An orange a day will keep the doctor away

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on April 7 marks the anniversary of the founding of the WHO in 1948.
The Estcourt Senior Citizens Club held their programme to commemorate the day on April 23.
The day provided an opportunity for individuals in the community to get involved in activities that lead to better health.
On Wednesday last week, at 11am at the Forderville Primary School hall the Chairlady Mrs S Nundhan opened the event with a prayer.
The first health educator welcomed to deliver a health message was Mrs Naidoo a physiotherapist from the Estcourt Hospital.
Mrs Naidoo chose to enlighten the elderly on lifestyle diseases such as Diabetes, Hypertension, Arthritis and so on.
She explained in detail how the human body changes and undergoes difficulties as they age.
It was made clear that maintaining one’s health is vital
Miss Naidoo advised the attendants to avoid taking painkillers daily, “for it damages your digestive system,” she said.
The purpose of the talk was to teach people how to enhance their health daily.
The slogan for the day was – “I am responsible for my own health.”
Both Sister Dunn and Sister Mvelase addressed Tuberculosis, which they describe as a killer disease amongst the community of Estcourt.
Just after the address was made TB tests were done, assisted by TB Auxiliary Service Officer A. Ncanywa and assistant S. Joko.
Those present got their Blood Pressure checked and sugar levels screened.
While that took place dietician Thobeka Mchunu dished out handy tips and guides to the tender elderly.
To end the day of interacting with your health, fun but healthy games were played, accompanied by loud cheers from those who preferred to watch from the side lines. “It’s a long walk to a healthy lifestyle,” a member mumbled catching her breath as a walk around the track took place.