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Health and Wellness

Oct 04, 2023
How to exercise safely in the sweltering summer heat

Summer heat arrived across the country in full force. While the blooming flowers and Spring air beckon you to come out of hibernation and start exercising again, the excessive heat might make it a difficult ask. How do you exercise safely if you don’t have the luxury of an air-conditioned gym?

Health and Wellness
Oct 04, 2023
Tempo Talks – FREE to attend

Tempo Talks and Tempo Group Discussions are wonderfully insightful sessions where Bestmed members get to attend sessions on a range of health and wellness topics presented by industry professionals. Best of all, all sessions are FREE to attend. 

Health and Wellness
Oct 04, 2023
TEMPO – Why your Health Assessment matters

Your Tempo Health Assessment (HA) is a crucial step on your journey to improved health and happiness. It gives you a great overview of your current fitness level and health metrics.

Health and Wellness
Sep 27, 2023
Healthy smile, healthy life

Your oral health can affect your overall health. Your mouth is a pathway for bacteria to enter your body. If your oral health is poor, it makes it that much easier for bacteria to enter the bloodstream and cause infections. Fortunately, disease and inflammation can be prevented with good daily oral care. 

Health and Wellness
Sep 12, 2023
Tempo wellness videos

For a lot of people, it’s a struggle to just get their daily steps in, let alone find time for a full exercise session. So, what’s the solution if you’re too busy to get to a gym? Bestmed’s Tempo wellness programme!

Health and Wellness
Sep 12, 2023
Tempo Talk: Men’s health matters

The simple fact is this: male-and female-specific healthcare isn’t a luxury. It’s an essential part of the overall wellbeing and health of both sexes. While men’s health and male-specific healthcare has received more exposure in recent years, it’s still essential to cover in detail. 

Health and Wellness
Aug 16, 2023
Bestmed’s benefits for women

Women have different healthcare needs to men. Bestmed Medical Scheme understands this and encourages you to take care of yourself as much as you take care of your family and friends. That’s why the Scheme offers a wide range of preventative care and maternity benefits that are specially tailored to meet women’s healthcare needs.

woman holding pink ribbon Health and Wellness
Aug 13, 2023
Experience the future of fitness with Tempo On-Demand exercise classes!

Get your move on with the Tempo On-demand exercise classes, now available online on the Tempo Fitness Journey. 

Health and Wellness
Aug 13, 2023
Active recovery. Getting the most out of your rest days.

Rest days aren’t just time spent lying around. Instead, they are an essential part of any fitness regime, where your body builds muscle and repairs damage, helping you prevent serious injury.

Health and Wellness
Jun 14, 2023
How to move more every day – The simple steps to getting your steps in

Many people struggle to find time for exercise. Modern life is just too busy. Luckily, there are ways to incorporate more movement into your daily routine. From taking the stairs to going for a walk during your lunch break, these simple steps can help you get your steps in.

Health and Wellness
May 18, 2023
New to Tempo? Here are 5 reasons you’ll love it

The Bestmed Tempo wellness programme is focused on supporting you on your journeys to better health and realising the rewards that come with it.

Health and Wellness
Apr 02, 2023
Preventative care essentials – The HPV vaccine

The South African National Department of Health urges parents and caregivers to support the national child immunisation campaign. Getting an HPV vaccination is vital as it can protect against developing certain types of cancers and diseases caused by HPV.

Health and Wellness
Apr 02, 2023
When’s the Best Time to Start Your Nutrition Journey?

With the Bestmed Tempo wellness programme, you’re in control. By simply completing your Tempo Health Assessment (HA) at any partner pharmacy or clinic, you unlock a world of benefits to help support you on your journey to a healthier, happier you. 

Health and Wellness
Mar 02, 2023
How to ensure a lifetime of healthy hearing

Despite its prevalence, hearing loss is often overlooked and left untreated. Looking after your hearing isn’t just essential for your overall health, but your mental wellbeing too.

Health and Wellness