Too much cholesterol, especially the bad kind, can clog your arteries and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Between April and December 2023, public health facilities in Gauteng saw 167,109 male patients, with a staggering 40% (67,400) treated for Male Urethritis Syndrome ...
In South Africa, where the socio-economic landscape is punctuated by hardship, violence and trauma, social withdrawal presents a worrying trend.
Why South Africa’s medication costs are so low South Africa’s low drug prices are not a happy accident.
In South Africa, the impact of poor nutrition is becoming ever more apparent as these lifestyle-related diseases continue to burden the healthcare system and affect ...
While still in the draft stages, this initiative is set to address a pressing need in a country where many women face financial difficulties during pregnancy.
The reality in South Africa is that approximately 80% of children with cancer die without access to adequate care.
Big life changes like moving out, starting a job or getting married can also play a role.
Sometimes, it feels like you can’t breathe properly and your mind is overwhelmed with constant worries.
The younger workers are often criticised for being too rigid, for not following company rules and for lacking manners, reliability and flexibility.
Pins and needles or sharp pains could be warning signs of nerve damage, a condition that might be more common than many think.
Their bodies often demand more food, not just in quantity but in the specific kinds of food they need to keep their energy up and their muscles in top shape.
Some might be excited to return to their usual activities and see their friends, while others might feel nervous about starting a new school.
Starting university is exciting and challenging, but visions for this major next step in life and towards adulthood are often tempered by uncertainty.
Drug overdose rates tend to spike in the holiday season, due to stress, loneliness and the increased availability of drugs.
In South Africa, exposing a child to pornography is not only morally wrong but also illegal.