The Doctor is in

A spirometer is a device that is used to test lung function by measuring air inhalation and exhalation. This kind of testing is invaluable in, among other things, disease screening, health examinations, and epidemiological investigation. The three most common tests in spirometry (mentioned above) are the FVC test, the VC test, and the MVV test. Looking first at FVC, this test focuses on forced exhalation and inhalation and measures the changes in the volume and flow of breath under these conditions. This is one of the most important measures in distinguishing between conditions of the lungs. VC testing then measures these changes in a relaxed state i.e. the subject need not force either inhalation or exhalation, but rather try and breathe normally. The aim of this testing is to reflect the potential capacity of the respiratory function. Lastly, MVV testing is a load test that measures the amount of ventilation obtained by repeating maximum voluntary effor...

Charder has come out with a new Body Composition Analyzer, the MA601 , which is specifically targeted towards the fitness and health community. This new device aims to track the quality and effectiveness of both fitness and weight management programs.  Imagine getting a complete analysis of your body in just a few seconds! This new, high-end technology will enable gyms, dieticians, fitness instructors and healthcare professionals to accurately view their client's body composition and then use this information to plan and measure their treatment programmes. Body composition analysis is a method used to determine the make-up of one’s body i.e. the proportions of body fat, muscle, proteins, minerals and water at one moment. This information, when taken in intervals, can be used to show changes in fat mass, body mass, and body fat percentage. Information like this can help bolster patient care, personal fitness, as well as corporate wellness. It is also gives a more accurate repr...

This week Nicolas, Sheila and Andre represented SA Healthcare at the 2019 Africa Health Expo in Johannesburg. As Africa’s leading medical expo, Africa Health showcases the latest advances in healthcare products, healthcare services, and innovation, with hundreds of companies and medical professionals in attendance. This year, SA Healthcare , one of the biggest medical wholesalers in South Africa, implemented a new synergistic strategy with their suppliers. By integrating their company with their trusted agencies, a new, dynamic stand was created that showcased a wide range of quality products and brands. Contec , Charder Medical , Ca-Mi , Aeonmed , CU Medical , Well.D , Pukang , and Kelly Med were all represented together by SA Healthcare, and their products were exposed to an extensive audience. This new approach made for SA Healthcare’s most successful year at Africa Health in the company’s history! There was an intense interest in the new scale body composition scale ...