Medical Research

22 August 2026

Explore the significance of NIH funding for South African research in HIV and tuberculosis after the lifting of a funding ban.

25 June 2026

AI alternatives to animal testing can predict toxicity and organ damage while offering more ethical and human-relevant research methods.

21 April 2026

Chinese pharmaceutical innovation is reshaping global healthcare, overtaking the US in research volume and pioneering new medical treatments.

15 April 2026

A recent study highlights the generative AI health information risks in chatbots, emphasising the dangers of inaccurate advice.

30 December 2025

Uncover the findings of the CHAMP Study on the African paediatric healthcare crisis and the urgent need for infrastructure improvements.

11 November 2025

Explore the link between long Covid microclots and immune response. Discover new insights into persistent symptoms and treatments.

11 November 2025

Discover how home-based hypertension care can enhance blood pressure management and combat the silent killer in South Africa.

3 September 2025

A new case of a rare fungal infection in Bloemfontein highlights a dangerous health threat to immunocompromised individuals.

26 August 2025

Find out how GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can lower cancer risk while aiding in weight loss and diabetes control.

18 August 2025

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi announces emergency funds to support South Africa's health system amid US funding cuts.

10 August 2025

The Gates Foundation commits $2.5 billion by 2030 to enhance women's health, addressing crucial medical gaps and funding needs.

29 July 2025

Learn about Cape Town's innovative research in traumatic child brain injury and its potential global impact on treatment.

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