Health24.com | SA gets full marks for HIV treatment but a fail for condoms

While district health expenditure on HIV has more than doubled in the last decade in SA, consistent condom use continues to be low, amid a sharp decrease in the number of condoms distributed by government.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/HIV-AIDS/News/sa-gets-full-marks-for-hiv-treatment-but-a-fail-for-condoms-20190201

Health24.com | Being rocked to sleep isn't just for babies

In a study, volunteers fell asleep more rapidly and had longer periods of deeper sleep when rocked.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/being-rocked-to-sleep-isnt-just-for-babies-20190201

Health24.com | Here's how I’m getting back into running after taking a break

Health24 writer Marelize Wilke used to panic about long breaks and holidays without training – but not this time.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/FitnessGettingStarted/heres-how-im-getting-back-into-running-after-taking-a-break-20190201

Health24.com | 3 conditioning exercises to support your hips

Try these exercises to strengthen your glutes and thigh muscles.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/Exercise-and-health/3-conditioning-exercises-to-support-your-hips-20190116

Health24.com | Too much screen time a damper on children's development

A new study shows that children who spend too much time in front of screens are showing delayed development.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/too-much-screen-time-a-damper-on-childrens-development-20190131

Health24.com | Vaping tied to rise in stroke, heart attack risk

Even as e-cigarettes are considered as a means of quitting smoking, care must be taken regarding the health impact, researchers say, after a new study suggested that the risks for e-cigarette users of having a stroke, or heart attack were very high.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/vaping-tied-to-rise-in-stroke-heart-attack-risk-20190131

Health24.com | 'Cocktail' approach offers early hope for new male contraceptive

The research is in its early days, but scientists say they're using bartenders' tricks to stir up a new, reversible male contraceptive.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Contraception/Contraception-for-men/cocktail-approach-offers-early-hope-for-new-male-contraceptive-20190130

Health24.com | Take the stairs: An 'exercise snack' can do wonders for your heart and lungs

A recent study found that short sessions of intense stair climbing spaced throughout the day can improve cardiorespiratory fitness.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-and-exercise/take-the-stairs-an-exercise-snack-can-do-wonders-for-your-heart-and-lungs-20190123

Health24.com | File mix-up leaves TB patient without treatment

A tuberculosis patient from KwaZulu Natal was told that her file showed she had completed her treatment, which meant that for two months she stopped taking her medication.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/file-mix-up-leaves-tb-patient-without-treatment-20190125

Health24.com | What if you were your own blood donor for surgery?

Patients who have some of their own blood removed at the start of heart surgery, to be "recycled' and given back to them during the procedure, may be able to avoid transfusions, and the tactic may also shorten hospital stays.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/what-if-you-were-your-own-blood-donor-for-surgery-20190130

Health24.com | WATCH: Proton beam therapy gives hope to teen boy with rare tumour

A teenager with an inoperable brain tumour has hope for the future – he will be one of the first people to undergo proton beam therapy in the UK.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/Cancer-treatment/watch-proton-beam-therapy-gives-hope-to-teen-boy-with-rare-tumour-20190131

Health24.com | Even the smallest fitness gains could help you reduce the risk of a heart attack

The risk of a heart attack and other heart conditions steadily decline when there is an increase in cardiorespiratory fitness, a new study shoes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-and-exercise/even-the-smallest-fitness-gains-could-help-you-reduce-the-risk-of-a-heart-attack-20190130-2

Health24.com | Consuming more of this leafy-green vegetable can combat fatigue

Incorporating kale and other leafy green vegetables into your diet can help with low iron levels.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/consuming-more-of-this-leafy-green-vegetable-can-combat-fatigue-20190130-2

Health24.com | New leash on life? Staying slim keeps pooches happy, healthy

The life span of overweight dogs can be up to 2.5 years shorter than that of normal-weight canines.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/News/new-leash-on-life-staying-slim-keeps-pooches-happy-healthy-20190117

Health24.com | Mpumalanga woman regrets stopping her ARVs

Interrupting your ARV treatment is a terrible decision, as you get a sudden surge of virus, which wipes out much of the immune system that has taken a long time to rebuild.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/mpumalanga-woman-regrets-stopping-her-arvs-20190130

