Rinato Clinic

07/09/2026

No medication is completely free of side effects.

But that does not mean you should fear treatment.

Every medication comes with benefits, risks, and a reason for being prescribed.

The real question is not simply, “Can this drug have side effects?”

It is “Do the benefits outweigh the risks, and is it the right choice for me?”

That is where proper research, clinical trials, medical expertise and responsible prescribing matter.

Because taking medication should never be a blind decision.

It should be an informed one.

04/09/2026

Your kidneys can be in trouble before you realise it.

Kidney failure doesn't always announce itself early.

As kidney function declines, your body may begin showing signs such as:

Swelling around the feet, ankles, legs or hands.

Changes in how often you urinate.

Persistent tiredness or weakness.

Nausea or loss of appetite

Itchy or dry skin

Shortness of breath

Difficulty concentrating or confusion

The important thing?

Don't wait for symptoms before taking your kidney health seriously.

Regular health checks.

Including appropriate blood and urine tests, can help identify kidney problems early.

Listen to your body.

Know your risk.

Take your kidney health seriously.

02/09/2026

Less sugar does not always mean healthier.

You see reduced sugar on the label and feel like you are making the better choice.

But what replaced it?

Dr. Lorna unpacks the uncomfortable side of food reformulation.

And why understanding what is actually in your food matters more than the words on the front of the package.

Because your health deserves more than clever labels.

Listen to the full conversation.

28/08/2026

Nothing feels better than knowing your work made a real difference.

Behind every review is a person who trusted us with their health.

And chose to share their experience afterwards.

For Dr. Lorna and the Rinato team, these words are more than compliments.

They are reminders of why quality care, compassion and doing things right matter.

Because the most rewarding feedback is knowing someone walked through our doors and left feeling genuinely cared for.

To every patient who has trusted us enough to share their story.

Thank you.

26/08/2026

You do not have to break before you give yourself permission to step back.

Rest is not weakness.

Walking away is not giving up.

And supporting someone does not always mean having the right words.

Sometimes, presence is enough.

A hand to hold. A quiet space. A reminder that they don't have to carry everything alone.

Because even the people we call “strong” are human too.

Take the breath. Create the space. Protect your peace.

25/08/2026

The voting deadline has officially been extended.

You now have until 25 August 2026 at midnight to support Dr. Lorna Maphuthuma of Rinato Clinic in the Limpopo Medical Awards.

If you haven’t voted yet, this is your chance.

Cast your vote here👇
https://www.limpopomedicalawards.co.za/infrastructure-medical-practice-excell

Every vote counts.

24/08/2026

A new kind of wellness has arrived at Rinato Clinic.

Over the weekend, we celebrated the launch of the Rinato Clinic Health Bar, in collaboration with Content Cafe.

Bringing together healthcare, wellness and lifestyle in one refreshing space.

A beautiful start to something created with one goal in mind.

Making healthier choices feel good.

Here’s to the beginning of something special.

22/08/2026