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Dr Jean de Villiers, a radiologist and director of SCP Radiology, answers some of the most frequently asked questions, specifically around the process from...

February often brings thoughts of romance, flowers, and sweet treats, but love offers more than just celebration. Research shows that strong, supportive relationships are...

At WHX 2026, Aster DM Healthcare – UAE’s second largest healthcare provider -   announced two new hospitals in Dubai and a major expansion...

Romance in a relationship is often associated with flowers and date nights. But  health practitioners are now drawing attention to a far less discussed, yet powerful,  contributor to intimacy and sexual wellbeing: the pelvic floor.  Traditionally associated with bladder control and post-pregnancy recovery, the pelvic  floor muscles are vital to sexual function for both men and women. When strong,  these deep muscles support comfort, confidence, and physical responsiveness – all  essential elements of a satisfying intimate relationship.  As knowledge expands and conversations become more open, increasing numbers  of South Africans are opting for advanced pelvic floor therapy to address intimate  health concerns. One emerging solution is high-intensity electromagnetic stimulation  delivered via a specialised pelvic chair.    Pelvic Chair therapy offers relief to struggling couples  This non-invasive technology stimulates thousands of targeted muscle contractions  in a single session, rebuilding strength and control more effectively than traditional  pelvic floor exercises such as Kegels, and without discomfort or embarrassment.  “Love is not only about romantic gestures,” says Chrismari de Kock, founder of  Pelvic Care, the leading provider of Pelvic Chair therapy in the country. “Sometimes it starts with something as simple as confidence, comfort, and a body that does not  stand in the way of intimacy.”  Clinical research has shown that when pelvic floor muscles become weak or  uncoordinated, sexual challenges often follow, and satisfaction often declines for  both sexes.  Women may experience dryness, discomfort, lowered sensitivity, and diminished  intensity, while men can encounter erectile difficulties. Developing these muscles can  lead to big improvements in sexual satisfaction and intimacy for both partners.    Real South Africans share real results Patients across age groups report improvements in function, sensation, pleasure,  and relational confidence after electromagnetic pelvic floor therapy.  One Cape Town mother recalls how her marriage was affected after childbirth,  despite the love she and her spouse had for each other. “Intimacy with my husband  became painful and unsatisfying. It was emotionally draining and incredibly  frustrating.”  After beginning electromagnetic pelvic floor therapy, she reported significant...

Although epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions worldwide, it’s still misunderstood by many. In South Africa, over 500 000 people are...

Geneva, Switzerland, 06 February 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Health authorities in Mozambique have intensified emergency response to assist hundreds of thousands of people devastated by...

Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is using National Epilepsy Week (February 10–16) to raise awareness about the different types of...

Africa is facing a mathematical impossibility that threatens to dismantle decades of public health progress. As the continent’s leaders prepare to gather in Addis...

Cipla Medpro South Africa reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the uninterrupted supply of critical antiretroviral (ARV) medicines to the Department of Health. It is...

From tracking steps and calories to getting the gains at the gym and taking care of mental and emotional wellness, South Africans have never...

HUMAN NATURE AFRICA If a flower can shape a child, it will shape a society Instead of flowers for your love, think about a flower that...

A pathway to equity: early detection, access to treatment and the generational impact of breast cancer care in South Africa Most women move through their...