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Clinical Remission of Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis – in a Longitudinal

Introduction The prevalence of asthma and allergic rhinitis in adults ranges between 4–9%1–4 and 20–30%, respectively.2,3 Asthma and allergic rhinitis significantly impact public health since they are common diseases closely associated with decreased quality of life1,2 and impaired sleep.3,4 Both disorders are often associated with IgE sensitization and type-2 inflammation.5 Although asthma and allergic rhinitis are chronic diseases, some patients experience periods of remission. Clinical remission of asthma occurred in 20–43% of patients followed during 10–30 years,6–9 while remission of allergic rhinitis has occurred in up to […]

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AKA diagnosed with clinical depression

It has been a tough year for Kiernan "AKA" Forbes. But after the death of his fiancé, he has started making music again.

It has been a tough year for Kiernan “AKA” Forbes. But after the death of his fiancé, he has started making music again. It’s no longer a taboo subject. A number of South African celebrities are normalising the conversation about depression and mental health.  YouTuber Lasizwe Dambuza recently checked himself into a wellness clinic. Celebrities Mona Monyane, Melanie Bala, Maraza, Simphiwe Dana, and Nina Hastie have also spoken candidly about their fight with depression. Rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes (33) reveals that he has also been diagnosed with […]

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