Mediwell Blog

A mouth ulcer that persists, keeps returning or comes with a patch or lump needs assessment. Learn when to see a dentist or GP, urgent warning signs and how to prepare for a visit in Fourways.

A new breast lump, nipple change or persistent pain deserves assessment. Learn when to seek prompt or urgent care, what a GP may check and how to prepare for a visit in Fourways.

Noticed a new or changing mole? Learn which skin changes need assessment, how to prepare for an appointment and why all skin tones need attention.

Know which foot changes need prompt care when you have diabetes, how to check your feet each day and when a wound or hot swollen foot is an emergency.

Learn what a physiotherapy assessment for back pain involves, why scans are not always needed and which symptoms require urgent medical attention.

Get more reliable home blood pressure readings with the right cuff, seated technique and a clear record. Learn which results need urgent medical advice.

Missed a childhood vaccine in South Africa? Learn what records to bring, what to ask and how a clinician plans age-appropriate catch-up care.

Gums bleeding when you brush? Learn what a dental assessment involves, how to care for your gums and which symptoms need urgent attention.

When worry affects sleep, work or relationships, support can help. Learn how to prepare for a psychology appointment and when to seek urgent care.

Sneezing, itchy eyes or a blocked nose? Learn the clues to spring allergies versus a cold, simple next steps and when to seek medical care.