Prevent male infertility About 9% of men experience fertility problems. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a man is infertile if he’s unable to impregnate a woman for at least one year of unprotected sex. While there may be compelling reasons for...

Family planning extends beyond deciding when to have children, or how many children you want. Family planning includes the use of contraceptives to manage physical and mental health, as well as your budget in economically tough times. Contraceptives include ‘the pill’...

Mumps and measles are both contagious viral diseases. They’re spread through direct contact with an infected person, or airborne droplets from a sneeze or cough. Symptoms of mumps include painful swelling of one or both salivary glands on the sides of your face. You...

Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is an eye infection that seems to be making its rounds once again, especially among families with children who attend school. Though it may be irritating, pink eye is mostly harmless and rarely affects your vision. If it’s a...

Breastfeeding may be natural, but isn’t always easy, especially for new moms. Many women experience unexpected struggles, but there’s good news – help is available. A lactation consultant (LC) may provide the support and guidance you need as you navigate these new...

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood disorder, which is thought to be neurological. Children diagnosed with ADHD often have trouble focusing, and are easily distracted, overly active or talkative (in some cases), impulsive and...

While a healthy amount of short-term stress could be beneficial to our little ones, chronic stress can lead to long-term mental and physical health problems, including anxiety and depression, as well as high blood pressure, a weaker immune system, obesity and heart...

Are you giving birth via a planned caesarean section (c-section) or having a normal delivery, with or without a midwife’s assistance? Whatever your birth plan entails, we’ve got you covered. Expectant moms are faced with a myriad of decisions to make on how manage...

Women have different healthcare needs to men. Bestmed Medical Scheme understands this and encourages you to take care of yourself as much as you take care of your family and friends. That’s why the Scheme offers a wide range of preventative care and...