30/06/2026
"𝗜 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗴."
We often dismiss severe exhaustion, brain fog, and unusual changes in our bodies as just the results of a busy, demanding lifestyle. For one of our own Ampath team members, Alicia Frank, a chaotic routine wasn't the culprit; it was severely depleted iron levels.
After stopping her contraceptive pill, Alicia experienced heavy periods and extreme fatigue, but she dismissed the symptoms. The most alarming sign? An intense craving to eat soap (a condition known as pica).
It wasn't until the launch of the Patient Blood Management (PBM) programme that she was prompted to get a full blood count done. Thanks to the guidance of an Ampath PBM-certified Haematologist, Alicia was guided to specialist clinical care and iron infusion treatment. Today, her energy is returning, and her cravings have completely disappeared.
"As a woman, don't ignore when your body is speaking to you. It isn't always just about life being too busy or feeling overwhelmed; sometimes it's your body asking you to pause, to listen, and to take care of yourself."
Your blood is replaceable, not your life! Talk to your doctor or visit your nearest Ampath lab to prioritise your health today.
