Woman remains positive she will be cured of her rare disease
A 34-year-old Soweto woman, who contracted a rare and debilitating illness two years ago, has chosen to be upbeat about her experience and wants to raise awareness of the condition.
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‘No time’ for healthy food
Taxi drivers from Kuruman to Nelspruit confess that fizzy drinks and junk food are a central part of their rushed lives.
The deadly consequences of obesity
By turning to another man for comfort after her obese husband lost interest in sex, a Free State woman’s actions sparked a tragic series of events that ended in murder.
WHO recommends tax on sugary drinks
The World Health Organisation (WHO) this week recommended that governments should tax sugary drinks as part of the global campaign against obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay.
Parents urged to act as childhood obesity rates climb
Experts urged parents to lead by example and help tackle childhood obesity, on World Obesity Day yesterday.
Video: SA children suffer severe tooth decay
In this mini-documentary for Morning Live (SABC 2) we explore the link between sugary beverages and tooth decay.
SA girls more obese than boys, but why?
This World Obesity Day experts warn of an emerging epidemic among our nation’s children. But why is it that girls, especially those living in urban areas, have obesity rates that double their age group’s average?
SA kids in big fat trouble, warns Federation
High rates of overweight exist alongside malnutrition and experts predict an ailing future for the nation's children if urgent action is not taken.
South Africa battles health burden from both infectious and non-communicable diseases
NEWS RELEASE: New Global Burden of Disease Study reveals that income, education, and birth rates – while critical – are not the only keys to healthy living in 195 countries.
Super-size South Africa: the role of the supermarket
Does the expansion of supermarkets across the country have anything to do with our expanding waist-lines?
Albino’s are still living under fear
KWA-ZULU NATAL – The mother of a four-year-old albino boy, who disappeared more than three months ago, is terrified that he was snatched for muti.
Nyaope’s deadly grip on Orange Farm
Orange Farm - a relatively young township situated about 45 kilometres south of Joburg - is under siege by nyaope addicts, with residents afraid to leave their homes in case they are burgled.
Dead psychiatric patient was ‘well’ before being moved
The brother of a deceased mentally-ill patient says he was healthy before being moved from a Life Esidimeni facility.
Breastfeeding’s protections last into old age
Recent research suggests that breast milk can protect newborns from developing obesity and diabetes later in life.
The battle over ‘healthy’ food
There is a huge global battle – often covert - over what constitutes healthy food. But civil society organisations in countries like Mexico are taking on the propaganda of ‘Big Food’ – and winning.