COVID-19 versus BACK to WORK challenges Are you prepared? – Employer versus Employee.

Are you prepared? – Employer versus Employee.                  LIFTING COVID-19 will still be a SIGNIFICANT RISK to business.  FACT. The Occupational Health & Safety Act requires that business create a Safe working environment for:- Employees. Visitors. & those you will never come into contact with. This provides a significant challenge to companies. […]

What a major offshore gas find means for South Africa’s energy future

South African politicians, economists and specialists in the energy sector are celebrating the news that a promising show of natural gas has been discovered in deep water south of Mossel Bay. It was found in an offshore prospecting area called Brulpadda (Afrikaans for bullfrog), which is licensed to global energy giant Total. The discovery, comes against the […]

Is vigorous exercise safe during the third trimester of pregnancy?

Expectant mothers receive an avalanche of information about potential risks to their baby. There’s a growing list of foods, toxins and environmental threats to avoid. It’s normal for this to lead to an increased level of anxiety. As a result, some women believe it’s safer to avoid any risks in pregnancy, no matter how small. […]

Pregnant women and babies can be vegans but careful nutrition planning is essential

As more Australians opt for meat-free diets, some are cutting out animal products altogether and going vegan. But is this safe for pregnant women and babies? It is possible to meet the specific nutrient requirements of pregnancy, breastfeeding and infancy while following a vegan diet, but there is a catch: it must be well-planned. Researchers […]