Health24.com | More green space may mean a healthier heart

A study found that in neighbourhoods with more vegetation, people had lower levels of epinephrine in their urine, which indicates lower levels of stress.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/more-green-space-may-mean-a-healthier-heart-20181205

Health24.com | Healthy sleep habits for kids pay off

Kids who don't get enough sleep on a consistent basis are more likely to have problems at school and develop more slowly than their peers who are getting enough sleep.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/healthy-sleep-habits-for-kids-pay-off-20181216

Health24.com | How champagne could lead to hearing loss this New Year

Keep your ears (and hearing) safe at this New Year's eve party.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/how-champagne-could-lead-to-hearing-loss-this-new-year-20181228

Health24.com | Is Alzheimer's transmissible? Mouse study hints it's possible

There is experimental evidence to support the hypothesis that amyloid-beta, the hallmark of Alzheimer's disease, can be transmitted to people from contaminated materials.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/Alzheimers/is-alzheimers-transmissible-mouse-study-hints-its-possible-20181231-2

Health24.com | How the Mediterranean diet can help women's hearts

A Mediterranean diet provides similar reductions in heart disease to cholesterol-lowering statin drugs or other heart disease medications.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/how-the-mediterranean-diet-can-help-womens-hearts-20181213

Health24.com | 5 best workout stories to motivate you for 2019

Want to start a new exercise regime in 2019? We point you in the right direction.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/FitnessGettingStarted/5-best-workout-stories-to-motivate-you-for-2019-20181218

Health24.com | Can anaemia cause death?

Delaying your treatment for anaemia could be fatal to your heart.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/About-anaemia/can-anaemia-cause-death-20181227

Health24.com | Make nice with rice to boost your diet

Opt for brown rice, the whole-grain form, as often as possible – it's more nutritious than white rice.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/make-nice-with-rice-to-boost-your-diet-20181205

Health24.com | Could an infection make your child prone to mental health issues

A Danish study found that children who had been hospitalised with an infection had a significantly higher risk of being diagnosed with a mental disorder.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/could-an-infection-make-your-child-prone-to-mental-health-issues-20181231

Health24.com | 6 tips on preparing your allergic child for the new school year

Is your child starting pre-school or primary school and has one or more allergies? Here are some tips on how to get the year off to a good start.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/Kids-and-allergies/6-tips-on-preparing-your-allergic-child-for-the-new-school-year-20181210

Health24.com | Skin 'glow' test might someday spot disease risk early

A skin light test called 'autofluorescence' can be used as a first screening method to predict type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and mortality.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/skin-glow-test-might-someday-spot-disease-risk-early-20181122

Health24.com | How your mother's love life may affect your own

Children inherit and learn romantic skills and behaviours from their mothers, and may take them into their own relationships.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Relationships/how-your-mothers-love-life-may-affect-your-own-20181113

Health24.com | 10 health benefits of ginger that are seriously impressive

Apparently ginger is a starring ingredient in many green juices for good reason.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/10-health-benefits-of-ginger-that-are-seriously-impressive-20181218

Health24.com | For some women, mammograms may need to begin at 30

Experts are looking to see if younger women with certain risk factors may benefit from earlier onset screening mammography.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Breast/News/for-some-women-mammograms-may-need-to-begin-at-30-20181229-2

Health24.com | Nose holds clues to baby's first cold

Scientists are beginning to understand that the types and numbers of bacteria in our respiratory tract can influence our respiratory health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/Baby/nose-holds-clues-to-babys-first-cold-20181212

Health24.com | Dreaming of a decent night's sleep? Our top 10 stories will get you dozing off in no time

Tired of 2018? We are too. These stories may be just what you need to get you rested, and, in no time, recharged to take on 2019.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/dreaming-of-a-decent-nights-sleep-our-top-10-stories-will-get-you-dozing-off-in-no-time-20181228-2

Health24.com | The best exercise for your body in your 20s, 30s and 40s

Supercharge your sweat sessions at every age.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/the-best-exercise-for-your-body-in-your-20s-30s-and-40s-20181218

Health24.com | Finally ready to give smoking the boot? 2019 might just be your year

Although many of us believe that the occasional cigarette isn't that bad, that it helps with stress relief, or helps keep the weight off, smoking is a harmful addiction, and without it we're so much better off.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/finally-ready-to-give-smoking-the-boot-2019-might-just-be-your-year-20181214

Health24.com | Do diabetics really need to fast for blood tests?

Low blood sugar that may be caused by fasting can be very dangerous for people with diabetes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/do-diabetics-really-need-to-fast-for-blood-tests-20181212

Health24.com | 2018’s top 10 incontinent stories on Health24

Everything you need to know about incontinence – from pelvic floor exercises for men to how an incontinence nappy works.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/2018s-top-10-incontinent-stories-on-health24-20181219

Health24.com | Exercise after heart attack may improve survival

New research has found that regular physical activity can help keep heart attack survivors alive.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/exercise-after-heart-attack-may-improve-survival-20181228

Health24.com | Does air pollution raise autism risk?

Scientists have begun to believe environmental factors play a role in the development of autism, and research studies are zeroing in on air pollution.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Autism/News/does-air-pollution-raise-autism-risk-20181119

Health24.com | Eczema can drive people to thoughts of suicide

A study found that people with eczema had a considerably higher risk of suicidal thoughts compared with people without the immunological disease.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Eczema/eczema-can-drive-people-to-thoughts-of-suicide-20181228

Health24.com | 7 big medical breakthroughs of 2018

We look back at some of the biggest medical breakthroughs of 2018.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Tests-and-procedures/7-big-medical-breakthroughs-of-2018-20181210

Health24.com | How puzzles and games might help your ageing brain

A new study suggests that while active brains do decline over time, they do so from a higher 'starting point'.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/Memory-techniques/how-puzzles-and-games-might-help-your-ageing-brain-20181227-2

Health24.com | 5 New Year’s resolutions that are not about losing weight

Not all health goals should be about the number on the scale. We rounded up some good reads that will push you in the direction of taking control of your overall health in 2019.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/5-new-years-resolutions-that-are-not-about-losing-weight-20181218

Health24.com | Incontinence horror: ‘A horse riding accident left me incontinent’

Incontinence can be caused by age, child birth or, for one woman, a horse riding accident.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Urinary-incontinence/incontinence-horror-a-horse-riding-accident-left-me-incontinent-20181227

Health24.com | Nearly 1 in 10 Americans struggles to control sexual urges

Sexual behaviours become a problem when they influence your life in a way that's destructive.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/nearly-1-in-10-americans-struggles-to-control-sexual-urges-20181111

Health24.com | Snotty nose, watery eyes? Our top 10 stories on getting a grip on your allergies

Did 2018 have you crying pollen-saturated tears? Our top 10 stories may help you get a grip on those allergies.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/snotty-nose-watery-eyes-our-top-10-stories-on-getting-a-grip-on-your-allergies-20181227

Health24.com | Traumatic childhood could increase heart disease risk in adulthood

A new study explored whether exposure to difficult conditions in childhood can lead to heart-related events.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Children-and-heart-disease/traumatic-childhood-could-increase-heart-disease-risk-in-adulthood-20181227

Health24.com | The older your face, the more asymmetrical it becomes

A study revealed that there are small, but measurable increases in facial asymmetry as we grow older.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/the-older-your-face-the-more-asymmetrical-it-becomes-20181227-2

Health24.com | Just how clean is that stethoscope?

