Have you been diagnosed with kidney disease? You're not alone. South Africa's National Kidney Foundation (NKF) notes that a total of 10% of all people in the world have some form of kidney disease. Sadly, in South Africa, we have a special problem. "Kidney failure in the black population is four times higher than other groups - due to the high incidence of hypertension," says the NKF.
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It really is never too late to do something about back pain. You may not be able to heal completely, but you can certainly improve mobility and manage pain. Remember that GEMS, your medical scheme, is always there to help you on the path to prevention and management of ailments.
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There appears to be a rising tide of diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) among our children. We at GEMS believe that you, our members, need more information about ADHD and other disorders so that you can be aware of signs and symptoms to look out for.
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As part of GEMS' ongoing efforts to educate our members about healthcare issues, read the article below on how to know whether someone you love is suffering from this disease. "It's the rage that keeps me going," says author Terry Pratchett, whose books have sold over 70 million copies.
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