South Africa still struggling with high smoking rate in 2025
Economic uncertainty and misguided legislation will see the South African smoking rate in 2025 remain worryingly high …
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News in a minute | Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease cases in KZN [video]
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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease cases surge in KZN – NICD says no need to panic
The number of recorded cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) continue to climb in KwaZulu-Natal, but there have been calls for calm.
USAID freeze has ‘devastating’ effect on SA millions in HIV care
The halting of aid to South Africa and other African countries could result in a pending humanitarian disaster.
WHY South Africans are suffering from TOO much phone time
The highest globally, South Africans average nine hours of phone time per day. And it’s taking its toll on our mental health …
Gauteng Health clarifies its ‘compulsory teen contraception’ plan
Despite contraceptives being available in public clinics, the Gauteng Department of Health is concerned by increasing teenage pregnancies.
South Africa gets first pay-per-use PET-CT scanner
South Africa’s very first Pay-Per-Use PET-CT scanner has launched and it promises advanced, cost-effective cancer imaging. Take a look…
Online, hybrid, or TikTok famous? FIVE fitness trends for 2025
From remote training to TikTok-inspired wall Pilates, the latest fitness trends are about convenience, technology, and mental wellbeing.
Comparing gym contracts 2025: What’s the cost of getting fit?
From Virgin Active to Planet Fitness, take a look at the cost of different gym contracts across South Africa.
Five ways to beat those awful Januworry blues
Januworry doesn’t have to get the best of you! Here are five great ways to beat those blues and get you through the month…
10 most common New Year resolutions: Are they on your list?
2025 is here and so are the New Year’s resolutions! If you’re curious to know, here’s 10 of the most common ones that land on many lists…
NICD reports surge in rubella cases – Here’s what you should know
The NICD says a seasonal increase in rubella cases is expected every year, the number of cases in 2024 is higher than in previous years.
Western Cape confirms four diphtheria disease cases
There have been four laboratory-confirmed cases of treatable diphtheria disease in the Western Cape, which has sadly led to one death.
Adcock Ingram slammed for poorly publicised Panado syrup recall
Some scared parents expressed on social media how hard it was for them to find the statement for the recall online.
Padel: Why it is exploding across South Africa
Padel (also known as Padel tennis) is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing sports across South Africa.
Beat the festive bulge! See these top tips
See here for some great tips on how to prevent the festive bulge which affects many of us at this time of year.
WHAT are trending South African baby names in 2024?
South Africa is a diverse melting pot of cultures and ethnicities, so which are the trending South African baby names in 2024 so far?
WHY two out of every three South Africans are LAZY
Worrying new statistics prove South Africans are lazy and it’s putting millions of us at risk of serious illness. Here’s why …
Virgin Active’s exciting new wellness offerings: See here!
Virgin Active is introducing new wellness offerings including hot yoga, sound baths and even ice-baths at some of its clubs.
Chemical agent behind suspected food poisoning incidents – health department
The Department of Health says a chemical agent may be behind the surge in suspected food poisoning incidents in schools.
Government warning over unregistered SPAZA shops
Following a spate of accidental poisonings, the Minister of the Presidency urges residents not to shop at unregistered spaza shops …