CSIR leans on artificial intelligence to boost rural healthcare
Young CSIR researchers this week displayed groundbreaking innovations aimed at enhancing South Africa’s rural healthcare system.
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Madonna hospitalised weeks before tour: Here’s everything we know
Madonna was hospitalised for several days due to a severe bacterial infection, casting doubt on her upcoming ‘Celebration’ tour.
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Should I get the flu vaccine? South African experts say yes – here’s why
The flu vaccine remains the most effective method to prevent severe illness. South African epidemiologists say.
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‘Paranoid’ Dineo Ranaka reportedly exits wellness hospital: Here’s what we know
Dineo Ranaka checked herself out of a Pretoria wellness hospital after reportedly getting into a heated squabble with a health worker.
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New reports raise worries about Jamie Foxx health condition
As questions linger on the actor’s health condition, new reports suggest Jamie Foxx may have suffered partial paralysis following a stroke
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Zoleka Mandela health update leaves fans worried
Zoleka Mandela left fans worried when she provided an update on her deteriorating health. Here’s what she revealed.
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Dineo Ranaka sparks fear with ‘suicide’ social media posts
Dineo Ranaka sent shockwaves across social media when she confessed her desire to commit suicide.
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Hammanskraal cholera outbreak: ANC levels blame squarely on DA
The Hammanskraal cholera outbreak has, thus far, claimed 15 lives and according to the ANC, the blame lies squarely with the DA.
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‘Rejuvenated’ Sonia Mbele wows at ‘Real Housewives of Johannesburg’
Sonia Mbele disclosed that she battles with intense anxiety, which was exacerbated by the pressure of producing the new season of ‘Real Housewives of Johannesburg’.
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Diphtheria cases discovered in South Africa, NICD confirms
The NICD alerted the Health Department of two laboratory-confirmed cases of diphtheria disease that were detected in April 2023.
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NICD declares Mumps outbreak: Here’s what you must know about the child virus
Mumps, the NICD said, is generally a mild childhood disease, mostly affecting children between the ages of five and nine.
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COVID-19 no longer a public health emergency of international concern
Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla warned, however, that despite the World Health Organisation’s declaration, COVID-19 is not over.
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Limpopo identified as epicentre of new measles outbreak
Limpopo has recorded 410 cases of measles, the most of any province. Here is the latest data from the NICD.
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Ramaphosa vows to deliver National Health Insurance in 2023
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is forging ahead with the National Health Insurance this year.
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Here’s where to buy PRIME Hydration in South Africa
Despite the product’s high price tag in South Africa, PRIME is similar to most other sports drinks and is not particularly expensive in other markets, such as the United States
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2023 Boston Marathon results: Eliud Kipchoge loses to Evans Chebet
Eliud Kipchoge finished in sixth place, over three minutes behind the winner and fellow Kenyan, Evans Chebet.
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Profit versus health: Four ways big global industries make people sick
These four industries account for at least one-third of global preventable deaths.
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Polio: Leading virologist offers a beginner’s guide to the different viruses and vaccines
The Conversation Africa’s Wale Fatade spoke to virologist Oyewale Tomori, who maps out the terrain of polioviruses, and their mutations, as well as what’s happening on the vaccine front.
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The world is hooked on junk food: Here’s how big companies pull it off
This rise in advertising has contributed to a growing global obesity crisis as well as nutrition deficiencies as more and more people opt to eat unhealthy food.
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Cannabis industry plans for South Africa have stalled: How to get them moving again
Currently farmers in South Africa grow hemp and cannabis indoors under controlled conditions. The commercialisation would allow larger scale growth.
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Measles outbreak: South Africa records 40 new cases
As of Saturday, 25 March 2023, measles outbreaks were declared in eight provinces, except for the Eastern Cape.
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Industries can harm health in many ways: Here are three that aren’t so obvious
Research shows that some commercial products and practices are directly linked to avoidable ill health,
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TB in children isn’t being controlled – It’s key to fighting the disease for everyone else
Effective treatment for TB has been available since 1952, but it is still the world’s top cause of death from a single infectious disease.
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Ramadan: A dietitian offers tips for healthy fasting
Registered dietitian, Dr Nazeeia Sayed, spoke to Faaizah Laher, a spokesperson for the Association for Dietetics in South Africa, about the healthiest approach to Ramadan fasting.
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WHO: New data shows the world is off-track in reducing salt intake
A WHO global report on sodium intake shows that the world is off-track to achieve its global target of reducing sodium intake by 30% by 2025.
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What Are the Health Benefits of CBD?
While research on the health effects of CBD is still in its early stages, some studies have suggested that it may have the following benefits.
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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.
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Antonio Banderas says 2017 heart attack was ‘best thing to happen to his life’
Antonio Banderas says having a heart attack was ‘one of the best things’ that’s ever happened to him as it forced him to change his life for the better
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Online porn addiction has trebled in Britain since pandemic started
New figures have revealed that porn addiction in the UK has trebled since the start of the pandemic.
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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.