Health
SA leads fight against prostate cancer with new state-of-the-art facility
The state-of-the-art facility is being constructed at Steve Biko Academic Hospital (SBAH) in Pretoria.
Viral News
Watch: Fuming patient hurls ‘urine bomb’ at Calcot Dlephu Clinic nurses [video]
The Gauteng Health Department is investigating the circumstances behind the Calcot Dlephu urine attack.
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Health
Talk about breaking wind: These computers can detect cancer by listening to farts
Computers are being developed to spot cancer by listening to people's farts.
Sports
‘Pele is not on end-of-life support’, Brazilian football icon’s daughters insist
Pele's daughters insist their dad is not receiving end-of-life care. Here's why the Brazilian football icon was admitted to hospital.
Health
WHO: 40 million babies are ‘dangerously’ susceptible to measles
According to WHO, a record high of nearly 40 million children missed a measles vaccine dose in 2021.
Health
Measles outbreak declared in Limpopo: Here’s what we know
Limpopo residents have been urged clinicians to be on the alert for measles cases.
Health
Here’s a list of public hospitals not affected by loadshedding
37 hospitals across the country will be exempted from the loadshedding schedule.
Health
Fake news alert: HSRC data collectors are not robbing communities
The HSRC’s Acting CEO, Professor Leickness Simbayi, reassured members of the public that there was no truth in the circulating malicious messages.
Viral News
Health Ministry backs Dr Phophi Ramathuba amid calls for her axing
Dr Phophi Ramathuba's conduct may only be dealt with when the health minister returns from overseas.
Health
First monkeypox case detected in South Africa
The patient resides in Gauteng and NICD confirm a trace effort is underway.
Health
COVID-19 in SA: Senior citizens urged to get booster shot
There has been an increase of 56 hospital admissions in the past 24 hours.
Health
Dostarlimab: Does ‘miracle’ drug actually cure cancer? – These are the facts
The immunotherapy drug could be the answer to decades of cancer research.
Health
Is this Boity Thulo detox plan safe to follow? – Here’s what health experts say
You may want to read this before you start drinking castor oil.
Health
South Africa has lifted most COVID-19 restrictions, but risks remain
Public health messaging has a critical role to play in reinforcing the transmission and outcome risks.
Health
Can technology help fix state clinics?
For employed people, a day at the clinic typically means taking a day off work, often without pay.
Health
HSRC launches research on HIV prevalence in South Africa
Repeated every five years, 2022 marks the 20th anniversary of the first round of the survey.
Health
How to start a home gym and how much it costs
Starting a home gym can easily be the best, or worst, decision you'll make. Here's why.
Lifestyle
House plants that are harmful to pets
Here are six popular house plants that are harmful to pets
Health
Foot care tips that will protect you from major health risks
These foot care tips are essential for keeping your feet looking clean an feeling soft
Lifestyle
Why Healthcare Providers Are Outsourcing Their Nursing
Today, the need for dedicated and reliable nurses is as high as ever.
Health
Five aloe vera benefits you probably didn’t want to know
Improve your health and learn about these five aloe vera benefits.
Lifestyle
Anti-ageing tips you need to know
Age is beauty and so is keeping your skin looking healthy. Here are five important anti -ageing tips you need to know
Lifestyle
Eight nail care tools you need to have
These eight nail care tools are all you need to maintain clean and healthy looking hands
Health
Useful tips to help you stop nail biting
Here are effective tips to stop nail biting and information on some of the underlying causes
Health
Non-medical aid holders can get vaccinated at private sites – Here’s how
The government will cover the cost of non-medical aid walk-ins who get vaccinated at private sites.
News
EFF blasts medical aid schemes for ‘Nazi-like profiling’
The report found that medical aid schemes use an algorithmic system that automatically flags black SA medical professionals as high-risk fraudsters.