A study found that in an intensive care unit, reusable stethoscopes were significantly contaminated with a large number and extensive variety of bacteria.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/just-how-clean-is-that-stethoscope-20181213

Health24.com | Does diabetes damage brain health?

Past research has found that having diabetes might double a person's risk of dementia.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/does-diabetes-damage-brain-health-20181216

Health24.com | Eyes may indicate conditions caused by hypertension

The eyes can provide clues to high blood pressure problems that may not reveal themselves for decades.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/eyes-may-indicate-conditions-caused-by-hypertension-20181226-2

Health24.com | Poor teeth-brushing habits tied to higher heart risk

A study found that people who brushed their teeth less than twice a day for less than two minutes had an increased risk for cardiovascular diseases.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Oral-health/News/poor-teeth-brushing-habits-tied-to-higher-heart-risk-20181226-2

Health24.com | Foetal kicks may help babies understand their bodies

Researchers have found that foetal movement is one of the ways babies develop a sense of their own bodies.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/Baby/foetal-kicks-may-help-babies-understand-their-bodies-20181226-2

Health24.com | Tapping into telehealth - Americans seeing doctors through virtual visits

Hold your doctor in the palm of your hand.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Health-tech/Health-apps/tapping-into-telehealth-americans-seeing-doctors-through-virtual-visits-20181225-3

Health24.com | The lowdown on low-fat milk (it's all good)

There are many ways besides drinking a glass of low-fat milk to get this rich store of calcium into your diet.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Beverages/the-lowdown-on-low-fat-milk-its-all-good-20181216

Health24.com | Fish, fish oil may lower your heart attack risk

Two Harvard studies provide firm evidence that the omega 3 fatty acids found in fish like salmon, sardines or tuna can have a beneficial effect on heart health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/fish-fish-oil-may-lower-your-heart-attack-risk-20181111

Health24.com | 5 life-saving dating tips for highly allergic people

Because everyone should be able to make out without their face blowing up.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/About-allergy/5-life-saving-dating-tips-for-highly-allergic-people-20181221

Health24.com | Must blood pressure rise with age? Remote tribes hold clues

'The association between age and blood pressure may not be driven by age itself, but rather the cumulative effects of a Western lifestyle and dietary practices.'

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/must-blood-pressure-rise-with-age-remote-tribes-hold-clues-20181225-4

Health24.com | A 'hypoallergenic' dog? You may be barking up the wrong tree

Malmros cautioned that the study findings can't prove that certain breeds cause asthma or allergies, only that there is an association.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Asthma/News/a-hypoallergenic-dog-you-may-be-barking-up-the-wrong-tree-20181127

Health24.com | Beware of stressful events in the evening

Researchers have found that, later in the day, the human body releases lower levels of the hormone that helps ease stress.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/beware-of-stressful-events-in-the-evening-20181216

Health24.com | 5 tips for beating the holiday blues this festive season

Not feeling the cheer? You're not alone.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Living-with-depression/5-tips-for-beating-the-holiday-blues-this-festive-season-20181219

Health24.com | Heart failure? A flu shot may save your life

New findings suggest that annual flu shots may be of great benefit to patients with heart failure, helping to reinforce current recommendations for annual vaccination.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/heart-failure-a-flu-shot-may-save-your-life-20181224

Health24.com | 5 ways to survive the festive season with IBS

Here's some good advice on now to cope with irritable bowel syndrome – from travelling to eating at your favourite restaurant.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/IBS/News/5-ways-to-survive-the-festive-season-with-ibs-20181218

Health24.com | Food and mental health: How to cope with festive stress

This time of year can really take it's toll on you especially if you're dealing with mental health issues. Look at your eating patterns to see just how stressed you are.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/food-and-mental-health-how-to-cope-with-festive-stress-20181221

Health24.com | 4 things that can cause constipation during the holidays – and how to get relief

Not so regular over the festive season? It happens. Here’s what you can do to avoid constipation.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/News/4-things-that-can-cause-constipation-during-the-holidays-and-how-to-get-relief-20181224

Health24.com | 4 blood conditions you’re more likely to get – because you’re a woman

Be alert to the signs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/About-anaemia/4-blood-conditions-youre-more-likely-to-get-because-youre-a-woman-20181221

Health24.com | New study warns that vaporising dagga may cause more intoxication

Concerns have been raised after a new study showed that vaporising dagga results in a more intense high – but also a more pronounced impairment of their ability to think and control their movements.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/News/new-study-warns-that-vaporising-dagga-may-cause-more-intoxication-20181224

Health24.com | The hidden dangers in dust

There is this conventional wisdom that says everything that's in dust is dead - but there are things living in there - specifically an antibacterial called triclosan, which could result in dust-dwelling bacteria becoming antibiotic-resistant

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/the-hidden-dangers-in-dust-20181224

Health24.com | Brain implant lets paralysed patients operate tablet device just by thinking about it

A small group of paralysed patients in the US can now directly operate an off-the-shelf tablet just by thinking about it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/brain-implant-lets-paralysed-patients-operate-tablet-device-just-by-thinking-about-it-20181223-2

Health24.com | Smoking, diabetes, hypertension may be especially risky for women's hearts

A study found that certain heart risk factors affect women significantly more than men.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/smoking-diabetes-hypertension-may-be-especially-risky-for-womens-hearts-20181223

Health24.com | The most beautiful weight-loss friendly dip: Beetroot hummus

Beetroot can help you slim down – yes, really.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/the-most-beautiful-weight-loss-friendly-dip-beetroot-hummus-20181218

Health24.com | Weight regained after weight-loss op can tell your doc a lot

Weight regain after weight-loss surgery may lead to the progression or development of various health problems like high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/Diabetes-diet-and-obesity/weight-regained-after-weight-loss-op-can-tell-your-doc-a-lot-20181223

Health24.com | Why do some women still avoid medical treatment for incontinence?

