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South African men are much more likely to die from TB than women – here’s why
Around the world, men are more likely to get TB and to die from it than women. We recently conducted…
Are seniors being pressured into retirement homes by lack of community services?
Retirement homes might seem like less of a lifestyle choice and more like relocation imposed upon older adults by fragmented…
Early indicators of dementia: 5 behaviour changes to look for after age 50
Behaviour changes like apathy, lack of impulse control or socially inappropriate behaviour may indicate a risk of dementia in people…
Young people with sexual or gender diversity are at higher risk of stopping their HIV treatment because of stigma and harsh laws
Ending the AIDS pandemic – particularly in eastern and southern Africa – cannot be achieved unless more resources are channelled…
453 people die from Diphteria In 18 States – FG
The Federal Government has recorded 11,587 suspected cases of diphtheria in the country, with 7,202 confirmed cases from 105…
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Postpartum depression (also called PPD) is a medical condition that many women get after having a baby. It's strong feelings of…
Daily report cards can decrease disruptions for children with ADHD
Students with ADHD who get a daily report card had 4.5 fewer rule violations per 30-minute class than those without…
‘Motherhood is hard’: young, HIV-positive mums in South Africa open up about regret and anger
Women aren’t often given space to discuss the difficult aspects of motherhood. fizkes/Shutterstock Morolake Josephine Adeagbo, University of Johannesburg For…
Suicide in Ghana: society expects men to be providers – new study explores this pressure
Suicide is a complex behaviour that is widely regarded as a significant public health issue across the globe. It…
Aproko doctor gives details and reasons why ‘fresh blood’ was spotted in Mohbad’s grave
Dr. Chinonso Egemba, also known as Aproko doctor, explains why fresh blood was found at the gravesite of late…
