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Epilepsy: learning everything you need to knowFeatured

Epilepsy: here is everything you need to know about this disease

Epileptic seizures is a very, very scary, debilitating and serious disease, for both the patient suffering from it and the loved ones around the patient. The patient often remembers very little about the seizures, except the aftermath (which includes painful muscles, possible physical injuries and extreme sleepiness afterwards). However the people who witnesses the seizures may feel awfully traumatised. Read this blog to find out more.

Aliento Medical09 Jul 2026

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Aliento's key pillars of health service delivery

Aliento Health and Wellness' Strategy

Take a look with a 'bird's eye view' of how Aliento aims to provide value-based quality of healthcare and empowering patients to own their health and appropriate health seeking behaviour, before it is too late.

Medical22 Jun

Endocrine Pathology or Endocrinology

Autoimmune Diseases: what are they, who gets it and why?

In this blog, you will learn why autoimmune diseases have become so common, and if diagnosed, what to expect treatment-wise

Medical22 Jun

Medical Insights

The difference between medical aid and health insurance

Ever wondered why big Medical Aids are suddenly offering "cheap" cover for some of their plans? Well, here's your answer.

Medical22 Jun

Who are we and what do we offer?

What Aliento Health and Wellness is all about

Aliento is a patient-centred health and wellness organisation that aims tome value-based quality of care available to anyone, in a clear, succinct manner that avoids medical jargon and encourages healthy lifestyles and relevant health seeking behaviour patterns.

Medical21 Jun

Total Screening Package risk rated by age and sex

Quick Total Screening Package, for those on the go

This blog provides a brief summary of all the recommended screening tests, divided by sex, age, and reason

Medical20 Jun

Maternal Health

Secondary Infertility

Secondary Infertility is more common than you think. Find out here what it means, where in the world it occurs most, when to consult your gynaecologist and what to expect

Dr Lee Adonis08 Jun

Child Health

Childhood Vaccinations

Childhood immunisation programs are in place to, firstly stimulate the immune system, decrease the incidence (number of new cases), prevalence (number of existing cases) morbidity (number of diseases)and mortality (deaths) caused by the common infections diseases. This is a poignant example of preventative medicine.

Dr Lee Adonis05 Jun

Medical Insights

What is the difference between a non-communicable disease and a communicable disease?

Over the last twenty years or so, the world of medicine has been filled with the term non-communicable diseases or NCD’s, warning that they have become very popular and in fact is the leading cause of ill health and death in many countries, especially in first world countries. So, what exactly then is a non-communicable disease? A non-communicable disease is any disease or condition that cannot be spread or transmitted from person to person. Such a disease can either progress slowly over time, or appear suddenly and last for a very long time. A non-communicable disease is different from a communicable disease that is easily spread between people.

Medical28 Mar

Chronic Diseases

Ever wondered what is meant by Non-Communicable Diseases? Well here you go

Non-communiable diseases (NCDs) account for over 70% of all deaths globally. Approximately 41 million people die each year from NCDs. 15 million deaths occur prematurely (before age 70) and Over 85% of premature deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. This makes NCDs not just a health issue, but a development and public health crisis.

Dr Adonis, Medical28 Mar

Metabolic Health

Diabetes Mellitus -Find Out All You Need to Know

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the term diabetes mellitus describes a metabolic disorder which researchers have little understanding as to why it occurs, and it is characterised by chronic hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar) and disturbances of carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism (breakdown and utilisation) resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both.

Dr Leegail Adonis28 Mar

Heart Health

Cardiovascular Health: Stay informed

This Article is a blog post providing specifically focused information on how to keep your Cardiovascular Health in peak shape, no matter how old you are. Keeping your Cardiovascular system healthy has many benefits, which will be discussed in the article. It will most definitely eliminate costly complications and improve quality of life. We hope you enjoy the article and learn something useful from it.

Medical25 Mar

Lung Health

Coughing, Coughing, Coughing - Asthma

This Article is a knowledge based feature focused on assisting Asthmatics to understand and recognise their signs and symptoms as well as what treatment needs to be done and why.This blog post provides focuses specifically on Primordial and Preventative Healthcare- so as to prompt health seeking behaviour, presenting early, eliminating costly complications and improve quality of life. We hope Asthmatics will read and enjoy this blog, follow the instructions and live a long and happy quality of health.