Looking at numbers revealed by a poll earlier this year, we pose the question why urinary incontinence still remains untreated in so many cases.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Incontinence-in-women/why-do-some-women-still-avoid-medical-treatment-for-incontinence-20181223-2

Health24.com | Neanderthal life not especially risky, skull analysis shows

Skull fossils suggest that life for Neanderthals was no more risky than for our own species in ancient times.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/neanderthal-life-not-especially-risky-skull-analysis-shows-20181114

Health24.com | 7 articles to keep your braai safe and healthy

Who doesn’t like a scrumptious braai during the summer months? Keep braaing healthy and safe with this compilation of articles.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/7-articles-to-keep-your-braai-safe-and-healthy-20181222-2

Health24.com | Unlocking the mysteries of hair growth

Scientists find that hair growth is controlled by a protein secreted by the skin.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hair-loss/News/unlocking-the-mysteries-of-hair-growth-20181130

Health24.com | Sugary drinks: a big risk for type 2 diabetes

Looking at different food sources of sugar and blood sugar control, sugar-sweetened beverages really stand out as having an adverse effect.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/sugary-drinks-a-big-risk-for-type-2-diabetes-20181129

Health24.com | 9 tips for when you’re walking for weight loss

Are you getting enough steps in?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Sport/Walking/9-tips-for-when-youre-walking-for-weight-loss-20181218

Health24.com | Carb cycling: An exercise in weight loss

Carb cycling, which involves alternating between high- and low-carbohydrate days, allows you to tailor your carbohydrate intake according to your needs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/carb-cycling-an-exercise-in-weight-loss-20181130

Health24.com | Healthy lifestyle makes for a healthy heart during menopause

The good news is that middle-aged women can take their well-being into their own hands and make healthy lifestyle changes to reduce their cardiovascular risk.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Menopause/News/healthy-lifestyle-makes-for-a-healthy-heart-during-menopause-20181130

Health24.com | Is it dangerous to hold your poop in?

We all poop – some of us are like clockwork, some of us can go a few days between bowel movements, and others suffer from constipation. Is it, however, ever dangerous to hold your poop in?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/About-constipation/is-it-dangerous-to-hold-your-poop-in-20181017

Health24.com | 10 reasons why you cry during sex

Hey, it happens...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Great-sex/10-reasons-why-you-cry-during-sex-20181221-2

Health24.com | Living with a fungal nail infection

Fungal infections thrive in moist conditions. Here are some suggestions on how to avoid fungal nail infections.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Fungal-skin/living-with-a-fungal-nail-infection-20181221-2

Health24.com | Another plus to cardiac rehab: Better sex

New evidence suggests that cardiac rehab for heart patients may lead to improved sexual function and more frequent sex.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/another-plus-to-cardiac-rehab-better-sex-20181207

Health24.com | New report emphasises safety of cholesterol-lowering meds

Research shows that statins may lower heart attack risk by at least 25% and may also help patients with heart disease avoid cardiac procedures such as coronary stents.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cholesterol/News/new-report-emphasises-safety-of-cholesterol-lowering-meds-20181221

Health24.com | 8 tips on running with urinary incontinence

Are you a runner who suffers from urinary incontinence? There are ways to control your condition and still ace the race.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Incontinence-in-women/8-tips-on-running-with-urinary-incontinence-20181219

Health24.com | How to stop smoking... for good

It's rare for people to stop smoking at their first attempt. The average person tries numerous times before successfully quitting.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/how-to-stop-smoking-for-good-20181221

Health24.com | 10 of the most bizarre health stories of 2018

Sometimes we share info, other times, we provide breaking news. And then, there are the stories that are just plain bizarre...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/10-of-the-most-bizarre-health-stories-of-2018-20181221

Health24.com | Iron deficient anaemia in infants: What are the recommended treatment options?

It might not be the most common condition in infants, but it’s important for parents to know the tell-tale signs of anaemia and how it can be treated.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/iron-deficient-anaemia-in-infants-what-are-the-recommended-treatment-options-20181221

Health24.com | Old-fashioned toys beat digital gifts for kids, paediatricians say

Traditional playthings like dolls, cars, blocks and crayons have given way to the virtual – from games played on mobile devices to talking animals that read stories out loud.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/old-fashioned-toys-beat-digital-gifts-for-kids-paediatricians-say-20181221-2

Health24.com | Can you get high from second-hand marijuana smoke?

We often see "contact highs" in films or hear about these occurrences from other people, but just how likely are they?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/News/can-you-get-high-from-second-hand-marijuana-smoke-20180920

Health24.com | The right way to fuel up before workouts

Experts suggest that your pre-workout fuelling be personalised to meet your needs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/the-right-way-to-fuel-up-before-workouts-20181214

Health24.com | 'Panic parenting' fear drives many women to freeze eggs

Many more women are now considering the option of freezing their eggs as a way of extending the window of time they have to pursue genetic motherhood.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Pregnancy/News/panic-parenting-fear-drives-many-women-to-freeze-eggs-20181103

Health24.com | 5 simple yoga poses to improve your heaviest lifts

These yoga moves can help you bulletproof your shoulders for bigger, better lifts.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/Yoga/5-simple-yoga-poses-to-improve-your-heaviest-lifts-20181219

Health24.com | Don't let holiday season stress worsen your allergies

Studies have shown how stress may worsen allergy and asthma suffers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/dont-let-holiday-season-stress-worsen-your-allergies-20181220-2

Health24.com | Intimacy: The elusive fountain of youth?

In a study, older adults who engaged in sexual activity in the previous 12 months had higher life enjoyment scores than those who weren't sexually active.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/intimacy-the-elusive-fountain-of-youth-20181214

Health24.com | 5 questions to help doctors diagnose IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome remains hard to diagnose. These questions may help patients and doctors to understand the condition better.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/IBS/News/5-questions-to-help-doctors-diagnose-ibs-20181220

Health24.com | US gives green light for drug which fights cow flatulence

The FDA has approved a drug that reduces cow flatulence.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/us-gives-green-light-for-drug-which-fights-cow-flatulence-20181220

Health24.com | Tips for improving your sleep habits

Here are some suggestions to make sure you get enough quality sleep.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/About-sleep/tips-for-improving-your-sleep-habits-20181220

Health24.com | Why you should stay hydrated when you have urinary incontinence

Your first impulse might be to limit your water intake to try and avoid accidents, but this is the worst thing you can do. Here’s why.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/why-you-should-stay-hydrated-when-you-have-urinary-incontinence-20181220

