For many, the quest for immunity is a seasonal one. The approach to winter is laden with vitamin C and ‘fad’ foods – but can they protect you against allergies and viruses?

New research finds that screening at 40 to 49 is tied to a 25% reduction in breast cancer deaths over the first 10 years.

Shortly after birth, Abrielle Tallquist was diagnosed with long QT syndrome, where the lower chambers of the heart take too long to contract and release.

A new study found that even people with fairly bad circumstances look to their futures and life ahead with optimism.

Heart disease patients bear a greater burden during the pandemic as they are at increased risk of serious complications.

A large study that analysed data from more than 65 000 patients found that certain pre-existing conditions can put Covid-19 patients at greater risk of death.

A poorly developed immune response could possibly lead to Covid-19 reinfection, research suggests; and what we know about vaccine hesitancy in South Africa.

A mysterious hyperinflammatory disease could also affect adults; and the White House feels the effects of the Covid-19 outbreak.

What the evidence says on Covid-19 and diabetes; reassuring research on infants; and Africa needs $100bn for pandemic aftermath.

Silk may may be a breathable, effective material for homemade masks; the pandemic is expected to lower global life expectancy; and Europe’s second wave is here.

Researchers at the University of Cambridge in England decided to investigate why some women have less pain during labour and delivery.

Most research suggests that a majority of postmenopausal women are affected by genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM).

There’s a big need for safe and effective eczema treatments for young children.

Compared to nonsmokers, the risk of fatal bleeding in the brain was three times higher among heavy and moderate smokers, according to a new study.

According to a US government report, young adults only tend to die if they suffer from chronic health problems, and if they are part of a minority group.

It is critical to begin rehabilitation within three months of a stroke, when the brain most quickly adapts to stroke damage.

British researchers noticed that a number of patients with Covid-19 developed punctured lungs and decided to investigate.

New findings suggest that biologic therapy to treat psoriasis may be just as beneficial as statin therapy for heart arteries.

Gender is an important biological variable in human genetics that can affect one’s body in many ways.

During the pandemic, it is important for parents to focus on their child’s health and ensure they are getting the proper exercise and nutrition to avoid child obesity.

A study found that auditory responses of dying patients were similar to those of healthy people – even hours before death.