Gas cooking is associated with worsening asthma in kids. But proper ventilation helps
“You’re cooking with gas” is a familiar term associated with doing the right thing and doing it well. But is …
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The ten factors linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Although there’s still no cure, researchers are continuing to develop a better understanding of what increases a person’s risk of …
Vitamin B12 deficiency: what is pernicious anaemia, and why can it be so dangerous?
An estimated 6% of people in the US and UK suffer from vitamin B12 deficiency. The condition is recognised by …
First batch of Pfizer vaccines arrived in SA
According to Health minister Dr. Zweli Mkhize, the first batch of South Africa’s Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines were anticipated to arrive …
Could the COVID vaccines affect your period?
Over recent weeks, news reports have indicated some women are experiencing irregularities in their menstrual cycles after receiving a COVID …
Government considering new lockdown rules for SA ahead of third wave
The resurgence of the Covid-19 pandemic in India has prompted the South African government to consider introducing additional lockdown measures …
Four reasons why your tolerance for alcohol can change
As pubs and bars reopen across England, many are excited about the opportunity to enjoy a drink with friends and …
Variants are likely to blame for India’s COVID surge
With more than 300,000 new COVID cases a day and hospitals and crematoria facing collapse, Director-General of the World Health …
How the COVID-19 pandemic is damaging children’s vision
Eye doctors had planned to celebrate 2020 as the year of vision (as in seeing 20/20). Instead, it will be …
Why South Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout looks bleak
South Africa has the highest number of COVID-19 cases on the African continent. It has more than 50,000 reported deaths…
Don’t celebrate getting your vaccine with a night of drinking
After more than a year into the pandemic, you might feel like celebrating when you get your Covid-19 vaccine.…
How diet drinks could be affecting your fertility
Would you rather drink fizzy drinks or diet cola than water? Do you prefer sugar in your brew for a …
Pfizer CEO says a pill to treat Covid-19 at home could be ready at year end
A Covid-treating game-changer could be on its way – in the form of a pill that can be taken to …
New malaria vaccine proves highly effective
Coronavirus vaccines have been developed and deployed in record time, but as global rollout has progressed, too few doses have …
4 foods to help you combat dry skin this winter
Cracked lips, crusty elbows and dry skin that won’t stay moisturized no matter what you do. It’s that time of …
SA’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout to continue on Wednesday- Mkhize
JOHANNESBURG.- According to Health Minister, Dr. Zweli Mkhize, the Covid-19 vaccine rollout, which was paused due to blood clot …
Do you really need to drink 8 glasses of water a day?
The warmer weather and longer days have inspired reminders to “stay hydrated” and drink eight glasses of water – or …
Varicose veins: are they harmful?
Around 25% of women and 15% of men have varicose veins. These are swollen and twisted superficial veins – which …
COVID-19 restrictions take a toll on brain function
Confinement — which has been frequent during the pandemic — has undeniable effects on the brain. There’s the inability to …
COVID vaccine may lead to a harmless lump in your armpit
Australian women are being asked to think about the timing of breast cancer screening as they prepare to receive their …
5 things that could make your cold or flu symptoms worse
Flu season, which typically falls between April and September in South Africa, is likely to overlap or coincide with …
SA now has an app to report Covid-19 vaccine side-effects
SAHPRA has launched a new app that makes reporting side-effects patients experience when using medication and vaccines much easier, this …
Ivermectin: why it isn’t recommended for use
As the search continues for treatments for COVID-19, the results from a number of studies have led to changes in …
Gastro outbreak: how does it spread, and how can we stop it?
On Monday, Victorian health authorities released figures showing they’d received 389 reports of “gastro” outbreaks so far in 2021.
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What to drink with dinner to get the most iron from your food
A drink with your breakfast, lunch or dinner can make your meal more enjoyable. But have you considered whether your …
Benefits of drinking hot water with lemon before bed
According to health experts, lemons are full of health benefits.
Lemons
While people often eat lemons because of their vitamin …
Subtle signs you have a blood clot and what to do about it
Blood clots have been reported in a small number of people after they received Covid-19 vaccinations from AstraZeneca and Johnson …
Learning to live with COVID – the tough choices ahead
As mass vaccination continues to be rolled out, the UK is beginning to see encouraging signs that the number of …
COVID-19: does exercise really reduce the risk?
A new US study shows that people who are less physically active are more likely to be hospitalised and die …
How to actually fix a lost voice, according to science
Losing your voice, having a hoarse voice, or having any difficulties with your voice can be challenging, especially for those …
Exposure to triclosan could affect expectant mothers
After decades of use in some of the most well-known hygiene and cleaning products in our bathrooms and kitchens, concerns …
Covid-19 registrations for phase 2 rollout open now
Health minister, Dr. Zweli Mkhize made an announcement that online registrations for phase 2 of South Africa’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout …
How everyday chemicals are affecting sperm count
Within just a few generations, human sperm counts may decline to levels below those considered adequate for fertility. That’s the …
Gluten-free diet is expensive, socially challenging for those with celiac disease and wheat allergy
There are many reasons why someone would follow a gluten-free diet. People who have a gluten-related disorder such as the …
We’re on the hunt for novel ways to assess the risk of type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is characterised by elevated blood glucose levels. This can cause complications that lead to damage to the …
Johnson & Johnson vaccine paused over rare blood clots
The US, South Africa and European Union will temporarily stop the rollout of the Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine, following …
Have introverts really fared better in lockdown?
Since the onset of the pandemic, everyone from newspaper columnists to Twitter users has advanced the now idea that extroverts …
More kids are being diagnosed with ADHD
During my daughter’s challenging first year of school, we discovered how much effort it took her to sit and learn.…
Blood clots: comparing the AstraZeneca vaccine and the contraceptive pill
By the end of March, 79 cases of rare blood clots had been reported in those who’d received the AstraZeneca …
New research shows SA’s sugar-tax is having an impact
Three years ago South Africa introduced Africa’s first major tax on sugar-sweetened beverages based on grams of sugar. The tax …
Scientists invent home COVID-19 test using coffee machine capsules
Transitioning to home working had its challenges for us all, but when your job involves researching biological applications for nanotechnology, …
Misunderstanding addiction breeds despair and suffering
When a man claiming to suffer from the disease of sex addiction found that “comprehensive and fully integrated treatment…
3D-printed organs could save lives
Due to the global organ shortage and limited organ donors, thousands of patients are left wanting organs and tissues in …
You’re probably brushing your teeth wrong – here are four tips for better dental health
We all know the advice for healthy teeth – brush twice daily and don’t eat too much sugar. So why …
The common cold might protect you from coronavirus
We often assume that viral infections are caused by individual virus types. But in reality, we’re exposed to many viruses …
AstraZeneca: EMA says blood clots ‘very rare’ side-effect
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) said that blood-clotting should be listed as a “very rare” side-effect of taking the AstraZeneca …
New vaccine plans in works for SA- Mkhize
According to health minister Dr. Zweli Mkhize, government has reached an agreement with pharmaceutical company, Pfizer, for the delivery …
New COVID variants have changed the game
At the end of 2020, there was a strong hope that high levels of vaccination would see humanity finally gain …
The fastest and easiest way to demold your fridge
The refrigerator is a good place for mold and bacteria to grow, especially since mold grows quickly in food that …