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Health Tips for Batswana Families

Honest, practical health advice from the team at Reld Med Pharmacy in Francistown. Not a substitute for a consultation — but a great place to start.

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Chronic Care

Managing High Blood Pressure in Botswana — A Practical Guide

High blood pressure is one of the most common chronic conditions we see at the pharmacy. Here's how to take control — with food, movement, and the right medication.

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Chronic Care

Living Well with Diabetes — Everyday Tips That Actually Help

Diabetes care isn't just about medication. It's about meals, movement, sleep, and the small daily habits that keep your sugar steady.

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Travel Health

Malaria Prevention When You Travel in Botswana

Travelling to the Chobe, Okavango, or northern Botswana? Here's how to protect yourself — and what to take with you.

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Family Health

Child Has a Fever — When to Treat at Home, When to See Us

Fevers in children are common and usually harmless. Here's a calm guide to managing one — and the warning signs that mean it's time to come in.

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Everyday Care

Is It a Cold, Flu, or Allergies? How to Tell the Difference

Runny nose? Sneezing? Sore throat? The treatment depends on the cause. Here's a quick way to tell them apart.

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Everyday Care

Medication Safety at Home — 7 Habits Worth Building

How you store, take, and dispose of medication matters as much as what you're prescribed. Small habits, big impact.

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Travel Health

Malaria Prevention in Botswana: A Guide for Travellers and Residents

Heading to the Okavango, Chobe or the northern districts? Here's what to know about malaria risk in Botswana, which prophylaxis to take, and when to get tested in Francistown.

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