Antiretroviral medicines have been a success, but more work is needed to reach United Nations targets

We need a combination of new approaches to reduce age disparate sex. And we need new technologies to protect young women.

There are a number of pathogens which are reported to be causing the outbreak of respiratory illness in China.

The percentage of people living with the HIV virus in South Africa has decreased from 14% in 2017 to 12.7% in 2022.

There are a number of ways to ‘detox’. But do they work? And are they safe?

The old hospital can’t cope says Movement for Change and Social Justice

‘Fried rice syndrome’ refers to food poisoning from a bacterium called Bacillus Cereus, which becomes a risk when cooked food is left at room temperature for too long.

It’s all too common for health professionals and departments to slip into silo mentalities.

Countries that have adopted clear food labels have seen the health benefits. Researchers explain how a new system to alert South African consumers to unhealthy choices was developed.

A nutritionist breaks down the health-giving benefits of various salad leaves.

The Department of Health confirmed a diphtheria outbreak at the Pollsmoor Prison in the Western Cape, where one inmate has died.

It’s sad news for the fans of the interactive fitness tracker, as it’s time to say goodbye to Fitbit. Here’s why it’s so abrupt.

Life just became a lot easier with the LIFEHACK series from The South African website. A new life hack every day of the week – don’t miss it!

Current indications are that the NHI, which aims to provide healthcare services that are free at the point of delivery has serious challenges to overcome.

The Department of Health has urged travellers to take precautions this malaria season. Here’s how to stay safe this festive season.

Over 7 400 malaria cases have been recorded in South Africa between January and October this year, with only 17% of these having been locally acquired.

Recently children have fallen sick or died from suspected food poisoning after eating food items allegedly bought from spaza shops.

Diabetes affects about 12% of South Africa’s adult population.

Shields said the seizure was caused by drinking too much water – which can be a cause in very rare circumstances.

Ads for targeted fat loss, especially for belly fat, are everywhere on social media. But is there any evidence to support this type of ‘spot reduction’?

The start of summer generally marks the start of the malaria season in South Africa.

Despite these warnings, ActionSA claims the national government has been slow in responding to this pressing issue.

As November marks the start of fire season in Cape Town, the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company has some top tips on how to stay safe.

The SA Government has warned of expired or fake food sold to the public in the informal sector Here’s how to spot reputable retailers.

Breast cancer remains a pressing issue among women in South Africa, trailing closely behind non-melanoma skin cancer in prevalence.