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ecr.co.za > lifestyle > family > 8-ways-to-help-a-loved-one-feeling-suicidal

World Suicide Prevention Day: 8 ways to help a loved one feeling suicidal

4+ day, 2+ hour ago   (221+ words) Updated Sept. 10, 2026, 1:49 p.m. | By Poelano Malema Do you know someone who is feeling suicidal? Here are ways that you can support them. Suicide is a leading cause of death among 15 to 29-year-olds. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) more than…...

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ecr.co.za > news > news > kzn-rabies-cases-spark-call-to-vaccinate-pets

KZN rabies cases spark urgent call to vaccinate pets

4+ day, 6+ hour ago   (250+ words) Updated Sept. 10, 2026, 10:41 a.m. | By Nhlanhla Mabaso KZN Health is reassuring the public that the province’s rabies outbreak remains under control, while urging dog and cat owners to ensure their pets are vaccinated against the deadly disease. KZN Health has moved to…...

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ecr.co.za > lifestyle > family > pam-andrews-depression-anxiety-leaving-101

Pam Andrews opens up about her struggle with depression and anxiety

6+ day, 3+ hour ago   (523+ words) Updated Sept. 8, 2026, 1:28 p.m. | By Poelano Malema Singer and actress Pam Andrews opened up about the mental health challenges she experienced while in the pop group 101. Former singer and actress Pam Andrews has opening up about the mental health challenges she experienced…...

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ecr.co.za > news > news > second-hand-smoke-1-7-million-deaths

Second-hand smoke causes to nearly 1.7M deaths globally: study

6+ day, 9+ hour ago   (369+ words) Updated Sept. 8, 2026, 6:58 a.m. | By AFP More than 2.7 billion people worldwide, including children, were exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023, contributing to nearly 1.7 million deaths, according to a study published in The Lancet. Tobacco remains a leading cause of disease globally, the study…...

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ecr.co.za > news > news > woolworths-recalls-shampoo-over-infection-fears

Woolworths recalls shampoo over infection fears

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (214+ words) Updated Sept. 1, 2026, 4:15 p.m. | By Newswatch Woolworths has recalled a limited batch of WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo after bacterial contamination was detected, offering customers full refunds without proof of purchase. Woolworths has recalled its WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo after tests detected bacteria…...

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ecr.co.za > news > sport > midlands-ultra-routes-embracing-the-beauty-of-midlands

Midlands Ultra routes embracing the beauty of the KZN Midlands

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (738+ words) Updated Sept. 1, 2026, 2:06 p.m. | By POD Media The return of the Midlands Ultra Triathlon on Sunday, 13 September will give athletes more than an endurance challenge, with the routes designed to showcase the distinctive beauty of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Based at the iconic…...

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ecr.co.za > lifestyle > brain-fog-lions-mane-focus

Lion’s Mane for brain fog and focus: What to know

2+ week, 1+ hour ago   (664+ words) Updated Aug. 31, 2026, 2:46 p.m. | By Charis Coleman Lion’s Mane has become one of the most talked-about supplements in the wellness space, particularly among people looking for better focus and mental clarity. But what exactly is it, and what should you know before…...

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ecr.co.za > shows > stacey-jsbu > music-and-memory-could-your-playlist-help-you-study

Music And Memory: Could Listening To Music Help You Study?

2+ week, 2+ hour ago   (503+ words) Updated Aug. 31, 2026, 2:35 p.m. | By Stacey & J Sbu We’re officially in the ninth month of the year, which means final exams are creeping closer for many students along with the stress, late nights and desperate attempts to make all that information actually…...

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ecr.co.za > lifestyle > family > last-quarter-year-dr-shares-tips-help-beat-fatigue

Last quarter of the year: Dr shares tips to help beat fatigue

2+ week, 3+ hour ago   (858+ words) Updated Aug. 31, 2026, 12:41 p.m. | By Poelano Malema Dr Kagiso Letsabo shares some of the uncommon signs of fatigue and tips on how to manage it as we head towards the end of the year. As the end of the year slowly approaches,…...

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ecr.co.za > news > news > psychologist-against-blaming-alcohol-violent-behaviour

Psychologist cautions against blaming alcohol alone for violent behaviour

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (259+ words) Updated Aug. 30, 2026, 1:25 p.m. | By Kubobonke Luthuli A Durban psychologist says alcohol consumption should not be seen as a complete explanation for violent behaviour. This is a reaction to the latest crime statistics, which show thousands of serious violent crimes in South…...