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Health

HSRC healthy survey gets underway

About 211 field workers will be visiting a total of 15 000 households across the country over the next six months. This is part of the 4th South African National HIV, Behaviour and Health Survey that is led by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC).

siphosethustuurman
February 28, 2012

Health

Cardiovascular patient profile changing

The face of cardio- vascular disease is changing. It has moved from a disease affecting mostly white males to one that affects younger, black people. This is largely due to lifestyle choices.

siphosethustuurman
February 20, 2012

Gender Based Violence, Women's Health

Femidoms still a taboo

Female condoms were introduced over a decade ago, but they still remain a taboo subject with many South Africans.

siphosethustuurman
February 14, 2012

Gender Based Violence, Women's Health

Endometriosis destroys quality of life

About 1 in 10 women of reproductive age suffer from a chronic and painful condition known as endometriosis. The disease can impact on the lives of women in a considerably adverse manner.

siphosethustuurman
February 7, 2012

Health

No quick fixes to healthy weight loss

Looking your best and losing weight always seems to be a priority for the new year for many South Africans. But with so many weight loss plans around, choosing the correct and healthy weight loss programme is crucial.

siphosethustuurman
January 30, 2012

Health, Health Systems

A new category of health professionals

A new cadre of health care workers aimed at strengthening the health service will join the system next year. The first batch of a new category of health professionals, known as 'clinical associates', recently graduated from Wits University, in Johannesburg.

siphosethustuurman
December 15, 2011

Health, Men's Health

MSM health risks

Dr. Mmatsie Manentsa, a doctor at Zuzimpilo Clinic, in Johannesburg, is passionate about providing quality service to men who have sex with men, otherwise known as MSM. She spoke to Siphosethu Stuurman about HIV and other health risks that pose a great challenge to this group.

siphosethustuurman
December 5, 2011

Health

HIV and good nutrition

Good nutrition helps keep your immune system strong and it's especially important for people living with HIV, as it enables them to better fight the condition.

siphosethustuurman
December 5, 2011

Health

Dealing with HIV-induced depression

People living with HIV/AIDS often endure lack of support from friends and family and suffer low self-esteem, which may result in depression. This can complicate one's journey to a healthy life.

siphosethustuurman
December 1, 2011

Men's Health

Birth control for men

Most men believe that birth control is a woman's responsibility and, to a certain extent, they are supported by women in that view. For instance, the majority of men will never have a vasectomy - the only birth control procedure for men. But why is that?

siphosethustuurman
November 28, 2011

Health, Women's Health

Stretching arthritis away

Arthritis is an umbrella term for over 200 diseases that cause pain and loss of movement of the joints. Arthritis can turn a person's life upside-down if left untreated, as it affects the body's movement, thus making it difficult to perform certain activities.

siphosethustuurman
November 14, 2011

Health Systems

Healthy smile, healthy body

Regular visits to your dentist can help you keep your teeth bright and shining. They can also tell you about the state of your general health, as poor oral health may be an indication of your overall health.

siphosethustuurman
November 7, 2011

News

Deadly stroke

The 29th of October marks International Stroke Day - a day meant to raise awareness about the causes of strokes.

siphosethustuurman
November 3, 2011

Health

Arthritis in children

Children from as young as below the age of 16 can also develop arthritis ' a disease of the joints that is commonly known to affect adults. But with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, young joints can be nursed back to good strength and health.

siphosethustuurman
October 24, 2011

Gender Based Violence, Women's Health

Living with Lupus

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus or simply Lupus is a rare disease that affects a number of organs in the body. It is mostly common in young females. Noxolo Malusalila is one such case.

siphosethustuurman
October 17, 2011

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