Health24.com | How to deal with a stomach bug if you're afraid of vomiting

Yes, we get it, vomiting isn’t exactly pleasant for anyone. Unfortunately, for those with emetophobia (a fear of vomiting), catching a stomach bug can be a terrifying prospect.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/Gastroenteritis-and-food-illness/how-to-deal-with-a-stomach-bug-if-youre-afraid-of-vomiting-20181220

Health24.com | Violence at Limpopo health facilities on the rise

Some of the clinics in Limpopo province have stopped operating after hours for safety reasons, believing they are vulnerable to attack after hours.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/violence-at-limpopo-health-facilities-on-the-rise-20181213

Health24.com | Casual sex among students more intimate than previously thought

In a study, the rate of affectionate and intimate activities in casual sex was much higher than anticipated.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/casual-sex-among-students-more-intimate-than-previously-thought-20181219-2

Health24.com | An emotionally abusive partner may worsen menopause symptoms

A study suggests that stress caused by emotional abuse or other trauma may play a role in hormonal changes that affect menopause.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Menopause/News/an-emotionally-abusive-partner-may-worsen-menopause-symptoms-20181219-2

Health24.com | Research on almost 2 000 brains brings insight into mental illness

A genetic analysis of the human brain has produced insights into psychiatric diseases like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and autism.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/Brain/News/research-on-almost-2-000-brains-brings-insight-into-mental-illness-20181219

Health24.com | Nerve zap might ease pain of herniated disk

New research suggests that 'pulse radiofrequency' (pRF) therapy treatment could prove a boon to back pain patients for whom standard therapies have failed to do the trick.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Backache/News/nerve-zap-might-ease-pain-of-herniated-disk-20181128

Health24.com | 5 ways to prepare yourself for a colonoscopy

Whether your doctor ordered a colonoscopy or if it's just time for a screening, it doesn’t have to be a pain in the butt. Here are some quick tips to prepare yourself mentally and physically.

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Health24.com | Put some healthful into holiday eating

'Instead of looking at holiday eating as a wellness obstacle, we can look at it as a chance to eat smart.'

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/put-some-healthful-into-holiday-eating-20181210

Health24.com | Would you be offended if a friend visited and brought their own toilet paper?

Living with IBS can be challenging. Sometimes symptoms will strike without warning, causing debilitating pain or the need to go to the bathroom immediately.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/IBS/About-IBS/would-you-be-offended-if-a-friend-visited-and-brought-their-own-toilet-paper-20181219

Health24.com | Your guide to food allergies

It's important to know how to identify potential food allergens on a food labels. Here's a basic guide to food allergies.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/About-allergy/your-guide-to-food-allergies-20181219

Health24.com | 6 things we learnt about testicular cancer with Cancercare’s Dr Greg hart

This is what we learnt during Movember.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Man/Your-body/6-things-we-learnt-about-testicular-cancer-with-cancercares-dr-greg-hart-20181213

Health24.com | Guys, avoid 'Rhino' sexual enhancement products, US watchdog warns

The FDA is combatting the retail sale of male enhancement drug products that may contain hidden and potentially harmful ingredients.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Man/Your-body/guys-avoid-rhino-sexual-enhancement-products-us-watchdog-warns-20181218-2

Health24.com | 4 super easy hacks to reduce post-workout pain

Use these methods to fight that can't-walk post-workout feeling.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/4-super-easy-hacks-to-reduce-post-workout-pain-20181127

Health24.com | 1 in 10 will develop eczema in their lifetime

The risk for eczema follows a 'U' shape: 'It is highest in childhood, dips among young adults, and rises in mid-to-late adulthood.'

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Eczema/1-in-10-will-develop-eczema-in-their-lifetime-20181204

Health24.com | Brisk walks may help, not harm, arthritic knees

If older adults with arthritis added five minutes of brisk walking to their daily routine, their odds of needing knee replacement surgery could dip significantly.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Arthritis/Knee-Pain/brisk-walks-may-help-not-harm-arthritic-knees-20181024

Health24.com | Incontinence – has there been any progress in treatment options?

Despite extensive research and many people suffering from this problem, coping with urinary incontinence hasn't changed much since ancient times.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/incontinence-has-there-been-any-progress-in-treatment-options-20181218

Health24.com | The sooner you quit smoking, the better

Quitting smoking can drastically decrease your cardiovascular disease risk.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/About-stop-smoking/the-sooner-you-quit-smoking-the-better-20181107

Health24.com | What's your poop telling you?

We all need to poop, but can your poop tell you anything about your health?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/About-constipation/whats-your-poop-telling-you-20181218

Health24.com | Anti-seizure drug may be new weapon against depression

A drug developed for a completely different condition might work for depression in people who don't do well with conventional medication.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Antidepressants/anti-seizure-drug-may-be-new-weapon-against-depression-20181102

Health24.com | Constipation during and after pregnancy – what you should know

Constipation can be a side effect of pregnancy. Here’s why it happens and what you can do about it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/News/constipation-during-and-after-pregnancy-what-you-should-know-20181217

Health24.com | Technology improves health management

In Limpopo health institutions, technology is making it easier to communicate with clients, keep their information safe, and reduce conflicts due to missing data.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/technology-improves-health-management-20181213

Health24.com | I was raped by a relative and forced into silence says HIV positive youth

A 26-year-old rape survivor from Limpopo is now dedicating her time to helping other young women with similar experiences.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/HIV-AIDS/News/i-was-raped-by-a-relative-and-forced-into-silence-says-hiv-positive-youth-20181217

Health24.com | Could traffic (and your car) exacerbate your allergies?

Is daily commuting in bumper-to-bumper traffic part of your routine? It might not be doing your hay fever any favours.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/Hay-fever/could-traffic-and-your-car-exacerbate-your-allergies-20181217-2

Health24.com | Sharp rise seen in kids' ER visits for mental health woes

An increasing number of children with mental health concerns are visiting American paediatric emergency departments.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Life-stages-and-depression/sharp-rise-seen-in-kids-er-visits-for-mental-health-woes-20181103

Health24.com | Most teen drug use is down, but officials fret vaping boom

Twice as many high school students are using nicotine-tinged electronic cigarettes compared with last year

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/most-teen-drug-use-is-down-but-officials-fret-vaping-boom-20181217

Health24.com | Circumcision does not replace condoms

Male circumcision is only effective when it’s combined with other safe sex practices.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/circumcision-does-not-replace-condoms-20181213

Health24.com | 4 signs that indicate you’re losing muscle, not fat

Ever feel a little sluggish at the gym? You might be losing muscle instead of fat.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/4-signs-that-indicate-youre-losing-muscle-not-fat-20181211

