Adrie Vermeulen

Every year on 31 August, International Overdose Awareness Day reminds us of the lives lost to overdose, the families and communities affected, and the importance of preventing future deaths. It also carries an important message: overdose can happen to anyone. What Is an Overdose? An overdose occurs when the body is overwhelmed by a substance or combination of substances. Risk can increase when substances are mixed, when an unexpectedly strong or contaminated substance is used, or when...

Women are often expected to be strong — to care for families, manage responsibilities, support others and simply keep going. But behind that strength, there may be struggles that aren't always visible. This Women’s Month, SANCA encourages us to look beyond appearances and recognise that strong women need support too. When Coping Becomes a Concern Stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, financial pressure, caregiving responsibilities and other challenges can take a significant emotional...

Every workplace experiences pressure from time to time. Tight deadlines, changing markets, and increasing workloads are part of doing business. But when stress becomes the norm rather than the exception, it may be time to invest in a structured corporate wellness programme. Here are five signs your organisation could benefit from additional employee wellbeing support. 1. Increased Absenteeism If employees are regularly taking sick leave or unplanned time off, it may indicate underlying...