems? Children sometimes misbehave during a visit. The dentist may need to take action to prevent injury. In this situation, the first thing to do is to speak calmly and firmly to the child. If this does not stop the child, or if the child needs to be physically held back, you should know in advance and perhaps help. If you feel your child may act up, talk to your dentist in advance about how to deal with the situation.
Preparing your child for a visit
When your child is old enough to understand a visit to the dentist and have worries or fears, it may be helpful to prepare him or her to limit or overcome any anxiety. This first visit can set the tone for all future visits. Here are some things you can do:
- Talk to your child about the visit. Explain what will happen, but make it simple. Tell your child that the dentist will “count” and “take pictures” of his or her teeth.
- Don’t communicate any fear you have to your child. Don’t talk about how the dentist scares you or how bad your last visit was. Don’t use words like “shots,” “drills,” or “needles.”
- Talk to your dentist about any worries your child may have. Work together to help limit them. For example, if you know your child does not like “scary tools,” the dentist may be able to keep them out of sight.
- Look for books that explain what it is like to go to the dentist. They usually contain pictures to help explain what happens. They also let your child see what the inside of a dental office looks like.
- Ask your child to draw a picture of his or her mouth or teeth to take to the dentist. Your child can then talk about this to begin the visit.
- Don’t bribe your child into going to the dentist or use a dental visit as a punishment.
WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise
ByHealthwise Staff, November 14, 2014
Source: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/your-child-and-the-dentist-topic-overview#1
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MediNews: How to Get Kids to Love Exercise
11 Steps to Get Kids to Love Exercise
Do It Together
Dinner’s over. Instead of heading for the TV room, make a beeline for the front door. Go for a walk or a bike ride. Shoot some hoops or play catch. Just keep the conversation light. This is not the time to go over your child’s grades or chores. If it’s fun for everyone, you’ll all want to keep doing it.
Aim for an Hour a Day
Kids need to move for a total of 60 minutes a day. It should be a mix of activities that:
- Get the heart pumping (such as running and fast walking)
- Work muscles (like pushups)
- Strengthen bones (like jumping rope)
This hour of exercise doesn’t have to happen all at once. Kids can split it up over the course of the day. Have them take a brisk walk with the dog after school, play on a jungle gym — it all adds up.
Use a Step Counter
Kids love gadgets. A step counter (aka pedometer) can motivate them to move more. Get one for everyone in the family. Then come up with mini-challenges to get moving throughout the day.
How many steps to the telephone pole? How quickly can you take 80 steps? See if your kids like posting a tally of steps in the kitchen for a little friendly competition, or have them try and beat their personal record.
Grab Some Fun Gear
You don’t need fancy equipment to get your family moving. Sure, a tennis racket or a pair of skates can provide a little inspiration, but a simple, affordable jump rope or an inflatable beach ball can do the trick, too. Keep a hidden stash of new outdoor toys. Then bust ’em out on days when your kids seem bored.
Set the Scene
It sounds simple, but sometimes you just have to choose the right location. Take kids to a playground or a baseball field. Go to the park. Have a picnic by a lake with a few of their friends.
You may not have to do much to get them moving. They may be inspired by their surroundings or other kids.
Shop Around for Classes
Classes — whether aikido or dance, tennis or yoga — can be a great way to get your kids to love physical activity.
Visit some classes for free before you sign up, and let your kids pick their favorite. That way, you know the money is well spent.
Play Video Games? Yes!
When it comes to fitness, video games don’t have to be the enemy. Use a game system with a motion sensor, like the Kinect or Wii. There are lots of games — physical fitness, yoga, sports, dance — you can rent or borrow.
Kids who get up and really move when they play active video games burn up to 200% more energy than they do when they play standard ones sitting down. But it’s still a good idea to limit screen time.
Make It Fun
Grab your child’s hand and go jump in a pile of leaves. You don’t even have to say “exercise.” Plant some tulips. Walk to the library. Make a snowman. Make it a seamless, fun part of their everyday life, not something they “have to” do.
Offer Encouragement
If your child doesn’t take to exercise right away, don’t give up. Praise what they do. Help them try out activities that don’t have to be competitive, like hiking or kayaking.
The key is to help them find their element. Keep trying different sports or activities. Help them see that physical activity is for everybody.
Find Your Passion
If you want your kids to exercise, it helps if you do. If they see you moving, they know it’s an important part of life that can be fun!
So what’s your thing? Find an activity that youreally enjoy. Then share it with your kids. It’s OK if you haven’t been moving much either. You can start together.
Sneak It In
For example, when you go to the mall, make time to park far away from the entrance. Inside, point out that sometimes it’s better to take the stairs than to wait for the elevator. Race to see who can put away toys first or make the biggest pile of leaves.
Taking any chance to walk, run, jump, and play will make physical activity into a daily habit that becomes second nature to them.
Source: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/raising-fit-kids/move/slideshow-kids-love-exercise