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BARIATRIC SURGERY NEWSLETTER -MARCH 2013

BySource Matrix

In this month’s issue we  take an in depth look at the RISKS and the REWARDS of Bariatric Surgery. Download your free copy here Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter March 2013   Please make a note and set a reminder on your phone of our Next Support Group Meeting:   When: Tuesday 26 March 2013 ?…

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Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass vs. Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band.

BySource Matrix

Despite the level of poverty in South Africa, there is a substantial proportion of the population who are either overweight or obese. The rough figures indicate that approximately half of all women and a quarter of all men in South Africa are overweight, although not all of them to the point of obesity.  Historical data…

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MEDICAL AID IN SOUTH AFRICA

BySource Matrix

South Africa has about 97 medical schemes totalling around 8 million beneficiaries.  The total annual contribution to medical schemes is around R85-billion (according to the Council for Medical Schemes – 2012).  Take into account that South Africa have a population of more than 49 million people! Less than 17% of SA citizens belong to a medical…

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DECEMBER 2013 BARIATRIC SUPPORT NEWS

BySource Matrix

The Christmas Holidays are nearly upon us, and, like you, our   Bariatric Surgery Support Group is looking forward to a well-deserved rest over the coming days.   Before we break for festivities we would like to take the opportunity to thank all of our Members, The Support Group Committee, Dr Potgieter, Dr Swanepoel, Judy…

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2012 Newsletter: Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right!

BySource Matrix

Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right. Welcome to our 1st edition of this year – Click on the link below to download you free Newsletter:             Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter January 2012      

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