Health24.com | Sleepless nights can mean more painful days

New research shows that a lack of sleep all but guarantees greater levels of body pain.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/sleepless-nights-can-mean-more-painful-days-20190130

Health24.com | 4 signs that a runner isn't getting enough iron

Running long distances can deplete your iron levels, and iron deficiency is the most common cause of anaemia. Are you getting enough iron?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/4-signs-that-a-runner-isnt-getting-enough-iron-20190130

Health24.com | Plant-based diets good for the planet, and for you

Diets with a lower carbon footprint contain less red meat and dairy, and more healthful foods like poultry, whole grains and plant-based proteins.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/plant-based-diets-good-for-the-planet-and-for-you-20190126

Health24.com | A hormone in your blood could predict unhealthy ageing

A hormone found in the blood, brain natriuretic peptide, might signal when someone is more likely to grow weaker or lose their ability to balance before they're 70.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/a-hormone-in-your-blood-could-predict-unhealthy-ageing-20190130

Health24.com | Dealing with anaemia at school

By making sure your child has enough iron in their diet you can help reduce their anaemia symptoms.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/dealing-with-anaemia-at-school-20190116

Health24.com | What is anal bleaching – and why are people doing it?

Anal bleaching is the process of applying chemicals to the skin around the anus in order to lighten the naturally deeper pigmentation.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/what-is-anal-bleaching-and-why-are-people-doing-it-20190125

Health24.com | Eating before bedtime won't send blood sugar levels soaring

The theory that not eating for two hours before going to bed helps prevent high blood sugar (glucose) levels and related health problems might not be true after all.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/eating-before-bedtime-wont-send-blood-sugar-levels-soaring-20190123

Health24.com | Teens who hurt themselves more likely to hurt others

A new study found that adolescents who harm themselves and commit violent crimes are likely to have been mistreated in childhood and have poor self-control.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/News/teens-who-hurt-themselves-more-likely-to-hurt-others-20190109

Health24.com | Stroke, heart events can sideline you from work

Although the majority of Canadians who have serious health scares end up back at work, about a fifth of those who had a stroke weren't back at work three years later.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/stroke-heart-events-can-sideline-you-from-work-20190108

Health24.com | Someday, a pig's heart might save a child's life

In a preliminary study, scientists have found evidence that babies' immune systems might tolerate a heart from a genetically modified pig — potentially a huge breakthrough for those waiting for donor hearts — but, if it proves a success, would it be socially acceptable?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-transplants/someday-a-pigs-heart-might-save-a-childs-life-20190129

Health24.com | Half of birth defects in Western Cape avoidable

According to statistics, one in 15 babies in South Africa is affected by a birth defect, with up to 70% of birth defects being treatable or preventable.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/half-of-birth-defects-in-western-cape-avoidable-20190129

Health24.com | Are you a risk-taker? It might lie in your genes

Scientists have identified more than 100 genetic variants linked with risk-taking, according to a groundbreaking new study.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/News/are-you-a-risk-taker-it-might-lie-in-your-genes-20190120

Health24.com | Man with albinism believes God protects him from sunburn

An albino pastor at the Apostolic Faith Mission believes that God protects him from the sun, and that he doesn't need to apply sun lotion to his body.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/man-with-albinism-believes-god-protects-him-from-sunburn-20190125

Health24.com | Study finds obesity caused by big business not greedy people

Rates of obesity, “the paramount health challenge” of our time, continue to soar all over the world largely due to the influence of multinational junk food industries, a major new report says.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/study-finds-obesity-caused-by-big-business-not-greedy-people-20190128

Health24.com | 4 reasons why you should never leave hearing loss untreated

Hearing loss can severely affect your quality of life in many ways. Here is why you should treat the problem as soon as you become aware of it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/4-reasons-why-you-should-never-leave-hearing-loss-untreated-20190125

Health24.com | Body size may influence longevity in women, but not men

Findings of a new study indicate that both body size and physical activity are related to lifespan, but that these associations seem to differ between men and women.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/body-size-may-influence-longevity-in-women-but-not-men-20190123

Health24.com | More US college students seeking mental healthcare

College students are facing higher levels of depression and anxiety, sending them to mental health clinics.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Life-stages-and-depression/more-us-college-students-seeking-mental-healthcare-20190128

