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08/07/2026
๐งฉ Your symptoms are not random, theyโre patterns.
Fatigue, poor sleep, mood changes, cravingsโฆthey may seem unrelated, but theyโre often connected. Your body works as a system, and understanding the bigger picture is the first step towards better health ๐ค
Swipe through to discover how these symptoms can be linked and why treating the root cause matters.
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Did you know? ๐ค
Menopause can increase insulin resistance, raising the risk of Type 2 Diabetes.
๐ Research suggests HRT may help reduce that risk
Insulin resistance affects:
โค๏ธ Heart health
๐ง Brain health
๐ฆด Bone health
๐ฉบ Kidney health
โ๏ธ Feeling different on HRT this winter?
It may not mean your hormones need adjusting
๐ฅ Hot water bottles and heated blankets can affect HRT patch absorption
๐ Winter clothing may impact how transdermal gels are absorbed
โ๏ธ Vaginal oestrogen treatments are not affected
๐ก Sometimes itโs menopause.
๐ Sometimes itโs your HRT routine
โ๏ธ Sometimes itโs simply winter
Always speak to your healthcare provider before changing your HRT dosage
24/06/2026
Ever wondered why UTIs seem more common in winter? โ๏ธ
While cold weather doesnโt directly cause UTIs, certain winter habits can increase your risk.
๐ง Drinking less water
๐ป Holding in urine for longer
๐ Staying in tight or damp clothing
Swipe through to learn more and discover ways to reduce your risk.
๐ฉธ Post-menopausal bleeding should always be taken seriouslyโฆbut it doesnโt always mean cancer.
โ๏ธ Hormone balance, HRT, medications, and other health conditions can all play a role.
Dr Subrayan explains when bleeding may be expected, when it needs investigation, and why every episode should be assessed.
19/06/2026
A simple health check can tell you a lot about your wellbeing ๐ฉบ
This Youth Month, take advantage of Dis-Chemโs health check special and make your health a priority ๐ค
This Youth Month, take a moment to check in with the person who keeps showing up for everything โ you! ๐
From 1โ26 June 2026, book a Health Check for R180 at your nearest Dis-Chem Clinic. Your screening includes Blood Pressure, BMI, a Cholesterol Test, Hemoglobin (HB) Test and HIV Test.
Offer applicable only to ages 18โ35.
10/06/2026
PCOS is now referred to as PMOS (PolyMetabolic Ovarian Syndrome)๐ค
The updated name better reflects the hormonal and metabolic aspects of the condition, rather than focusing only on the ovaries.
๐ก More accurate
๐ก Better understanding
๐ก Same condition
Swipe through to learn what the change means.
๐ฟ๐ฆ A major South African HPV study just showed incredible long-term results
โจ 83% reduction in HPV 16 & 18 infections
โจ Protection still seen 10 years later
โจ Even unvaccinated groups benefited through herd immunity
HPV prevention is working ๐
28/05/2026
Today is International Day of Action for Womenโs Health ๐
Womenโs health is more than periods, pregnancy, and menopause ๐ฉ๐ฝโโ๏ธ
It includes heart health โค๏ธ, mental wellbeing ๐ง , bone strength ๐ฆด, and hormonal balance.
A whole-body approach means better awareness, earlier care, and stronger long-term health โจ
Your health matters at every stage!
โ ๏ธ On GLP-1 medication like Ozempic or Mounjaro? This is important.
GLP-1s can delay gastric emptying which may reduce the absorption of oral hormone medication.
This can affect:
๐ Oral contraceptives
๐ฉโโ๏ธ Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
โ ๏ธ Medication effectiveness
You may need alternative options like:
โ๏ธ Mirena
โ๏ธ Patches
โ๏ธ Transdermal therapy
Always be honest with your gynaecologist about ALL medications you are taking ๐ค
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