Health24.com | 3 ways to make your fave treats healthier and weight-loss friendly

Heading for the cookie jar again?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/3-ways-to-make-your-fave-treats-healthier-and-weight-loss-friendly-20181211

Health24.com | Holidays hike heart attack risk

Research from Sweden found that traditional holidays are associated with an increased risk of heart attack.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-attack/holidays-hike-heart-attack-risk-20181214

Health24.com | 'Adaptive surfing is the best thing that’s ever happened to me'

"I've learnt that you can't control life – stuff happens," says Elsje Neethling.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/adaptive-surfing-is-the-best-thing-thats-ever-happened-to-me-20181204

Health24.com | Breaking the smoking-drinking connection

It takes time for your brain to stop associating drinking alcoholic beverages with smoking.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/About-stop-smoking/breaking-the-smoking-drinking-connection-20181112

Health24.com | Try small 'bites' to get kids to exercise

Exercise with your kids in order to prevent them from turning into couch potatoes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/Parenting/try-small-bites-to-get-kids-to-exercise-20181019

Health24.com | How to maximise your rest days even when you’re totally wrecked

Me: Wrecked. Also me: Must get my 300 vitality points today.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/how-to-maximise-your-rest-days-even-when-youre-totally-wrecked-20181211

Health24.com | After a spouse's death, sleep woes increase health risks

Poor sleep as a result of grief, after the death of a loved one, can have negative effects on your health.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/after-a-spouses-death-sleep-woes-increase-health-risks-20181214

Health24.com | Man with rare cancer determined to find donor after being given seven years to live

A super-fit dad completed three Ironmans without knowing he had a rare “death sentence” cancer.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News24/man-with-rare-cancer-determined-to-find-donor-after-being-given-seven-years-to-live-20181214

Human Heart Found Aboard Southwest Airlines Flight, Forcing Plane to Turn Around

Health24.com | Why sudden hearing loss should not be ignored

What you might think is temporary hearing loss may actually be a serious medical condition.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/why-sudden-hearing-loss-should-not-be-ignored-20181214

Health24.com | 8 reasons why you’ve got foamy urine all of a sudden

Are you sure you're drinking enough water?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/8-reasons-why-youve-got-foamy-urine-all-of-a-sudden-20181204

Health24.com | Coming soon: a tiny robot you swallow to help you stay healthy

According to researchers, an ingestible capsule could someday become 'a personalised diagnostic and treatment that is widely accessible'.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/coming-soon-a-tiny-robot-you-swallow-to-help-you-stay-healthy-20181214

Health24.com | Your period and anaemia – what you should know

Heavy periods can cause iron deficiency anaemia. When should you be worried?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/your-period-and-anaemia-what-you-should-know-20181203

Health24.com | How to destress and still get stuff done

Yes, it's possible.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-workplace/About-healthy-workplace/how-to-destress-and-still-get-stuff-done-20181211

Health24.com | 5 tips on travelling with urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence shouldn't put a damper on any travel plans. Here are tips to manage the condition if you are going away these holidays.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Incontinence-in-women/5-tips-on-travelling-with-urinary-incontinence-20181214

Health24.com | When heart attack strikes, women often hesitate to call for help

A study found that even when women had the 'classic' heart attack symptom of chest pain, they often hesitated to call for help.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-attack/when-heart-attack-strikes-women-often-hesitate-to-call-for-help-20181212

Health24.com | Here’s what could be causing that pain you feel during sex

And how to put a stop to it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Problems/heres-what-could-be-causing-that-pain-you-feel-during-sex-20181211

Health24.com | 7 of the weirdest things you can do in your sleep

Sleep walking is one thing, but did you know you can also eat in your sleep? We found seven of the weirdest things that can happen while you are sleeping.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/About-sleep/7-of-the-weirdest-things-you-can-do-in-your-sleep-20181213-3

Health24.com | IBS or cancer – how do you tell the difference?

IBS and colon cancer are two very different conditions but they do share a number of symptoms.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/IBS/About-IBS/ibs-or-cancer-how-do-you-tell-the-difference-20181213

Health24.com | Catnip: the 'why' behind cats' favourite high

There has been significant progress in understanding how catnip makes nepetalactones, the chemicals that send cats crazy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/News/catnip-the-why-behind-cats-favourite-high-20181213

Health24.com | Why hearing loss affects much more than your ears

Research has shown that the effects of hearing loss are far-reaching and can cause other co-morbidities such as depression.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/why-hearing-loss-affects-much-more-than-your-ears-20181213

Health24.com | Road-trip alert: Drinking and driving warnings are everywhere – but don't forget drowsy driving

While commending efforts to keep drunk drivers from getting behind the wheel, we need to keep in mind that sleep-deprived drivers pose an equally great risk on our roads.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/Sleep-and-travel/road-trip-alert-drinking-and-driving-warnings-are-everywhere-but-dont-forget-drowsy-driving-20181213

Health24.com | Early detection saved my life says cervical cancer survivor

When Annah Moyane was told she had cervical cancer, she was shattered and fearful of what the diagnosis meant.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/early-detection-saved-my-life-says-cervical-cancer-survivor-20181213

Health24.com | Eyesight restored for 49 patients at KwaMhlanga Hospital

During November several cataract surgeries were performed at KwaMhlanga Hospital, restoring sight to 49 patients.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/eyesight-restored-for-49-patients-at-kwamhlanga-hospital-20181205

Health24.com | Residents encouraged to drink water and stay out of sun during heat wave

Heat waves are deadly killers and have claimed thousands of lives all over the world.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/residents-encouraged-to-drink-water-and-stay-out-of-sun-during-heat-wave-20181213

Health24.com | Sibasa Clinic toilets fixed as Vhembe cleaners remain unpaid

Sibasa clinic in Makwarela, outside Thohoyandou, now has four toilets that are in working order. Maintenance workers in the Vhembe district, however, remain unpaid.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/sibasa-clinic-toilets-fixed-as-vhembe-cleaners-remain-unpaid-20181205

Health24.com | Too much salt might help spur this common heart disorder

A high-salt diet could raise your risk for atrial fibrillation - a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots or other complications, which affects millions of people worldwide.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/too-much-salt-might-help-spur-this-common-heart-disorder-20181213

Health24.com | Here’s how going on fad diets can mess with your brain

So you've lost 10kg. But are you also losing your mind?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/heres-how-going-on-fad-diets-can-mess-with-your-brain-20181211

Health24.com | Injured parent can equal sleepless nights for kids

A study indicates that children are more likely to have outpatient care for sleep disorders after a parent was injured.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/injured-parent-can-equal-sleepless-nights-for-kids-20181212-2

Health24.com | Mom sucking baby's dummy may protect against allergies

New research found that the babies of mothers who sucked their dummies clean had lower levels of antibodies related to allergic responses.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/mom-sucking-babys-dummy-may-protect-against-allergies-20181212-2

Health24.com | Earworm warning: You probably won't be able to avoid these 10 songs this festive season

It's the time of year where everyone is joyful and merry, humming or singing along to Christmas songs while doing their shopping. Before you know it, they're playing on repeat in your head...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/Music-and-your-ears/earworm-warning-you-probably-wont-be-able-to-avoid-these-10-songs-this-festive-season-20181212-2

Health24.com | Could starting school young lead to false diagnosis of ADHD?

