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New technique to help head trauma

In a study of ex-pro athletes, researchers found that a specialised imaging technique may help diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy, caused by repetitive head trauma.

Which are the big doping sports?

Rugby is a demanding sport, requiring speed, endurance and the ability to bounce back after being mashed by thousands of kilograms of teammate's sweaty muscle.

Cyclist death - heart failure?

The sudden death of Australian cyclist James Williamson at the Cape Epic is suspected to have been caused by heart failure. Read more about sudden cardiac death here.

Cycling champion has cancer

Two-time Tour de France winner Laurent Fignon has advanced cancer in the digestive system and is undergoing chemotherapy, the former cyclist announced.

Nadal on bended knee

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of next week's Wimbledon warmup tournament at Queen's Club with a knee injury. Here's a closer look at this type of injury.

Habana's hand injury

Bulls wing Bryan Habana will be on the sidelines for three to four weeks after breaking his hand in a Super 14 match in Johannesburg on Saturday.

BB's Bertha busts up knee

One of the Big Brother housemates tore ligaments in her knee during one of the challenges last week. We look at how this happens and how it can be prevented.

More on Ndungane's chest injury

Bok wing Akona Ndungane has been sent home for medical treatment after receiving a chest injury. We spoke to the Rugby Union's medical manager.

Walk your way to health

As thousands of people take to the streets this Sunday (23 July), others are considering walking the event next year, or at least bringing walking into their daily lives.