Making it; listening to it; and dancing to it – music has long had a special place in South African culture and celebration. What a better way than to acknowledge a group of special South Africans who are true heroes in people’s lives, than through music.
South Africa is facing adverse healthcare challenges that threaten the quality of life of its citizens and overall economic growth
Business life assurance is an important consideration in managing a business, but it can often be overlooked. Business owners do not see any direct benefits from it while a policy is in force, and its significance only becomes evident on a life-changing event.
Global risk protection denominated in US Dollars; with the ability to convert good health into a tangible financial asset offshore to supplement and diversify retirement savings
An investment plan that offers built-in protection against underperformance, together with immediate access to funds, all at a very low cost
“Matters of the mind” – the final morning session of the Discovery Vitality Summit 2014 – offered delegates a look at the effects of mindfulness on significantly improving personal health and wellbeing, as well as our personal performance in the workplace and our potential to lead.
The much-anticipated panel discussion between Professor Tim Noakes, Dr Vash Mungal-Singh, Dr Anthony Dalby, and Dr Celeste Naude was one of the highlights of this year’s Vitality Summit with experts in the fields of nutrition weighing up on what it means to eat healthily.
Technology entrepreneur and former country manager of Google South Africa, Stafford Masie presented the third session at the Discovery Vitality Summit today, titled “The future of health and wellness technology”.
At the elite level, it’s typical for winning athletes to be only one hundredth of a second faster than their competitors, sports scientist Dr Ross Tucker told delegates at the 2014 Discovery Vitality Summit in Sandton on Friday.
In 2012, a then 24-year-old Lufefe Nomjana had a dream to make a sustainable change in his community in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. With a desire to promote healthier living through more nutritious food, Lufefe started his own vegetarian bakery, which he called the Espinaca Bakery.
Discovery Health CEO Dr Jonathan Broomberg opened the 2014 Vitality Summit with a session titled “The impact of health on wellness” outlining some of the global trends and significant data in health promotion and chronic disease prevention.
Promoting wellness is an imperative, both for individuals and the public sector, says Broomberg. According to Discovery’s own data, 500 000 people of the
This year, Discovery Vitality are particularly excited to be hosting international rugby icon Jonny Wilkinson at the Summit who will be sharing his insights into the world of professional sport.
