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‘Promising’ preliminary Covid-19 vaccine trial results
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Scientists have been working furiously to find a vaccine against Covid-19, and initial findings show positive results from the United Kingdom trial where the vaccine was tested on 1 077 healthy adults.
Covid-19 fast-tracks digital health programs
Ndivhuwo Mukwevho
Digital health innovations are one promising option for improving Africa’s healthcare systems and services – but be wary of how the digital divide manifests, says experts.
Perceptions of masculinity stop men reporting abuse
Sandile Mbili
Abuse knows no gender, and according to experts, men struggle with acknowledging their abuse due to shame and embarrassment.
Know your food labelsÂ
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Eating healthy is about understanding the ingredients in your food. Don’t be fooled by confusing labels, writes Bibi-Aisha Wadvalla.
Mkhize pleads with South Africans
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The Health Minister has expressed concern at the Covid-19 fatigue that has set in amongst South Africans
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Different clinics, different readiness. Inside the first week of Gauteng’s lenacapavir rollout
My experience getting the new HIV prevention jab, lenacapavir
While there are key populations who are at a higher risk of acquiring HIV, experts say they are not the only targets, and anyone is eligible to receive LEN.
Families desperate for help as rehab services remain out of reach
Despite the rehab centre being among the cheapest in the area, the family is struggling to keep up with the costs.Â