Events

By T/Dr. Carel-Piet van Eeden T/Dr. Carel-Piet van Eeden is not only a registered herbalist, but is also an ADD superhero in his own right. Diagnosed with ADD himself, he’s transformed his personal journey with the condition into a driving force to empower young people with ADD and equip the adults in their lives with the necessary knowledge to nurture their growth. Born out of his passion for exploring the mind’s brilliance, his practice takes an empathetic and holistic approach…

By Dr. Madeleine Muller All of our patients have a relationship with sex and sexuality (whether negative or positive), and challenges in this area can have a huge impact on health and well-being. The clinician needs to be able to provide both assistance and relevant education. To do this, it is important that we are fully updated on the latest understanding of sexuality and intimacy, particularly on the extraordinary diversity in this area. We need to understand who people are…

by Dr. Etienne Thomas, MBCHB (Pret) MMED Obs&Gyn (UFS) The medical community has vowed to eradicate all illnesses and cancers as soon as possible. We have developed all kinds of miraculous medications from nanotechnology to immunizations to prevent these diseases before they even develop. But how certain are we that these actions will in fact do what we expect them to do? With all the variabilities involved in these complex diseases can we say with certainty that a single intervention…

by Dr. Marna Turner During this presentation, Dr. Turner will provide a concise yet comprehensive overview of vector-borne diseases, with a particular focus on Borrelia, Bartonella, and Babesia. Despite the time constraints, she aims to cover essential aspects such as available treatments, key symptoms for detection, and fundamental concepts related to testing and treatment protocols. By highlighting the significance of vector-borne diseases and honing in on these specific pathogens, attendees will gain valuable insights into the complexities of diagnosis and…

by Matthew Zylstra PhD This presentation covers some of the latest scientific findings linking nature, health and wellbeing with specific relevance to the emerging concept of Nature Referrals (Nature on Prescription). We will review the rationale, trends and international examples supporting nature-based interventions with relevance to our local context. We will look at the distinction between ‘nature contact’ and ‘nature connection,’unpacking the evidence that demonstrates why the latter better promotes a wide range of psycho-social wellbeing outcomes and should be…

by Dr. Madeleine Muller As passionate holistic clinicians, we put the patient at the centre of the consultation to provide the best care for the person in front of us. But we are also human, and every now and then, we will face interactions that are challenging and frustrating and take us to the edge of our comfort zone. This presentation will pull together the threads of neurophysiology and affective neuroscience to explore the driving forces behind emotion and behaviour…

by Dr. Marna Turner Mould is a ubiquitous presence in our environment, yet it is often overlooked and not well understood. Despite its prevalence, the health impacts of mould exposure are frequently underestimated. Mould can cause a variety of symptoms, including respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and cognitive impairments. Additionally, it can exacerbate the morbidity of other pre-existing conditions, making it a significant health concern. In this talk, Dr. Turner will delve into the topic of mould and other mycotoxins, with…