Early schooling protects children from violence, abuse and malnutrition
Starting school at an early age can play a crucial role in protecting children from a range of adversities including abuse, childhood illnesses, malnutrition, and neglect.
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Conditions at Limpopo old age home highlight plight of the elderly
Communities need to report these issues and support the systems that exist for older persons.
Old age home a hell hole for the elderly in Limpopo village
The Limpopo Social Development Department is investigating the centre, with plans to relocate patients to safer facilities.
Stories from the ground: Families outraged by inhumane conditions at Vutlhari Old Age Home
From the outside the centre looked like an abandoned house, the paint was peeling off from the walls, some windows were broken and the roof was damaged.
Smokers have a higher level of harmful bacteria in the mouth – new study
Smokers had higher levels of harmful bacteria – like Fusobacterium, Campylobacter and Tannerella forsythia – in their mouths.
TB in South Africa: delays in seeking care and the role of traditional healers
Traditional healers are trusted healthcare providers in many communities, and recent efforts have focused on integrating them into formal healthcare systems.
West Rand granny’s month-long ordeal waiting for a hip operation
The surgical backlogs, which have been attributed to a shortage of skilled specialists, has exacerbated such cases.
The role alcohol plays in new cancer cases – landmark new report
Physical inactivity and obesity, often associated with heavy drinking, also separately increase cancer risks but on top of alcohol makes this much worse.
“Atrocious management” behind the high rate of medical negligence in Gauteng
In Gauteng, poor management and resource shortages in public healthcare are blamed for the high number of medical negligence cases.
Is HIV the leading cause of death in south Africa?
What’s the leading cause of death in South Africa? That depends on who you ask. According to health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, HIV/AIDS is the biggest killer in our country. But the most recent mortality and causes of death report…
Bridging gaps in healthcare: WHO partners with UCT’s Global Surgery Division
Vulnerable populations, including women, children, and the elderly, will be the focus, with the goal of reducing preventable deaths and improving overall health outcomes.
What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them?
Something that reminds us of enjoying a certain food, such as an eye-catching ad or delicious smell, can cause us to crave it.
Sexual violence in South Africa: women share their stories about the dangers of commuting on minibus taxis
Taxis are not necessarily safe for women. They are like so many other public spaces in a country with some of the world’s highest rates of sexual violence and murder of women by men.
SA Breaking the silence – and barriers
Accessible learning management systems, South African sign language interpreters, and the inclusion of SASL in curricula are key to a more inclusive environment.
Stories from the ground: mother shares the complex journey of raising a child with autism
"When I saw the signs, I was in denial. I thought maybe it is something that would just go away with time. People were saying boys are always slower but I knew something was not ok."