Cancer: know your chances
World Cancer Day is commemorated on 4 February and the theme for this year's celebration is: 'Together it is possible'.
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An inspirational woman Living with AIDS # 501
Walking away from being a successful business person in her community to start a non-governmental AIDS programme, Lorna Fisher gave away the opportunity to get very rich. But her work in the HIV field has now gained her recognition as one of the most inspirational women in South Africa.
Diabetes meds linked to pancreatic cancer
The diabetes medicine metformin has shown to reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer, while other diabetes medications were linked to a higher risk of the disease, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
Lifestyle can save you from cancer
Saturday, 4 February, marks World Cancer Day and with a theme of 'Together it is possible', highlights the importance of individuals, organisations and government to work together to alleviate the burden of cancer.
E-cigarettes in the spotlight
Electronic cigarette sales are booming despite growing fears about cancer and other health risks related to its use.
Blood test could spot pancreatic cancer early
A new blood test holds promise as a possible early detection tool for deadly pancreatic cancers.
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.
Oral HPV infection more common in men
Mouth and throat infections caused by the sexually-transmitted human papillomavirus (HPV), are more common in men.
Dagga and hubbly can be deadly for youth
Young people put themselves at risk of getting mouth and throat cancers by smoking dagga and the hubbly bubbly pipe. This is according to research announced recently.
Taking responsibility to protect others Living with AIDS # 500
People living with HIV have a critical role to play in preventing new HIV infections. A new strategy aims to enlist the help of HIV-infected people in preventing the spread of HIV.
A Calling
The inspiring stories of two rural youth who overcame the impossible in order to serve and save their communities.
Rural hospitals buckle as foreign docs delayed
Rural hospitals in South Africa are facing a serious doctor shortage in 2012 as a result of delays in registering foreign qualified doctors and the failure to place community service doctors in underserved hospitals.
Dagga, hubbly could give you cancer
Smoking tobacco, using a hubbly bubbly pipe and smoking dagga (marijuana), puts young people at high risk of developing oral- and oro-pharyngeal cancers. This message was highlighted by the South African Dental Association (SADA) at a press briefing in Cape Town this week.
Life happier after cigarettes
Quitting smoking doesn't just benefit your physical health, it's also good for your mental wellbeing.
Many still smoke after cancer diagnosis
A substantial number of lung and colorectal cancer patients continue to smoke after being diagnosed with cancer, according to a new report published in CANCER.