Research suggests that particularly in the early grades, age gaps can make a big difference to pupils' behaviour.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/ADHD/News/could-starting-school-young-lead-to-false-diagnosis-of-adhd-20181212

Health24.com | Festive season hospital discharge may not be a gift for some

Spending the festive season in a hospital may be horrible, but research says it may be the safer option than being discharged.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/festive-season-hospital-discharge-may-not-be-a-gift-for-some-20181212

Health24.com | Sleepy US drivers involved in 100 000 crashes a year

There are many risk factors for drowsy driving.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/Sleep-and-travel/sleepy-us-drivers-involved-in-100-000-crashes-a-year-20181212

Health24.com | An app, your fingernail – and anaemia screening is done

Scientists have developed a wireless smartphone app that checks for anaemia by 'reading' a photo of a fingernail.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/an-app-your-fingernail-and-anaemia-screening-is-done-20181212

Health24.com | Saunas seem to do a heart good, research shows

New research suggests that for people aged 50 and older, saunas may lower their odds of risk of dying from heart disease - but the sauna experience might differ dependent on the area in the world you're from.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/saunas-seem-to-do-a-heart-good-research-shows-20181130

Health24.com | 7 tips for travelling with allergies

Going away? Don’t let allergies wreak havoc on your trip.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/Health-tips/7-tips-for-travelling-with-allergies-20181211

Health24.com | 5 ways to support a loved one with depression over the festive season

The upcoming holidays may be a difficult time for those who battle with depression or other mental health problems. Here are ways you can help a friend or family member.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Caring-for-someone-depressed/5-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-with-depression-over-the-festive-season-20181203

Health24.com | Your gut may be to blame for your bloodstream infection picked up in hospital

Researchers have found that bloodstream infections mostly start in patients' own bodies – often in the large intestine.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/your-gut-may-be-to-blame-for-your-bloodstream-infection-picked-up-in-hospital-20181211

Health24.com | Sisters supplying disadvantaged schoolgirls in Ikageng with sanitary pads

Plans are to reach every school in Ikageng, and then expand across the North West so that every schoolgirl can be provided with sanitary pads.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/sisters-supplying-disadvantaged-schoolgirls-in-ikageng-with-sanitary-pads-20181211

Health24.com | Why vaping may do your heart no favours

A new study was designed to see if e-cigarettes, like traditional cigarettes, decrease the production of nitric oxide in the human body.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/why-vaping-may-do-your-heart-no-favours-20181211

Health24.com | Are you a victim of 'clean plate' syndrome?

If your belly is full from a delicious feast but there's one more dessert left on the tray, will you hold back or yield to temptation? New research suggests that you'll give in order to "clean the plate".

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/are-you-a-victim-of-clean-plate-syndrome-20181205

Health24.com | How biting your nails can cause infections

Biting your nails may seem like a pretty harmless habit, but it can put your health at risk.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Fungal-skin/how-biting-your-nails-can-cause-infections-20181204

Health24.com | These beer lovers created a workout to help you ‘earn your booze’

They want you to keep up your fitness... and have fun.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/In-the-gym/these-beer-lovers-created-a-workout-to-help-you-earn-your-booze-20181204

Health24.com | Nearly 1 in 12 US kids has a food allergy

According to a new study, food allergies are on the rise because children are not exposed to a variety of foods at a young age.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/Kids-and-allergies/nearly-1-in-12-us-kids-has-a-food-allergy-20181119

Health24.com | Can hearing loss influence your balance?

Your ears play an important role in maintaining your sense of balance. But how exactly is your balance affected when you suffer from hearing loss?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/Anatomy-of-hearing/can-hearing-loss-influence-your-balance-20181203

Health24.com | Stimulating one brain area may ease tough-to-treat depression

In a study, patients with moderate-to-severe depression gained significant improvement in their mood after electrical stimulation of a brain region called the orbitofrontal cortex.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/stimulating-one-brain-area-may-ease-tough-to-treat-depression-20181130

Health24.com | Could certain personal hygiene products and cosmetics cause early puberty in girls?

Could the chemicals found in several personal hygiene products, such as soaps, shampoos and lipstick, cause girls to enter into puberty at an earlier stage?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/could-certain-personal-hygiene-products-and-cosmetics-cause-early-puberty-in-girls-20181210

Health24.com | Obese people with heart failure may live longer than those who are thinner

The latest look into the so-called "obesity paradox" sheds new light on a puzzling pattern that researchers have noted for years: Obese patients with heart disease tend to survive longer than their normal-weight counterparts.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Obesity/obese-people-with-heart-failure-may-live-longer-than-those-who-are-thinner-20181210

Health24.com | Constipation on the keto diet? Here's what you should do

The high-fat, low-carb diet on everyone’s lips has one common side-effect. Here’s what you should know to avoid constipation when following the keto diet.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/Constipation-and-diet/constipation-on-the-keto-diet-heres-what-you-should-do-20181210

Health24.com | Gene therapy for sickle cell takes another step forward

A new therapy targets the genetic flaw that causes sickle cell anaemia, a devastating disease that often causes early death.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/gene-therapy-for-sickle-cell-takes-another-step-forward-20181205

Health24.com | Here’s how this guy channelled his inner Iron Man to better his body in 8 weeks

Was it his determination and competitive drive or was it the Iron Man tattoo?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/heres-how-this-guy-channelled-his-inner-iron-man-to-better-his-body-in-8-weeks-20181204

Health24.com | 5 things you could be allergic to over the festive season

From glitzy decorations to scrumptious food – the holiday season can have an adverse effect on those suffering from allergies. Here are the biggest culprits.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/Allergy-triggers/5-things-you-could-be-allergic-to-over-the-festive-season-20181210

Health24.com | Breast implants may increase your risk of a rare type of cancer

It's actually a cancer of the immune system.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/breast-implants-may-increase-your-risk-of-a-rare-type-of-cancer-20181204

