Ditch the gym: Why you need to exercise in nature instead
Swap the treadmill for green surroundings. Exercise in nature comes with many benefits, including long-term fitness motivation.
Health
‘Chances missed,’ says damning report into surgeon
An NHS trust failed to act upon recommendations made in 2016, a report into child surgeries finds.
Widower backs new pancreatic cancer breath trial
The test detects compounds in the breath which are detectable in cancer patients, say scientists.
Illegal teeth-whitening industry exposed by BBC
A BBC investigation finds kits on sale containing more than 500 times the legal limit of bleach.
Steven Hatfill, Covid Vaccine Critic, Is Ousted From HHS
Dr. Hatfill said he was pushed out by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s chief of staff, who fired him when he refused to resign.
The science behind how fake tan works on your skin
Sliced Bread looks into the chemical reaction that happens – and whether it’s harmful.
Texas Sues Tylenol Makers, Claiming They Hid Autism Risks
The lawsuit follows claims by President Trump that linked use by pregnant women of acetaminophen to autism, a connection that is unproven.
‘Game-changer’ HIV prevention jab gets green light in South Africa
South Africa has become the first country in Africa to approve Lenacapavir, a revolutionary injection designed to prevent HIV.
‘We begged for help for years but it wasn’t there’
Terry White’s sister is giving evidence to the Lampard Inquiry into mental health deaths.
New partnership helps cancer survivors with hair restoration
A partnership between Alvi Armani South Africa and CANSA helps cancer survivors restore confidence through hair restoration.
Endometriosis patients call for national registry
Hayley Barlow-Ford says better data would have helped her make an “informed choice” about surgery.
‘I feared a smear test would feel like being attacked again’
A clinic which helps survivors of rape and sexual assault feel more comfortable during cervical screening celebrates 10 years.
‘My wife died in childbirth but wasn’t told she’d been given labour drug overdose’
Jacqui Hunter died less than 24 hours after being told that her daughter had died in the womb.
Skip short strolls – a longer daily walk is better for your heart, says study
Walking for at least 15 minutes without stopping is ideal, according to new research.
A West Texas Children’s Clinic Where Vaccine Suspicion Is Encouraged
Parents who come to Pia Habersang’s practice in Amarillo shun vaccinations, with the encouragement of the clinic’s registered nurse; the health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.; and President Trump.
Pig Kidney Removed From Transplant Patient After Nine Months
Tim Andrews, 67, lived with a genetically modified organ longer than any other recipient.
Behind the Dismantling of the C.D.C.: Reform or ‘Humiliation’?
The agency has lost a third of its work force this year. The Trump administration maintains that the losses are necessary, but critics say that there is no real plan, only animosity.
Mpox cases in Europe prompt vaccine reminder
UK health officials are encouraging gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to be vaccinated.
Vaccine Skepticism Comes Come for Pet Owners
Anti-vaccine sentiment is spilling over into veterinary medicine, making some owners hesitant to vaccinate their pets, even for fatal diseases like rabies.
What To Know About Vaccinating Your Dog or Cat
Vaccine hesitancy is on the rise among pet owners. Here are answers to some common questions about animal vaccines.
Breast cancer screening: Your first mammogram matters
Skipping your first mammogram can raise your risk of dying from breast cancer. Early breast cancer screening in South Africa is crucial.