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WHAT TO DO IN AN EVENT OF A CAR ACCIDENT

From tiny fender benders to complex multi-vehicle crashes. No matter the severity, each accident comes with its own set of challenges. Here are few guidelines to take in the event of an accident.

Inform your family members about the accident. Let them know where you are and what happened. They’ll likely want to come to the scene to make sure you’re okay.

Notify the authorities, so that an accident report can be filed. Exchange information with the other driver, your name, phone number, Insurance information. Take pictures and get a police report/case number.

After a car accident, it is always best to see a doctor, even if you think you are not injured. Many injuries do not show symptoms immediately but can become more serious over time.

You will also need to provide the insurance company with information about the accident, as well as any damage that was done to your vehicle.

Should you find yourself experiencing any hassles, you can also seek legal advise.

KELOIDS

A keloid is the formation of a type of scar which, depending on its maturity, is composed mainly of either type III (early) or type I (late) collagen. It is a result of an overgrowth of granulation tissue (collagen type 3) at the site of a healed skin injury which is then slowly replaced by collagen type l.

Keloids are finn, rubbery lesions or shiny, fibrous nodules, and can vary from pink to the colour of the patient's flesh or red to dark brown in color. A keloid scar is benign and not contagious, but sometimes accompanied by severe itchiness, pain, and changes in texture. In severe cases, it can affect movement of skin. Keloid scars are seen 15 times more frequently in people of African descent than in people of European descent.

Keloids should not be confused with hypertrophic scars, which are raised scars that do not grow beyond the boundaries of the original wound. Signs and symptoms Keloids expand in claw-like growths over normal skin· They have the capability to hurt with a needle-like pain or to itch, although the degree of sensation varies from person to person. If the keloid becomes infected, it may ulcerate. Removing the scar is one treatment option; however, it may result in more severe consequences: the probability that the resulting surgery scar will also become a keloid is high, usually greater than 50%. Laser treatment has also been used with varying degrees of success.

Keloids form within scar tissue. Collagen, used in wound repair, tends to overgrow in this area, sometimes producing a lump many times larger than that of the original scar. They can also range in color from pink to red. Although they usually occur at the site of an injury, keloids can also arise spontaneously. They can occur at the site of a piercing and even from something as simple as a pimple or scratch. They can occur as a result of severe acne or chickenpox scarring, infection at a wound site, repeated trauma to an area, excessive skin tension during wound closure or a foreign body in a wound. Keloids can sometimes be sensitive to chlorine. Keloid scars can grow, if they appear at a

WITH DR R. SINGH

This skin Feature was rendered by Dr Raj Singh, educating the community on skin disease. He is available for a consultation at his, Scottsville branch in Pietermaritzburg or at his Durban branch.

younger age, because the body is still growing. Keloids expand in claw-like growths over normal skin. They have the capability to hurt with a needle-like pain or to itch, although the degree of sensation varies from person to person.

If the keloid becomes infected, it may ulcerate. Removing the scar is one treatment option; however, it may result in more severe consequences: the probability that the resulting surgery scar will also become a keloid is high, usually greater than 50%. Laser treatment has also been used with varying degrees of success.

Keloids form within scar tissue. Collagen, used in wound repair, tends to overgrow in this area, sometimes producing a lump many times larger than that of the original scar. They can also range in color from pink to red. Although they usually occur at the site of an injury, keloids can also arise spontaneously. They can occur at the site of a piercing and even from something as simple as a pimple or scratch. They can occur as a result of severe acne or chickenpox scarring, infection at a wound site, repeated trauma to an area, excessive skin tension during wound closure or a foreign body in a wound. Keloids can sometimes be sensitive to chlorine. Keloid scars can grow, if they appear at a younger age, because the body is still growing.

Location

Keloids can develop in any place where skin trauma has occurred. They can be the result of pimples, insect bites, scratching, bums, or other skin injury. Keloid scars can develop after surgery. They are more common in some sites, such as the central chest (from a sternotomy), the back and shoulders (usually resulting from acne), and the ear lobes (from ear piercings). They can also occur on body piercings. The most common spots are earlobes, arms, pelvic region, and over the collar bone.

More information on Keloids treatment next week...

