Lack of sex leaves women depressed, says survey
Mia MalanSeven out of 10 South African women say that a lack of sexual intimacy in their relationships makes them feel depressed.
Are carb cravings a red herring or is sugar addiction a thing?
Mia MalanSome experts say carbohydrates should be treated like drugs or alcohol, but the science isn’t clear-cut.
Vaginal gel won't protect women against HIV
Joan KokaThe search for an anti-HIV microbicide continues, after a new trial has refuted the results of a previous study that found one to be effective.
Excessive insulin is driving obesity, diabetes
Mandi SmallhorneInsulin resistance is caused by the body adjusting to the presence of too much insulin over extended periods and is one of the causes of obesity.
Drug users run the risk of HIV transmissions
Ina SkosanaMore harm reduction policies and programmes will help reduce dangers of practices such as sharing dirty needles and ‘flashblooding’.
Binge-beating Banting: Why Tim's take is hard to stomach
Mia MalanEating disorders and the Noakes diet make for strange bedfellows, and dubious results.
I was a Tim Noakes guinea pig
Craig McKuneThe sports scientist’s research team doesn’t shy away from pushing the body to its limits.
New vaccine set to greatly reduce prevalence of shingles
Ina SkosanaMost adults are at risk of contracting the painful viral infection – but until now only a few specialised medicines have been available to treat it.
'I want dyed hair – even if I have to pick scabs off my scalp'
Rebecca GuenardThe basic chemistry of hair dyes has changed little over the past century, but what do we know about the risks of colouring our hair, why do we do it?
Your smartphone could soon give a fast diagnosis of HIV
Joan KokaResearchers have developed a dongle and an app that can quickly screen for the virus and other sexually transmitted infections like syphilis.
People need to know more about abortion and contraception
Catriona MacLeodA number of fallacious assumptions undermine the effectiveness of measures to prevent or terminate a pregnancy, writes Catriona Macleod.
Community health workers "soldier on" for better health services
Amy GreenSome of the Free State health workers charged for gathering 'illegally' after a services protest accept a plea bargain, but the rest will soldier on.
Moral crusade condemns SA women to die
Amy GreenBackstreet abortion ‘doctors’ profit from stigma as patients are stripped of their dignity – and lives.
Measles threat puts Ebola to shame
Abha JaiswalThe disease is outfoxing prevention efforts, thanks in part to vaccination myths.
Community health workers back in court
Amy GreenFree State healthcare workers say they are being punished for having dared to defy health MEC Benny Malakoane publicly.
Basson granted recusal bid
Ina SkosanaWouter Basson has been granted permission to apply for the recusal of two members of the HPCSA committee sentencing him for unprofessional conduct.
Basson granted recusal bid
Ina SkosanaWouter Basson has been granted permission to apply for the recusal of two members of the HPCSA committee sentencing him for unprofessional conduct.
Dr Death outfoxes his pursuers
Mia Malan, Ina SkosanaAfter 14 years of delays, the Health Professions Council should have seen what was coming in the Wouter Basson case.
Dr Death outfoxes his pursuers
Mia Malan, Ina SkosanaAfter 14 years of delays, the Health Professions Council should have seen what was coming in the Wouter Basson case.
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Meet the silent but dangerous pollutant on our block: E-waste
The rise of the IT age means hazardous materials from electronic devices are being released into the environment at an increasing rate.
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The rural doctor who came home to live, love and heal
Which doctors want to work in the remote areas of South Africa? Mostly those who grew up there.
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Xenophobia violates Health Act and migrants' rights to care
Refugees run the border crossing gauntlet of lions, rivers, rape and theft hoping for a better life.
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When lightening strikes, it brings pale ailments
People who use creams to lighten their skin risk causing lasting damage to their bodies and nervous systems.
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Analysis: Tempers flare at Dr Death hearing
A move to ban Wouter Basson from medicine has been met with a tongue-lashing from his lawyer.
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Allay the dangers of maternity by honouring rural custom
Many women consult traditional healers, so it makes sense to enlist these cultural leaders in public health education.