Health24.com | Soft furniture no cushion against falls for young kids

Parents often leave young children on a bed or sofa and step away for a bit, mistakenly thinking there's no danger.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/soft-furniture-no-cushion-against-falls-for-young-kids-20181105

Health24.com | Kettlebell vs. barbell – the experts weigh in on these workout tools

A true heavyweight contest. We're putting the two up against each other. It's finally time for the ultimate match, the kettlebell vs barbell.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/kettlebell-vs-barbell-the-experts-weigh-in-on-these-workout-tools-20181204

Health24.com | Injected drug may be new weapon against gout

Instead of targeting high uric acid levels, a new gout drug aims to reduce overall inflammation in the body.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Arthritis/Gout/injected-drug-may-be-new-weapon-against-gout-20180918

Health24.com | Tap into the health powers of garlic

As scientists look more deeply into the effects of diet on health, they're finding that more and more everyday foods offer benefits that go well beyond making dishes tastier.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/tap-into-the-health-powers-of-garlic-20181031

Health24.com | Should you break up with your partner? Here are 5 ways to tell

Sometimes, relationships just need to end.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Relationships/should-you-break-up-with-your-partner-here-are-5-ways-to-tell-20181204

Health24.com | Mindfulness may be a buffer against pain

Researchers look to mindfulness and meditation as a method of pain therapy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Pain-Management/News/mindfulness-may-be-a-buffer-against-pain-20180914

Health24.com | These are 4 of the best fat-burning workouts

Here's how the pros keep their bodies lean.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/these-are-4-of-the-best-fat-burning-workouts-20181204

Health24.com | Hookah pipes far from harmless, study warns

In addition to toxic substances from tobacco and nicotine, hookah smoke exposes users to charcoal combustion products, including large amounts of carbon monoxide.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/hookah-pipes-far-from-harmless-study-warns-20181106

Health24.com | Parents blame smartphones, tablets for teens' sleep troubles

A poll suggests that sleep problems are common among teens, and parents believe late-night use of electronics is a main contributor.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/parents-blame-smartphones-tablets-for-teens-sleep-troubles-20180918

Health24.com | 6 simple strategies that will help reduce the effects of jet lag

No more 3am Facebook stalking.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/6-simple-strategies-that-will-help-reduce-the-effects-of-jet-lag-20181204

Health24.com | Don't let let TB go untreated during pregnancy

HIV-positive pregnant women with TB are encouraged to adhere to treatment because the disease can be successfully treated in pregnancy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Tuberculosis/News/dont-let-let-tb-go-untreated-during-pregnancy-20181207

Health24.com | To end Aids in South Africa, we can't afford to ignore men

Male-adapted health care services are a key component to shrinking the HIV gap between women and men – and getting men to care.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/HIV-AIDS/The-South-African-culture/to-end-aids-in-south-africa-we-cant-afford-to-ignore-men-20181207

Health24.com | State patients ditch surgery waiting list thanks to Mediclinic Limpopo

Mediclinic has been performing pro bono surgeries for number of years, and since 2017 has been working closely with Limpopo public hospitals to assist with specific needs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/state-patients-ditch-surgery-waiting-list-thanks-to-mediclinic-limpopo-20181205

Health24.com | 7 tips to keep your feet fungus-free this summer

An unsightly and unpleasant foot fungus is easy to contract, especially during the warmer months. Here are some fool-proof tips on getting (and keeping) your feet summer-ready.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Fungal-skin/7-tips-to-keep-your-feet-fungus-free-this-summer-20181207

Health24.com | Hypnotherapy for IBS? What you should know

Don’t dismiss hypnotherapy as bogus, the experts say. Here’s how hypnotherapy can help reduce some of the symptoms associated with IBS.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/IBS/IBS-and-mental-health/hypnotherapy-for-ibs-what-you-should-know-20181127

Health24.com | 5 avoidable triggers that can make urinary incontinence worse

Urinary incontinence is a manageable condition – here are a few common triggers of urinary leakage.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Urinary-incontinence/5-avoidable-triggers-that-can-make-urinary-incontinence-worse-20181207

Health24.com | Too much time in the sun? Skin patch might tell

Powered by the sun while designed to measure its rays, a new mint-sized, battery-free patch will alert wearers to potentially harmful sunlight exposure in real time.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin-cancer/Sun-and-skin-cancer/too-much-time-in-the-sun-skin-patch-might-tell-20181206

Health24.com | Smoking bans might help more than the lungs of non-smokers

A study found that non-smoking adults who lived in areas with smoke-free laws had lower systolic blood pressure than those who lived in areas without smoke-free laws.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/smoking-bans-might-help-more-than-the-lungs-of-non-smokers-20181206

Health24.com | Traditional leaders to be trained in social work issues

A training programme aims to empower traditional leaders in the Eastern Cape with knowledge and skills on how to deal with social ills within their communities.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/traditional-leaders-to-be-trained-in-social-work-issues-20181130

Health24.com | 2 unhealthy eating habits that are sabotaging your weight-loss efforts

The good news: With minimal effort, you can make up for most not-so-good food decisions...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/2-unhealthy-eating-habits-that-are-sabotaging-your-weight-loss-efforts-20181204

Health24.com | Pregnant women addicted to eating soil may have dangerous deficiency

Several women develop an addiction to eating non-nutritive substances, but being addicted to soil is a red flag that you may have a dangerous deficiency and it could harm you and your unborn baby.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/pregnant-women-addicted-to-eating-soil-may-have-dangerous-deficiency-20181206

Health24.com | 5 misconceptions about hearing loss

If you thought hearing loss only happened to older people, and that you'd be able to hear perfectly by just turning up the volume of your hearing aid, think again.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/5-misconceptions-about-hearing-loss-20181205

Health24.com | How to avoid suitcase strain this holiday season

Injury caused by carrying heavy luggage can be prevented by sticking to a few simple rules.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/how-to-avoid-suitcase-strain-this-holiday-season-20181119

Health24.com | World’s first baby born from transplanted womb of dead donor

A Brazilian woman who received a womb from a deceased donor has given birth to a baby daughter. Thus far this has only happened in womb transplants from live donors.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Fertility/News/worlds-first-baby-born-from-transplanted-womb-of-dead-donor-20181205

Health24.com | Groundbreaking surgery gets amputee moving again – without 'phantom limb' effect

Thanks to a groundbreaking amputation procedure that eliminates the 'phantom limb' effect, a climbing enthusiast is reaching new heights.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/groundbreaking-surgery-gets-amputee-moving-again-without-phantom-limb-effect-20181205

Health24.com | US Alzheimer's cases to nearly triple by 2060

A study shows that as the US population increases, the number of people affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias will rise.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/Alzheimers/us-alzheimers-cases-to-nearly-triple-by-2060-20180921

Health24.com | Does aspirin help prevent liver cancer?