Dr Leegail Adonis25 Mar

Lung Health

Coughing, Coughing, Coughing - Pneumonia

This Article is a brief excerpt on how to recognise the signs and symptoms of different types of coughs and when to take action to seek healthcare intervention. There are several different types of Pneumonias and with the onset of the upcoming winter months, its imperative for all of us to keep a keen eye on which types of Pneumonias require antibiotics, antivirals or even hospitalisation.

Prof. Leegail Adonis25 Mar

Heart Health

Hypertension

This blog post provides an article focused specifically on Hypertension or High Blood Pressure. You will not believe that the reason we decided to write this knowledge-based article on Hypertension: high blood pressure is the biggest killer in the entire world, and the most silent killer of all. So do take special care reading this article and try with all your might to prevent it or to recognise the signs and symptoms early. Also take care in learning what the causes are and try to avoid them with all your might.

Dr Leegail Adonis25 Mar

Endocrine Health

Beyond Calories: Why Metabolic Flexibility is the Secret to Sustainable Weight Loss

Tired of counting every almond only to see the scale refuse to budge? The problem might not be your willpower—it’s your "metabolic machinery." Discover how to teach your body to switch fuels and burn fat more efficiently. Learn here.

Medical24 Mar

Immune Health

How to Boost Your Immune System Naturally This Winter

With flu season around the corner, supporting your immune system should be at the top of your health checklist. Learn how diet, sleep, and a few simple habits can strengthen your body’s natural defences before cold weather sets in. Some times Grandma's recipes can just hit the right spot.

Medical24 Mar

Mental Health

Mental Health Matters: Breaking the Stigma in South Africa

1 in 4 South Africans will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime. Yet most never seek help. It's time to change that — starting with a real conversation.

Team18 Mar

Preventive Care

The Power of Preventive Care: Why Waiting Costs You

A 20-minute screening can save your life and save you hundreds of thousands of rands. Here's why preventive care is the smartest health investment you'll ever make.

Team18 Mar

Health & Wellness

Welcome to Aliento's Health Blog

Your health deserves more than a quick Google search. Here's what Aliento's new blog brings to the table — and why it matters for your family. Find out too why the word Aliento (which means breath in Spanish), became the inspiration behind this platform.

Medical18 Mar

Chronic Care

5 Tips for Managing Chronic Conditions

Over 60% of South Africans live with at least one chronic condition. These five strategies help you manage yours — without it managing you.

Team17 Mar

Medical Insights

Understanding Personalised Medicine: The Future of Healthcare

Two patients. Same diagnosis. Different treatments. Here's why personalised medicine is changing healthcare — and how it benefits your family right now.

Medical15 Mar

Tips & Guides

When to See a Doctor: A Complete Guide

To see a doctor or not to see a doctor - that is the question. Whether it is nobler to wait or go when it's too late. Don't delay. That symptom you're ignoring? Here's exactly when it's time to stop Googling and book an appointment — plus the check-ups most people skip.

Medical10 Mar

Breathe, Screen, Live.

Epilepsy: here is everything you need to know about this disease

Aliento Health and Wellness' Strategy

Autoimmune Diseases: what are they, who gets it and why?

The difference between medical aid and health insurance

What Aliento Health and Wellness is all about

Quick Total Screening Package, for those on the go

Secondary Infertility

Childhood Vaccinations

What is the difference between a non-communicable disease and a communicable disease?

Ever wondered what is meant by Non-Communicable Diseases? Well here you go

Diabetes Mellitus -Find Out All You Need to Know

Cardiovascular Health: Stay informed

Coughing, Coughing, Coughing - Asthma

Coughing, Coughing, Coughing - Pneumonia

Hypertension

Beyond Calories: Why Metabolic Flexibility is the Secret to Sustainable Weight Loss

How to Boost Your Immune System Naturally This Winter

Mental Health Matters: Breaking the Stigma in South Africa

The Power of Preventive Care: Why Waiting Costs You

Welcome to Aliento's Health Blog

5 Tips for Managing Chronic Conditions

Understanding Personalised Medicine: The Future of Healthcare

When to See a Doctor: A Complete Guide

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