Why children need protection from toxic stress at an early age
The early childhood years, particularly ages 0-3, are the building blocks of life. In 2018, the World Health Organisation, …
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Toxic chemicals linked to lower egg counts in women
Birth rates are decreasing worldwide. In all European countries they’re even dropping below population replacement levels, which refers …
Coronavirus variants have new names
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a new naming system for the coronavirus that uses Greek letters to refer …
How long do COVID vaccines take to start working?
Amid Victoria’s worrying COVID outbreak, perhaps the point of greatest concern is the fact the virus has again found its …
Healthy women are having their labour induced for no identified medical reason
Pregnant women in Australia are increasingly having their labour induced rather than giving birth spontaneously – and some without good …
Second dose of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine: FAQs
Rare but serious blood clots that have been linked the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine have many people — especially those who …
Why hate should be considered a contagious disease
A significant portion of violence in the world is based on hatred. People find so many reasons to hate one …
Belgium halts J&J vaccine for under 41s
Belgium released a statement on Wednesday that it was suspending the use of Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccinations for people …
Does COVID really affect your heart?
Reading a recent article with the headline Setting the Record straight: there is no “COVID heart” teleported me back to …
No vaccine priority for South Africans with co-morbidities – ever
People with co-morbidities are not now, and will almost certainly not in the future, receive priority access to Covid-19 vaccines …
Can’t face exercise? Have a hot bath or a sauna instead
I study the effects of exercise on the body. So it’s perhaps unsurprising that when I’m not in the lab, …
How a plant-based diet could help prevent the next COVID-19
Viruses like COVID-19, SARS, bovine spongiform, swine flu and avian flu all have something in common: They all come from …
Your phone and your brain – what we know so far
A defining characteristic of the way many people live today is persistent online connectedness. Since the introduction of smartphones about …
Vaping and e-cigarettes are glamourised on social media, putting young people in harm’s way
Despite their widespread reputation as a “safer” alternative to cigarettes, e-cigarettes (also known as electronic cigarettes or vapes) are far …
Why do we get vaccines in the arm? It’s all about the muscle
Millions have rolled up their sleeves for the COVID-19 vaccine, but why haven’t they rolled up their pants legs instead? …
Paying people to get vaccinated might work – but is it ethical?
A financial shot in the arm could be just what is needed for Americans unsure about vaccination.
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Misinformation: Tech companies are removing ‘harmful’ coronavirus content
The “infodemic” of misinformation about coronavirus has made it difficult to distinguish accurate information from false and misleading advice. The …
Evolutionary medicine looks to our early human ancestors for insight into conditions like diabetes
Like all living things, humans are the product of a complex evolutionary history. Our ancestors’ environment and diets, and the …
30 minutes’ exercise won’t counteract sitting all day
It’s recommended we do at least 30 minutes of exercise a day – or 150 minutes a week – to …
Stretching can increase your tolerance for pain
To stretch or not to stretch?
Should you do it before or after exercise? Does it prevent or heal injuries? …
We’re a step closer to figuring out why mosquitoes bite some people and not others
Mosquitoes contribute to the transmission of life-threatening diseases that include Zika, dengue, chikungunya, Rift Valley fever and malaria. Of these, …
Malaria control needs longer lasting repellents. We’re a step closer to finding one
Malaria is one of the leading causes of illness and death around the world. The disease is primarily caused by …
States in India declare ‘black fungus’ in hospitals an epidemic
India is now struggling to deal with not one but two deadly diseases as black fungus infections continue to spread …
Sitting straight can cause back pain
The need to reduce social interactions as a preventive measure against covid-19 has dramatically enhanced telework. And that has led …
B16172 Q&A: all you need to know about this SARS-CoV-2 variant
Just as the UK is beginning to reopen, another variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, appears to be …
Doctors treating trans youth grapple with uncertainty, lack of training
Last month, the Arkansas Senate passed legislation prohibiting medical providers from offering gender-affirming hormones or surgeries to trans youth.
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How to avoid skin damage after months in lockdown
After a winter of lockdown and with coronavirus restrictions beginning to lift across the UK, many will be hoping for …
Adenomyosis causes pain, heavy periods and infertility
Adenomyosis is a condition of the uterus (womb), where the tissue that grows on the lining of the uterus (also …
Three provinces in South Africa entering third wave, rest of SA will inevitably follow
DURBAN.- Experts are convinced that the rest of the country will inevitably follow suit after three provinces confirmed they had …
How quickly do we become unfit?
Getting in shape isn’t easy. But after all that hard work, how long do we actually maintain it? Turns out …
Reasons to make COVID-19 vaccination mandatory for children
On May 5, Health Canada approved a COVID-19 vaccine for use in children aged 12-15 years. The United States …
Poor sleep linked to inability to focus – new study
The morning after a difficult night’s sleep, it can feel impossible to wake up. You might press the snooze button…
Ovarian cancer: Major setback as screening trial fails to save lives
A major trial to detect one of the most elusive and deadly cancers – ovarian cancer- has failed to save …
New Covid-19 data shows infections rising- as third wave hits
Dr. Mkhize has issued a warning for provincial departments to prepare for a rise in Covid cases in the coming …
Type 2 diabetes: sitting can cause problems with blood sugar levels, so get up and move
Many people spend large portions of their day sitting, which can cause a range of health problems. But many …
COVID-19 during pregnancy poses a low risk to newborns
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been great concern about how to protect the most vulnerable – …
How much sleep do you really need?
Just like eating, drinking or breathing, sleep is an essential part of life.
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WHO says Indian Covid variant of ‘global concern’
The World Health Organization (WHO) have classified the coronavirus variant first found in India last year as a “variant of …
Register for your Covid-19 vaccine through WhatsApp
The Department of Health has made a Covid-19 vaccine registration portal available through WhatsApp and USSD in South Africa.
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Push for tighter lockdown in South Africa
According to health experts in South Africa, stricter lockdown regulations should be introduced to avoid the impact of new Covid-19 …
What India’s second wave means for its vaccine coverage
With rich countries having bought up the majority of the world’s COVID-19 vaccines, the rest of the world has relied …
The link between fertility and longevity – new research
Fertility has declined in most industrialised countries. While the causes are largely unknown, a number of factors may contribute …
Mounting evidence suggests COVID-19 vaccines do reduce transmission
Since COVID-19 vaccines began rolling out across the world, many scientists have been hesitant to say they can reduce transmission …
ADHD affects girls too, and it can present differently to the way it does in boys. Here’s what to look out for
Two female Australian comedians recently revealed they’ve been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
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What’s the Valneva COVID-19 vaccine?
A COVID-19 vaccine from French company Valneva has yet to complete clinical trials. But it has caught the eye of …
Young adults with mild Covid symptoms at risk for long-term heart problems
New research has revealed that some young adults who had Covid-19 – but weren’t hospitalized- were found to have increased …
Mkhize calls for calm as new Covid variants are detected
JOHANNESBURG.- Health minister Dr. Zweli Mkhize has seeked to alleviate fears following the detection of two new Covid-19 variants.…
Treating a stutter should involve anxiety as well as speech
Joe Biden’s election as president of the United States rekindled interest in accomplishments by adults who stutter. Biden has …
Mkhize warns of big spike in Covid-19 cases in South Africa
According to Dr. Zweli Mkhize, health officials have recorded a worrying increase in Covid-19 cases across much of South Africa.…
How the trees in your local park help protect you from disease
On your next visit to the park, try and count all the different species you can see. Away from the …
