{"id":21,"date":"2025-10-15T11:09:51","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T11:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/doctorsonwestbourne.co.za\/?page_id=21"},"modified":"2025-12-12T07:33:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T07:33:19","slug":"news","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/doctorsonwestbourne.co.za\/index.php\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"News"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Understanding Influenza (\u201cFlu\u201d) & Why Vaccination Matters<\/a><\/h2>

Mar 4, 2026<\/span><\/p>

A Guide for Our Patients \u2013 South Africa (2026 Season) As we approach the cooler months in South Africa, we begin to see an increase in seasonal influenza \u2014 commonly known as \u201cthe flu\u201d. Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. While…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/article>

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Stay Sun-Safe This Festive Season: Why Sunscreen Matters this December\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>

Dec 12, 2025<\/span><\/p>

As the December holidays arrive and many families head to our beautiful South African coastline, it\u2019s easy to get swept up in the excitement of long beach days, outdoor gatherings, and warm summer weather. But while you enjoy the sunshine, it\u2019s important to remember…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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“The most caring GP I’ve ever had. Always has time for your issues . Takes an absolute thorough interest and solution to your health issues. Highly recommended”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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“Dr Kim Friggens is kind, professional and really empathetic. Her manner is gentle but firm. I\u2019d rate her as 5star GP and couldn\u2019t recommend her more highly.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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