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Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Lifestyle

Two years of Covid: South Africans are overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and they’re looking for help

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

The South African Society of Psychiatrists is calling mental health the biggest threat.

Couple pokes fun at Malema’s ‘Kiss the Boer’

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

In true South African style, social media was abuzz with funny memes and reactions to Julius Malema’s ’Kiss the Boer’ statement.

Woman swallows Apple AirPod after mistaking it for a painkiller

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

The 27-year-old went to swallow what she thought was a painkiller tablet. By the time she realised what she had done, it was too late.

Shocking! Hospital staff and patients were unknowingly drinking toilet water for almost 30 years

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

The hospital discover recently that pipes were incorrectly connected and people were consuming water that flushes out.

No excuse for Covid-19 vaccination, all sites now assist walk-ins

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

People living in South Africa can get the jabs, regardless of whether they have medical insurance or are registered.

Younger children most likely to spread Covid-19 than older kids. Parents, this is what you should know

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

A new study indicates that younger children may put caregivers and older children at risk of contracting the virus.

Twerking at a funeral? Inside the bizarre world of SA's burial rituals

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

A look at the unusual world of SA's funeral rituals.

Higher premiums for unvaccinated clients on the cards, says Discovery

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

Discovery say Covid-19 vaccination refusal is treated similarly to smoking or lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, which receive a higher premium.

Breastfeeding and pregnant women can now register for Covid-19 vaccine

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

The announcement from the Health Department comes after a re-evaluation of the country's vaccine strategy with the numbers spiking in many provinces due to the Delta ...

Watch VideoTembisa 10 now belong to an elite club - the world’s most famous multiple births

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

The Tembisa 10 have made history even before they have left the hospital. Their birth will continue to make waves across the world.

Pneumonia is a serious complication of the coronavirus – this is how Criselda Kananda fought it

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

Most people who get Covid-19 have mild or moderate symptoms like coughing, a fever, and shortness of breath. But some contract severe pneumonia in both lungs, which ...

4 ways to keep warm during SA’s cold front

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

There have been reports of snow in other parts of the country and temperatures are expected to continue to drop in the coming weeks.

Covid-19 vaccines now available at selected pharmacies

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 3 years ago

Government will administer the two-shot Pfizer vaccines at 87 sites across the country.

What you should know about Covid and the flu vaccine

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

With Covid-19 spreading in South Africa, experts say it’s important to get flu vaccines because flu symptoms are similar to Covid-19 symptoms.

Why it’s important to get the flu shot this winter

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

South Africans in high risk groups should take steps to ensure they receive both the flu vaccine and the Covid-19 vaccine when it becomes available to the public. ...

Watch VideoSingle fathers can now legally register a child born through surrogacy in SA

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

While the Constitution recognises gay and lesbian marriage and the right to have children via surrogacy, legally registering a child born through a surrogate had ...

WATCH: This is how you put a baby to sleep, Mzansi style

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

If you think you have seen all with Gen Z mothers, think again.

YouTube removes PewDiePie video attacking top kids' channel

IANS and Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

YouTube has removed a video posted by popular Swedish YouTuber PewDiePie for violating its guidelines around child safety.

What you should know about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

The first batch of 80 000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) vaccine is ready for distribution across South Africa with immediate effect.

AstraZeneca vaccines will not become wasteful, fruitless expenditure - Mkhize

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

According to Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize, the roll out of the vaccination plan will proceed in the form of an implementation study.

Not willing to pay the price ginger? Here are 4 alternatives

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

If you don’t have any ground or fresh ginger on hand, here are some ideas for when you need a ginger substitute.

SA scientists testing if vaccines will work on new Covid variant

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

Scientist are concerned about effectiveness of the Covid vaccine against South Africa’s new variant known as 501. V2

Biggest challenge of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine: How will SA store it?

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said that government departments were working urgently to secure vaccines through bilateral deals with manufacturers and negotiations ...

Watch VideoJust why is the new Covid-19 strain more contagious?

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

This is what is known about the new lineage 501. V2 .

Nine ways you can lower your blood pressure

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi|Published 4 years ago

When blood pressure is high, the blood moves through the arteries more forcefully. This puts increased pressure on the delicate tissues in the arteries and damages ...