DR R. SINGH SPECIALIST DERMATOLOGIST

DR R Singh is a specialist dermatologist with offices in Pietermaritzburg and Durban and offers the following:

• General Dermatology/

• Diagnosis Plus Mole Mapping for Skin Cancer’s

• Botox/Fillers

• Ultra-Violet Therapy for Eczema

• Psoriasis/Vitiligo

• Dermatological Surgery

• Photo Dynamic Skin Therapy for Cancers

• Non Surgical Face Lift

• Laser Liposuction

• Platlet Rich Therapy

• Fat Transfer

• e Matrix

We stock Heliocare and Neostrata products and we deliver nationwide. Click here for more info

We stock skin care products formulated by DR R Singh for all skin types and skin conditions

Contracted to most Medical Aids. T’s and C’s apply

Pietermaritzburg

9 Geere Street, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg

Tel:033 342 5406 / 9052

Cell: 068 465 2829

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Cell: 073 579 3578

Eggless Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

* 325g all-purpose flour

* 3 teaspoons baking powder

* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

* 75 g unsweetened cocoa powder

* 1/2 teaspoon salt

* 1 tablespoon (15 ml) hot water

* 1 teaspoon instant coffee

* 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter

* 2 cups (400 g) white granulated sugar

* 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil

* 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract

* 1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream (at room temperature)

* 1 teaspoon (5 ml) apple cider vinegar

* 360 ml buttermilk (at room temperature)

Method

* Preheat the oven to 175º C.

* Line a (35 x 24 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.

* Lightly grease with baking spray with flour.

* In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa, and salt.

* Stir together hot water and instant coffee power until the coffee is dissolved.

* Mix butter and sugar until it appears creamed and pale.

* Then mix in oil and vanilla followed by sour cream, coffee mixture, and vinegar

* Add the flour mixture in three batches, alternating with buttermilk Do not overmix.

* Pour batter into prepared pan(s).

* Bake for 30 – 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

* Frost with chocolate frosting, once cooled.

Chocolate Frosting Recipe

* 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened

* 120g powdered sugar sifted

* 1/4 cup (20g) cocoa powder sifted

* 1 1/2 teaspoons milk plus more as needed

* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

* Pinch of espresso powder optional

* Pinch of salt

*In a medium bowl, beat softened butter until light and fluffy. Add remaining ingredients and beat until well-combined and fluffy. Add more milk by the 1/4 teaspoon if necessary until frosting reaches your desired consistency.

CONFIRM YOUR SPACE IN COMRADES WOMEN’S BOOT CAMP

Time and space are running out for the inaugural Comrades Marathon Women’s Boot Camp; and female athletes are urged to secure their spot at this Saturday’s all-women affair.

Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) Marketing & Communications Manager, Delaine Cools says, “We have just five days to go and are super-excited about hosting the very first Comrades Women’s Boot Camp in Johannesburg. We are pulling out all the stops to make this week’s all-women event, fun, interactive and truly engaging.”

It’s all in line with catering for our female athletes, assisting them to stay in top shape and keeping them motivated and inspired to take on The Ultimate Human Race.

Join us for a fun-filled morning at the Southern Sun Sandton with Comrades’ very own fitness enthusiast, @ FitMasi, Comrades Coach, Lindsey Parry and Comrades Dietitian, Nikki De Villiers who will help you with your training for The Ultimate Human Race.

bag, enjoy a scrumptious breakfast and one on one interactions with the Comrades Coach and other professionals. Remember to bring your yoga mat and towel.

Space is limited so book now via https://www.easyreg.co.za/event/ultimate-ladiesbootcamp-2023

Date: 22 April 2023

Time: 8:30am

Venue: Southern Sun Sandton: 123 Rivonia Rd, Sandown, Sandton, 2196

Cost: R275

Terms and conditions apply!

For more information, please click through to www.comrades.com

Dr Roshan Singh

Spreading the Light of the Vedas

For a full and detailed horoscope for 2023, email punditroshan@telkomsa.net

Aries

Jupiter is on the last leg of its journey through your sign, dear Aries. It has just over five weeks left of its transit of Aries. Today and tomorrow, aim to take advantage by exploring new personal interests or doing something you’ve always wanted to do but lacked the confidence. Today can be creative and expressive.

Taurus

Your inner life is in stronger focus today, dear Taurus, and you’re well-positioned for observation, research, investigation, and strategy. There can be new insight into a previously confusing issue, and it’s a relief. Jupiter is spending its last five weeks in your privacy sector before it moves into your sign and brings its blessings of confidence and optimism to your personality.

Gemini

Today favors agreements, negotiations, and compromises, dear Gemini. There can be mutual support with others, and you readily attract who and what you want into your life. Venus is just about to move into your sign, and the weeks ahead are particularly strong for warm attention and personal enjoyment.

Cancer

You’re zeroing in on the smaller details of your life today, dear Cancer, but you’re thinking big and applying new ideas and methods to old problems. Putting things in their place can be satisfying. Also today, you’re in good shape to focus on something or someone special to you.

