Annetjie Stander Physiotherapists

21/04/2026

11/03/2026

New study explores intranasal administration of mother’s milk in babies after hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy?

The rationale is compelling: human milk contains stem cells, growth factors, anti-inflammatory mediators, and neurotrophic factors, and intranasal delivery may allow biologically active components to reach the brain through olfactory pathways.

Treatment tolerated in all 10 babies in this pilot study

Many mechanisms involved in preterm IVH overlap with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) in term infants—neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and impaired repair.

Could intranasal mother’s milk become a simple adjunctive neuroprotective therapy for term infants with HIE?

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41776367/

03/12/2025

On 3 December, we honour the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. At Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital, every patient is welcomed with warmth and respect. We’re proud to offer accessible and compassionate care.

Learn how we support all: www.zah.co.za

01/12/2025

18/11/2025

WORLD PREMATURITY AWARENESS DAY 💜

06/11/2025

Our hospital manager, Mr. Jordaan had a conversation this morning with Pieter Koen on VIA TV's morning show, Goeiemôre Good Morning! He discussed ZAH's rich history, our commitment to patient care, the invaluable role of our staff, and the exciting news of ZAH winning the Best Hospital and Best Cardiology Award in the Best of Pretoria in 2025.

View the discussion here:
https://loom.ly/d009jus

15/02/2025

🔹 ALWAYS: seek the advice of a qualified health care professional before taking antibiotics.
🔹 REMEMBER: Antibiotics do not treat viral infections, like colds and flu.

31/12/2024

03/11/2024