Home > News Top Headlines Infections may be a trigger for heart attack and stroke A new study found that infections like pneumonia and urinary tract infections substantially increased a group of patients' odds of having a heart attack or stroke. Smoking pot? It could cost you your job A new study indicates that job loss may be an overlooked social cost of marijuana use. How a support dog has transformed the life of this boy with autism See how this support dog has changed the lives of this seven-year-old boy with autism, and his family. A healthy lifestyle lowers the odds of breast cancer's return According to the lead author of a recent study, healthier lifestyles 'might improve the prognosis of breast cancer patients if adherence is high'. Keep moving to keep brain sharp in old age A new study suggests that a more active lifestyle, including physical, cognitive and social activities, may help maintain cognition in older adults. Don't remember sending that text? You might be sleep texting Being constantly online and replying to messages has led numerous young adults to text in their sleep. Some even send nonsensical texts messages while asleep. Mangoes prove why they are considered the 'king of fruits' Mangoes are more than just a tasty fruit. According to a new study they can help ease bowel movements. A handy guide to portion control - measuring food with your fist Portion control is troubling for many of us - how do you know what's enough? 5 tips on managing urinary incontinence during sex Incontinence can be an embarrassing issue, especially when it comes to intimacy. Here’s what you should know. Animal, bug bites a billion-dollar burden in the US Authors of a new study reviewed five years of data to examine the extent and cost of animal-related injuries that are treated by US emergency doctors. load more articles More news you should know Botox may help prevent post-op atrial fibrillationType 2 diabetes before 40 tied to mental illness hospitalisationsNew algorithm can dramatically improve life for those with hearing aidsScans, ultrasound spot Zika brain defects Life in space may take toll on spinal muscles5 strategies for when you feel overwhelmed by the new yearNight shift plus unhealthy habits equals higher diabetes riskJob insecurity may take a toll on your heart More news about Fitness These are the 5 insane body benefits of hitting a HITT class You'll be burning kilojoules hours after you stop. 6 ways to stay motivated and stick to your workouts The best exercise for your body in your 20s, 30s and 40s 9 tips for when you’re walking for weight loss Sore throat It might not be wise to take steroids for a sore throat A study seeking an alternative for antibiotic treatment for a sore throat found that only one-third of patients improved on steroids. Why does SA have the highest rate of tonsillectomies in the world? GPs could safely reduce antibiotics for respiratory tract infections Talking like a Kardashian could hurt your vocal cords Allergies This cheap street drug is dethroning cocaine Cocaine is no longer king on the drug scene in Florida. Flakka, which is sold as small clear crystals that can be popped in the mouth or smoked, is now is ruling the streets. Sources of latex exposure Allergy facts vs. fiction The top 10 dog breeds for allergy sufferers Medical schemes Fears new medical aid law changes may cause 'doctor drain' A key issue of the proposed Medical Schemes Amendment Bill is the impact on doctors, resulting from a proposed uniform tariff for healthcare services. Looking for medical aid gap cover? These are the top options 20 medical scheme myths you should not believe Medical aids and the high cost of psychiatric meds Diabetes Night shift plus unhealthy habits equals higher diabetes risk The results of a new study show it's especially important for shift workers to follow a healthy lifestyle to avoid type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes before 40 tied to mental illness hospitalisations Skin 'glow' test might someday spot disease risk early Do diabetics really need to fast for blood tests? Healthy you Should I try creatine? This is what you need to know 'Using creatine while weight training typically enhances strength gains by five to 15% in the first month, with no side effects.' This leg-sculpting workout will make you want to wear shorts Man reveals how he lost 76kg after his girlfriend cheated on him Which is a better cardio workout: running or cycling? advertisement
How a support dog has transformed the life of this boy with autism See how this support dog has changed the lives of this seven-year-old boy with autism, and his family.
A healthy lifestyle lowers the odds of breast cancer's return According to the lead author of a recent study, healthier lifestyles 'might improve the prognosis of breast cancer patients if adherence is high'.
Keep moving to keep brain sharp in old age A new study suggests that a more active lifestyle, including physical, cognitive and social activities, may help maintain cognition in older adults.
Don't remember sending that text? You might be sleep texting Being constantly online and replying to messages has led numerous young adults to text in their sleep. Some even send nonsensical texts messages while asleep.
Mangoes prove why they are considered the 'king of fruits' Mangoes are more than just a tasty fruit. According to a new study they can help ease bowel movements.
A handy guide to portion control - measuring food with your fist Portion control is troubling for many of us - how do you know what's enough?
5 tips on managing urinary incontinence during sex Incontinence can be an embarrassing issue, especially when it comes to intimacy. Here’s what you should know.
Animal, bug bites a billion-dollar burden in the US Authors of a new study reviewed five years of data to examine the extent and cost of animal-related injuries that are treated by US emergency doctors.
Fitness These are the 5 insane body benefits of hitting a HITT class You'll be burning kilojoules hours after you stop. 6 ways to stay motivated and stick to your workouts The best exercise for your body in your 20s, 30s and 40s 9 tips for when you’re walking for weight loss
Sore throat It might not be wise to take steroids for a sore throat A study seeking an alternative for antibiotic treatment for a sore throat found that only one-third of patients improved on steroids. Why does SA have the highest rate of tonsillectomies in the world? GPs could safely reduce antibiotics for respiratory tract infections Talking like a Kardashian could hurt your vocal cords
Allergies This cheap street drug is dethroning cocaine Cocaine is no longer king on the drug scene in Florida. Flakka, which is sold as small clear crystals that can be popped in the mouth or smoked, is now is ruling the streets. Sources of latex exposure Allergy facts vs. fiction The top 10 dog breeds for allergy sufferers
Medical schemes Fears new medical aid law changes may cause 'doctor drain' A key issue of the proposed Medical Schemes Amendment Bill is the impact on doctors, resulting from a proposed uniform tariff for healthcare services. Looking for medical aid gap cover? These are the top options 20 medical scheme myths you should not believe Medical aids and the high cost of psychiatric meds
Diabetes Night shift plus unhealthy habits equals higher diabetes risk The results of a new study show it's especially important for shift workers to follow a healthy lifestyle to avoid type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes before 40 tied to mental illness hospitalisations Skin 'glow' test might someday spot disease risk early Do diabetics really need to fast for blood tests?
Healthy you Should I try creatine? This is what you need to know 'Using creatine while weight training typically enhances strength gains by five to 15% in the first month, with no side effects.' This leg-sculpting workout will make you want to wear shorts Man reveals how he lost 76kg after his girlfriend cheated on him Which is a better cardio workout: running or cycling?