From kissing to final base, people have to say yes before you can go on. We asked people in South Africa what consent means to them and what influences their decisions
The demand for donor organs far outstrips the supply because data is not shared, not all hospitals are equipped to do transplants and the National Health Act is inadequate
Left untreated, an HIV infection can cause inflammation in someone’s brain and lead to mental health problems but antiretrovirals can stop it from happening
By 2030, the planet is likely to be warmer, undermining the fight against tuberculosis
It’s a tough decision — and one few grieving parents are willing to make
Up to one in five people can get long Covid — a condition in which someone feels ill for months after their initial symptoms have cleared up
Burning fossil fuels makes the Earth warmer, causing weather patterns to change. In areas with air pollution, this can make it even harder for people with lung diseases to breathe
Every year thousands of women die of cervical cancer, caused by the human papillomavirus. Gynaecologic oncologist Langanani Mbodi explains to Mia Malan what can be done
The Earth is getting hotter and extreme weather events are becoming more common. It’s bad news for all aspects of our lives
Private pharmacies to join the management of antiretroviral treatment programme, making it easier for those who need the life-long medicine