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SA plans anti-HIV jab roll-out at hundreds of clinics by April –
Subedar says Sahpra has indicated that it could register the medicine as early as October, but she cautions that this is dependent on the regulator receiving all necessary paperwork from…
KZN Family Still Searching For Missing Patient After 7 Years
Still searching for answers Despite these efforts, Deliwe Mchunu is still left…
Dementia Patients At Risk As Families Struggle Without Support
However, more needs to be done to support families dealing with dementia…
GRNMA leadership finally apologises to Health Minister, reaffirms commitment to dialogue
GRNMA Leadership Apologizes to Health Minister, Commits to Constructive Dialogue The leadership…
To Vaccinate Or Not: What Drives Parents’ Choices
Despite the challenges faced by parents in accessing vaccines and misinformation surrounding…
Lifestyle
Against All Odds: Monica Kafui’s Triumphant Journey to Becoming a Registered Nurse
Accra, Ghana — In a story that echoes resilience, sacrifice,…
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Partnering diet and intestinal microbes could protect against GI disease
Nutrition is a vital part of our daily lives, yet it remains somewhat of a mystery. While we know that…
Trump taps Sara Carter of Fox News to be next national drug czar
President Trump has made a surprising choice for the nation's next drug czar by selecting Sara Carter, a conservative journalist…
Park entrances may be hotspots for infective dog roundworm eggs
Park entrances in Dublin parks may be hotspots for infective dog roundworm eggs, according to a recent study conducted by…
State and local health departments reel from federal budget cuts
As the nation grapples with the ongoing challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, the impact of budget cuts on public health…
Pregnant women advised to avoid mentholated e-cigarettes
Vaping during pregnancy is a growing trend, but the potential risks associated with it are still not fully understood. A…
Gender-affirming hormones protect from HIV, new data show
Over ten years ago, psychologist and researcher Jae Sevelius proposed the idea that the behaviors putting transgender individuals at a…
Pit Toilets In South Africa’s Schools Will Be There Long After March 31 Deadline
The deadline set by Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube for the eradication of pit latrines in South Africa's schools is…
Plant-based diet trial boosts health for people living with kidney disease
A groundbreaking study conducted by the University of Wollongong (UOW) has revealed the significant benefits of a diverse plant-based diet…
CalPERs claims UnitedHealth cheated investors by hiding upcoding scheme
The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), the country’s largest public pension fund, has amended its lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group,…
NHI Is A Pressing Need To Deal With South Africa’s Health Inequalities
Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi has raised concerns about the country's ability to address health inequalities. Speaking at the G20…