Health

How forensic pathologists play a key role in tracking disease and supporting public health

Forensic pathologists are often portrayed in a dark and mysterious light, focusing solely on death and criminal investigations. However, their role extends far beyond that, as highlighted in a recent…

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Senate tax bill, anti-vax rhetoric, lung cancer

The use of swear words in journalism has always been a controversial…

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Circadian disruption by night light linked to multiple cardiovascular outcomes

Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute researchers, in collaboration with colleagues from…

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Why this activist is putting her body on the line for Americans with disabilities

Latoya Maddox, a disability rights activist, found herself at the center of…

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A personal reflection on building a more inclusive and empowering future

Patient education plays a crucial role in empowering patients with knowledge to…

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Lifestyle

5 things never to say to a bride before her wedding

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WATCH: TikTok ASMR trend heads to the massage studio in SA

ASMR, short for autonomous sensory meridian…

Why are we so negative? An expert answers

Do you ever find yourself dwelling…

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Medical cannabis could speed recovery, especially at community recovery homes, pilot study indicates

A recent pilot study conducted by UBC Okanagan and Thompson Rivers University explored the potential benefits of medically supervised cannabis…

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RFK Jr. will instruct CDC to stop recommending fluoridation

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a bold statement on Monday, announcing his plans to urge the Centers…

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R600m Gauteng Forensic Pathology Building Abandoned Mid-Construction 

However, the Gauteng Department of Health seems to be struggling with finances, causing delays in payments to contractors and ultimately…

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Research suggests being physically active, even just a couple of days a week, may be key to better health

Physical activity is essential for maintaining good health and longevity, but not everyone has the time to exercise daily. However,…

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U.S. measles deaths had become rare, but that could be changing

The United States has seen a concerning rise in measles deaths in the first few months of 2025, with three…

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Researcher uncovers how dietary fat may fuel cancer growth: Q&A

Estela Jacinto, a professor of biochemistry and molecular biology at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, has been at the…

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Second child with measles dies in Texas as outbreak spreads

A tragic incident has occurred in West Texas as a second unvaccinated school-aged child has lost their life to a…

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Lung cancer screening lags behind breast and colorectal screenings

Lung cancer screening is a crucial tool in catching lung cancer early and potentially saving lives. However, despite recommendations for…

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CBO says Medicare’s main trust fund to last until 2052

The latest report from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has brought some unexpected good news for Medicare's financial future. According…

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SA scientists release promising HIV cure trial results –

The groundbreaking findings of the first HIV cure trial in Africa have been released by South African scientists, showcasing promising…

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