Leo

Jupiter is on the last leg of its journey through your solar ninth house, dear Leo, and it’s a good idea to take advantage by learning what you can and connecting with those subjects you genuinely enjoy. Today and tomorrow particularly favor these things.

Virgo

Your inner world lights up today, dear Virgo, and you’re in great shape for activities that emphasize bonding. You’re wellpositioned to understand your needs and feelings and to see what others need from you more clearly. Your improved relationship with yourself can ultimately benefit many different life departments.

Libra

Today and tomorrow are powerful for partnering up with someone special, dear Libra, or for teaming up with people to accomplish your goals or collaborate. You express your affections in unique ways, and others see you in a special light. Your wisdom is evident to people today.

Scorpio

Today’s transits turn your attention to maintenance tasks, special belongings, and finding novel ways to get comfortable and enjoy yourself, dear Scorpio. At the same time, your attractions run a little deeper than usual. It’s a good time to build, repair, or strengthen a relationship.

Sagittarius

This can be a comfortable day for self-expression, dear Sagittarius. The day’s energies largely support your creative or romantic inclinations. As well, Venus is about to move into your partnership sector, and you’re entering a strong cycle for relating, bonding, and attracting.

Capricorn

You’re connecting well with your inner world today, dear Capricorn, and transits favor attention to your personal life, family, intimate relationship, or private time. You may benefit from operating under the radar in some way today.

Aquarius

Jupiter is on the final leg of its journey through your communications sector, dear Aquarius. It will spend just a little over one more month here before moving on to bless and expand home and family matters. Take advantage of this time to enjoy learning, writing, studying, and making connections.

Pisces

Taking care of business feels right today, dear Pisces, and possibly quite enjoyable. You’re also attracted to earthy, comfortable activities, and it’s a good time to feel on top of things, even with a gentle pace. Venus is about to move into your home and family sector, and the weeks ahead are powerful for getting comfortable and harmonizing in your personal life.

Navagraha Chowki

Your inner self (Atman) and true nature cannot be compared to anything. It has no name, form or action, no shape, size or colour. It is beyond all elements and quantities of nature. It is beyond body and mind, time and appearance altogether. In a similar way making use of the various Chowkis which have been prepared with great precision and spirituality are able to transform your home or office into a place of abundance and prosperity.

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Correcting your Vibrational Energy Field

LOVE TO LIVE

SERVING THE YOUTH AND THE COMMUNITY

19TH TO 21ST MAY 2023

PROTEA SPORTS CENTRE

CELEBRATING 23 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE

Open to all Learners, Schools in Pietermaritzburg Region

“SAY YES TO LIFE”

Essay/Poster Competition TALENT CONTEST

Song, dance and sketch items incorporating the central theme of “Say Yes to Life”

Saturday, 20th May

“Say Yes to Life Motorcade”

Primary School Song, Dance & Sketch Contests

Mr/Ms Love to Live Contest

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Sunday, 21st May from 7am, Protea Sports Centre

“Say Yes to Life Walk”

Secondary School Song, Dance & Sketch Presentations

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SUPERHEROES RACE4CHARITY PARTICIPATED AT THE 2 OCEANS MARATHON

Community Chest Durban and PMB & District Community Chest congratulate all our Superheroes Race4Charity runners who took part in this weekend's Two Oceans Marathon. Well done Team and all the best in your training for the Comrades Marathon 2023

We know how many hours of training go into preparing for the Comrades Marathon in addition to raising much-needed funds for Early Childhood Development.

WE REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR DEDICATION AND SUPPORT.

#twooceansmarathon #committment #gratitude

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IT FIELD TECHNICIANPIETERMARITZBURG

R10 000-00 – R15 000-00 PER MONTH

RedCat Recruitment is urgently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced IT FIELD TECHNICIAN for a well-established national concern, position based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Vacancies

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGERPIETERMARITZBURG

RedCat Recruitment is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER for a large international company, position based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATORPIETERMARITZBURG OUTSKIRTS

R10 000-00 – R15 000-00 PER MONTH

RedCat Recruitment is seeking an and experienced PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR for a wellestablished company – position based in the outskirts of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

HUMAN RESOURCES ONBOARDING MANAGER - PIETERMARITZBURG

RedCat Recruitment is urgently seeking a qualified and experienced HUMAN RESOURCES ONBOARDING MANAGER for a well-established growing concern, position based along the outskirts of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Pronel recruitment operates nationally. All consultants are experienced and fully trained in the recruitment, selection and ability testing of personnel. Our team is passionate about helping match the best candidate with the right position. With such a dynamic team, Pronel is willing and ready to assist both clients and candidates.

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