Why Are the Elderly at Risk of Heat Stroke?
Have you ever seen an elderly person bundled up in a jumper on a day warm enough to see the rest of the family in shorts and t-shirts? It’s a stereotypical image - but can be a dangerous one. [...]
Finding the Perfect Temperature for Blissful Massage Therapy
There’s absolutely no doubt that we, as a species, love the sensation of touch. Just watch a new parent with a tiny baby – constantly stroking, kissing and hugging the little body. Or think about the feeling of relaxation [...]
Is it ADHD, Or Is My Child Just Too Hot?
According to Health 24, South Africa has one of the highest prescription rates for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medication in the world – higher even than the USA.
Lack of focus, frequent mistakes, difficulty following instructions, concentration problems and forgetfulness. [...]
Soaring Summer Temperatures Equal Heatstroke. How Can You Stay Cool?
When a fit and healthy teenage boy came into his emergency room with nausea and vomiting, Dr Corbett was told by the boy’s coach that he suspected a head injury as they had been running football drills. However, within [...]
Talking Temperature Control: You May Have a Bun in the Oven, But You Don’t Want to be Sitting in One.
Unless you have actually been pregnant yourself, you have no idea of the discomfort and the advanced levels of crazy that this state brings. From cravings for random pickled foods, to what feels like a complete lack of temperature [...]
Airbnb Owners – Avoid Bad Reviews & Get Aircon for Your Guests
We live in an age where we have instant access to almost anyone, at any time of the day. This is great when you want to post an opinion piece on Twitter on the US elections or feel the [...]
Read The Small Print – Does Your Airbnb Have Air-Conditioning?
The advent of Airbnb has been a thrilling step forward for holiday-makers everywhere. However, as with any new concept, it has taken a good few years to file off the rough edges and attend to legalities that are so [...]
Cool Offices Equal Increased Staff Productivity
Have you got a cool office? And by that we don’t mean treadmill desks, egg-shaped cubicles and a resident shelter dog to help your staff through their day – although that would be nice. No, we’re talking about the [...]
Does an Aircon Make You Sick? 5 Aircon Myths Busted
It’s fair to say that air-conditioning has become one of life’s necessities. We doze off in air-conditioned comfort, wake up to a fresh home, pop our car cooler on as we drive to work, and are refreshed by a [...]
How Can Your Room Temperature Deter Mosquitoes?
Nothing kills the excitement of the start of summer faster than a tiny winged critter hell-bent on making your life miserable. They remain almost invisible to the naked eye until you are about to curl up in your cosy [...]
