by Tamica | Jan 6, 2025 | Articles
In Celebration of Sunsmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Med Pak interviews Ntiyiso Mahumani a Pharmacist from Letsheng Pharmacy Q: What is the best thing a patient can do to prevent sunspots and aging? A: The best preventive measure is to minimize direct sun exposure,...
by Tamica | Dec 6, 2024 | Articles
In Celebration of World Aids Day, Med Pak interviews Dr. T Nakin, Medical Practitioner in Hammersdale Q: How are HIV and AIDS different? A: HIV is the virus that weakens the immune system, while AIDS is the advanced stage of HIV infection when the immune system is...
by Tamica | Nov 6, 2024 | Articles
In Celebration of World Diabetes Day, Med Pak interviews Dr L. Jojo, a Healthcare Practitioner from Yellow Corner Medical Centre in Mthatha Q: Is diabetes the most common chronic condition you treat? A: Diabetes is one of common chronic diseases affecting our...
by Tamica | Oct 6, 2024 | Articles
In Celebration of National Emergency Medical Services Med Pak interviews Louise Smith, Paramedic at Meditech Emergency Response. Q: How many years of experience do you have working as a paramedic? A: I have 21 years of experience working as a paramedic. Over the...
by Tamica | Oct 6, 2024 | Articles
In Celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Med Pak interviews Dr. T Nakin, Medical Practitioner in Hammersdale Q: What is breast cancer? A: Breast cancer is when abnormal cells in the breast grow uncontrollably, forming a tumor. It can start in the milk ducts or...
by Tamica | Sep 19, 2024 | Articles
In Celebration of Pharmacy Month Med Pak interviews Lundi Bontsa, Pharmacy Assistant at Ukhanyo Lwanbantu Pharmacy Q: How do you educate patients to manage their medication? A: I clearly explain the doctor’s instructions, emphasising the importance of following...
