Shut schools down says COSAS
Children need to be removed from classrooms immediately – as one life lost is one life too many, writes Douglas Ngobeni, COSAS spokesperson
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Come rain or shine, taxi windows must be open
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that domestically travelling taxis may be filled to 100% capacity, with the South African Medical Association warning that spending 20 minutes or more in a poorly ventilated taxi will increase one’s chances of contracting Covid-19.
‘Promising’ preliminary Covid-19 vaccine trial results
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
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
Abuse knows no gender, and according to experts, men struggle with acknowledging their abuse due to shame and embarrassment.
Know your food labels
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
The Health Minister has expressed concern at the Covid-19 fatigue that has set in amongst South Africans
The journey towards SA’s momentous GBV plan
Mandisa Khanyile, Rise Up Against Gender-Based Violence founder, sheds some light on the chronology and intention of the national strategic plan on gender-based violence and femicide.
Covid-19 isolation period decreased to 10 days
For mild Covid-19 cases, “virus cultures are generally only positive for eight to nine days after symptom onset,” says Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize.
Tembisa residents concerned over rising Covid-19 cases
The township is one of the coronavirus hotspot areas in the City of Ekurhuleni.
Africa’s struggles compounded by Covid-19
Violence, conflicts, and a shortage of resources present challenges in Africa's response to Covid-19, with refugees and displaced people the most vulnerable.
High Covid-19 infection rate at one of EC’s top schools
In Mthatha, St Johns College staff and students fear for their lives because of alleged mismanagement, secrecy and lies about confirmed Covid-19 cases at the school.
Vaginismus is about ‘autonomy and sexual pleasure’
Speaking to Health-e News, three women share their journeys with vaginismus, which includes muscle spasms, discomfort, burning and pain during penetrative sex, writes Dalaine Krige.
#LockdownSA: EC traditional leaders ramp up social relief
Taking inspiration from Nelson Mandela’s life, traditional leaders and a local business owner band together to help those living below the poverty line in Mbholompo village, Eastern Cape.
Queer health is worth discussion year-round
A new health calendar, created with a diverse array of queer health needs in mind, is set to open the conversation about health and wellness in LGBTQI communities.