Take two aspirins and reduce your risk of liver cancer? New research suggests this weekly routine might help. However, the authors stress that additional research is still needed.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Liver-Health/Liver-cancer/does-aspirin-help-prevent-liver-cancer-20181007

Health24.com | The 5 best ways to treat sore muscles, according to the pros

Epsom salts are about to become your new best friend.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/the-5-best-ways-to-treat-sore-muscles-according-to-the-pros-20181204

Health24.com | Smoking relapse less likely among vapers, new research suggests

'Vapers' tend not to view the occasional slip-up as the end of their attempt to quit smoking.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/smoking-relapse-less-likely-among-vapers-20181205-2

Health24.com | Does stroke run in your family? Healthy living lowers the risk

Even if someone in your family has suffered from a stroke, you can lower your risk by following a healthy lifestyle.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stroke/About-stroke/does-stroke-run-in-your-family-healthy-living-lowers-the-risk-20181025

Health24.com | What's next for disabling back pain? New discs grown from patients' own cells

In current experiments, scientists developed a method for taking stem cells from goats and growing new tissue on a matrix that resembles a spinal disc.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Backache/News/whats-next-for-disabling-back-pain-new-discs-grown-from-patients-own-cells-20181204

Health24.com | 'Love and support those with epilepsy,' pleads nurse

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness or convulsions associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Epilepsy/News/love-and-support-those-with-epilepsy-pleads-nurse-20181123

Health24.com | Brexit had Brits turning to antidepressants, study suggests

After the 'Brexit' vote in England, the volume of antidepressants prescribed increased more than 10% compared to other classes of drugs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/brexit-had-brits-turning-to-antidepressants-study-suggests-20181204

Health24.com | WHO says it can fight Ebola outbreak despite US withdrawal

The WHO says it can fight the Ebola outbreak in Congo despite the withdrawal of US experts over safety concerns.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/Ebola/who-says-it-can-fight-ebola-outbreak-despite-us-withdrawal-20181204

Health24.com | 7 ways to avoid food poisoning this summer

Hot weather and too much partying can make you sick to your stomach, but there’s nothing quite like food poisoning to spoil the holiday season.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/Gastroenteritis-and-food-illness/7-ways-to-avoid-food-poisoning-this-summer-20181123

Health24.com | Only endurance exercise slows down ageing

The benefits of exercise are endless. However, only endurance training is able to slow our rate of ageing.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/only-endurance-exercise-slows-down-ageing-20181204

Health24.com | Snoring may be bigger health threat to women than men

Loud snoring is a hallmark of obstructive sleep apnoea, which affects between 3 and 7% of adults in the United States.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/Snoring-and-sleep-apnoea/snoring-may-be-bigger-health-threat-to-women-than-men-20181130

Health24.com | 5 reasons why you're burping all the time

Is your burping getting out of hand? Excessive burping can be linked to a number of digestive issues.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/News/5-reasons-why-youre-burping-all-the-time-20181203-2

Health24.com | Could anyone have stopped gene-edited babies experiment?

Scientific consensus and regulations in much of the world prohibit making genetic changes that could be passed to future generations. But nothing stopped the Chinese researcher from helping to make the world's first gene-edited babies.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/News/could-anyone-have-stopped-gene-edited-babies-experiment-20181203

Health24.com | 'Saving a life is better than doing nothing' says HIV sufferer

A young woman living with HIV started a private Facebook page where people can feel free to ask questions, talk to others and get the support they need to stay focused and healthy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/saving-a-life-is-better-than-doing-nothing-says-hiv-sufferer-20181130

Health24.com | Freeze-dried vaccine may help rid world of polio

If a drug of vaccine isn't stable enough to be transported, it's of no use to anyone.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/Polio/freeze-dried-vaccine-may-help-rid-world-of-polio-20181128

Health24.com | Can protein keep you healthier for longer?

Researchers have found that dietary protein slows the age-related loss of muscle mass, helping to preserve the ability to do everyday tasks.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/can-protein-keep-you-healthier-for-longer-20181203

Health24.com | 'I wet my bed after a few drinks' – alcohol and urinary incontinence

How strong is the link between alcohol and urinary incontinence? Can alcohol cause adult bed-wetting? Here's what you need to know.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/i-wet-my-bed-after-a-few-drinks-alcohol-and-urinary-incontinence-20181203-2

Health24.com | 6 early miscarriage symptoms all pregnant women need to know

Blood clots aren’t normal during pregnancy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/6-early-miscarriage-symptoms-all-pregnant-women-need-to-know-20181129

Health24.com | How to find out if you are one of the 20% who should never deadlift

For some guys, it’s the king of all exercises. For others, it’s a ticket to pain and suffering. Find out if you should never deadlift.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/how-to-find-out-if-you-are-one-of-the-20-who-should-never-deadlift-20181129

Health24.com | 3 meal prep hacks that will make it way easier to eat healthily

They're not even hard work!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Nutrition-basics/3-meal-prep-hacks-that-will-make-it-way-easier-to-eat-healthily-20181127

Health24.com | Family meals make for teens who eat healthy

A study found that teens and young adults who ate with their family more tended to eat more fruits and vegetables and less fast or takeout food.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/family-meals-make-for-teens-who-eat-healthy-20181122

Health24.com | The scoop on how your cat's sandpapery tongue deep cleans

The science behind cat grooming: High-tech scans give a peek at how their sandpapery tongues clean through all that fur.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/News/the-scoop-on-how-your-cats-sandpapery-tongue-deep-cleans-20181120

Health24.com | 11 reasons why you’re getting your period twice in one month

It’s not just because life is unfair.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Menstruation/11-reasons-why-youre-getting-your-period-twice-in-one-month-20181129

Health24.com | 5 ridiculous things some people still believe about HIV/Aids

It’s time to shine the light on some of the ridiculous and far-fetched perceptions about HIV that people still have.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/HIV-AIDS/Living-with-HIV/5-ridiculous-things-some-people-still-believe-about-hivaids-20181129

Health24.com | Are you better at remembering faces or names?

A study suggests that, while many people may be bad at remembering names, they are likely to be even worse at remembering faces.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/are-you-better-at-remembering-faces-or-names-20181201-2

Health24.com | HIV-positive children dream big

A camp, facilitated by the Department of Social Development, brought 52 children born with HIV together to educate them about positive living, treatment adherence and positive prevention.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/hiv-positive-children-dream-big-20181130