October brings an opportunity to try something different: 31 days without alcohol. OcSober is a challenge that encourages people to go alcohol-free for the month of October. For some, it is a health reset. For others, it is a chance to save money, improve sleep or simply prove to themselves that they can do it. But the challenge can also reveal something important about our relationship with alcohol. It is More Than Just Giving Up a Drink Alcohol can become part of ev

Every year on 31 August, International Overdose Awareness Day reminds us of the lives lost to overdose, the families and communities affected, and the importance of preventing future deaths. It also carries an important message: overdose can happen to anyone. What Is an Overdose? An overdose occurs when the body is overwhelmed by a substance or combination of substances. Risk can increase when substances are mixed, when an unexpectedly strong or contaminated substance is used

Employee wellbeing has become one of the biggest drivers of workplace success. Across South Africa, organisations are recognising that healthy employees are more productive, engaged, and resilient. That's why corporate wellness is no longer just an employee benefit—it's a business strategy. Many workplace challenges don't begin at work. Stress, financial pressure, anxiety, burnout, alcohol misuse, and family responsibilities often follow employees into the office, affecting c