Stem cells stimulate the body to repair itself
New research has found a way of stimulating bone marrow to produce new stem cells, which can help the body repair itself. 9 Jan 2009 11:09
Lancet examines use of text messaging technology to increase TB treatment adherence
Disease control and technology specialists are examining the use of cellular phone text messaging to monitor tuberculosis patients in remote locations, the Lancet reports. 9 Jan 2009 08:44
Angola/DRC border closed after ebola alert
The authorities in Angola say they have closed part of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo to prevent the spread of the deadly Ebola virus. 9 Jan 2009 07:21
Novel treatment for obesity
A new study helps to explain why obese people and animals fail to respond to leptin, a hormone produced by fat that signals the brain to stop eating. 9 Jan 2009 06:34
Study looks at Fatal Familiar Insomnia
Fatal Familiar Insomnia (FFI) is one of the diseases considered as rare - there are fewer than 100 cases described throughout the world. 8 Jan 2009 11:11
Nitric oxide monitoring does not help most children with asthma
The level of nitric oxide (NO) in an asthmatic's exhaled breath can portend worsening asthma symptoms, and may even signify an imminent attack linked to underlying airway inflammation. 8 Jan 2009 11:10
Company news
Virgin Life Care brings festive cheer to the Heart and Stroke Foundation - The Heart and Stroke Foundation SA
The Virgin brand has always been associated with innovation and fun, and Virgin Life Care is no exception. But the company also believes in making better health easier, so this year it decided to put its money where its mouth is: instead of sending cards and gifts to clients, it is donating a sizeable sum of money to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. 19 Dec 2008 15:08
Medi-Clinic's CSI broadens access to quality health care
Medi-Clinic Southern Africa will be launching its comprehensive CSI strategy this week with 24 CSI prostatectomies over the course of three days at the Polokwane /Mankweng Provincial Hospital in Limpopo. 19 Dec 2008 14:44
Tellumat-developed SIMpill SMART takes world by storm
Enhanced medication management system enters new markets 17 Dec 2008 08:28
Ten New Year's tips to end the smoking habit
It's that time of year when millions of people around the world make New Year's resolutions. 17 Dec 2008 08:25
Netcare to sell 50% stake in Ampath
Dr Richard Friedland, Chief Executive Officer of Netcare Limited, announced the sale of a 50% stake held by Netcare Limited in Ampath on 12 December, an organisation providing management services to Ampath Laboratories. 17 Dec 2008 08:23
Bringing Christmas cheer to little hearts - The Heart and Stroke Foundation SA
The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa (HSFSA) together with their Mended Hearts support group members held a Little Mended Hearts Christmas Party for the Paediatric Patients at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital. 12 Dec 2008 11:07
CANSA Shavathon returns in March 2009 - CANSA
Grow your hair over the holidays so you will have enough to shave or spray on 6-7 March 2009 when the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) Shavathon returns to workplaces and shopping centres. 12 Dec 2008 11:01
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