Health24.com | How to choose the right iron supplement

With so many options available, choosing the correct iron supplement can be hard. Here’s what to look out for.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/how-to-choose-the-right-iron-supplement-20190128

Health24.com | Diabetic crisis? 'Wonder Dog' Emma alerts owner to the danger

Emma - the "Type 1 Wonder Dog" - has been trained to sniff out dangerously high and low blood sugar levels and alert her diabetic owner, so she can take action.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/diabetic-crisis-wonder-dog-emma-alerts-owner-to-the-danger-20190126

Health24.com | Eat what you want and still stay slim? Thank your genes

We have far less control over our weight than we might wish to think - certain DNA helps decide whether weight gain is a torment or not for people, researchers say.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/Genes-and-disease/eat-what-you-want-and-still-stay-slim-thank-your-genes-20190125

Health24.com | Can artificial intelligence read X-rays?

Chest X-rays account for 40% of all diagnostic imaging worldwide, and there can be large backlogs - but artificial intelligence may drastically reduce the backlogs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Tests-and-procedures/can-artificial-intelligence-read-x-rays-20190123

Health24.com | Um, can you still get your period while you’re pregnant?

You don’t menstruate when you're pregnant , but that doesn’t mean your bathroom trips will always be blood-free.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/um-can-you-still-get-your-period-while-youre-pregnant-20190125

Health24.com | Diet or exercise – or both?

These two approaches go hand-in-hand when looking for optimal health and fitness results.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/diet-or-exercise-or-both-20190122

Health24.com | 9 zinc-rich foods that belong in your diet

Zinc is an essential mineral that is key to a healthy diet.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/9-zinc-rich-foods-that-belong-in-your-diet-20190123

Health24.com | Movie violence doesn't make kids violent

Researchers found that as movies became more violent, overall rates of murder and violence actually fell.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/movie-violence-doesnt-make-kids-violent-20190127-2

Health24.com | What to do if your tampon is stuck inside you

Having a tampon stuck up there isn’t exactly something you want. Keep this info handy just in case one of your tampons goes rogue.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/what-to-do-if-your-tampon-is-stuck-inside-you-20190124

Health24.com | 'Poop transplants' may help ease painful colitis

Faecal transplants – delivering a healthy person's stool into a patient's digestive tract – may be an effective treatment for ulcerative colitis.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/Ulcerative-colitis/poop-transplants-may-help-ease-painful-colitis-20190123

Health24.com | Can you really use vitamin B-12 shots for weight loss?

Somewhere along the line, B-12 shots started getting linked with weight loss. But can B-12 shots actually help you drop kilos, or is it all just BS?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/can-you-really-use-vitamin-b-12-shots-for-weight-loss-20190124

Health24.com | Wheelchair-bound girl struggles to scratch an itch and move because of rare condition

This British teenager isn’t allowing a progressive muscle weakness to stop her from living life to the fullest.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/Brain/Neurological-conditions/wheelchair-bound-girl-struggles-to-scratch-an-itch-and-move-because-of-rare-condition-20190125

Health24.com | This is what having an amniocentesis really feels like

An amniocentesis is procedure in which a small amount of amniotic fluid containing foetal tissue is extracted from the uterus to be screened for chromosomal abnormalities.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/this-is-what-having-an-amniocentesis-really-feels-like-20190125

Health24.com | Sad or depressed – what is the difference?

It can be difficult to differentiate between feelings of sadness and depression. There are, however, distinct differences.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/About-depression/sad-or-depressed-what-is-the-difference-20190110

Health24.com | Should you really use coconut oil for acne?

Will coconut oil help clear up your acne or will it make things worse?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/should-you-really-use-coconut-oil-for-acne-20190124

Health24.com | Which veggies have more nutrients: fresh or frozen?

Despite boasting high levels of nutrients, many vegetables start to degrade as soon as they’re harvested.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/which-veggies-have-more-nutrients-fresh-or-frozen-20190124

Health24.com | 6 reasons your weight loss has plateaued – and how to fix them

When you attempt to lose weight, the body aims to defend its set point to keep you in a certain range. Here's how to move beyond that point.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/6-reasons-your-weight-loss-has-plateaued-and-how-to-fix-them-20190124

Health24.com | Nature or nurture? Twins study helps sort out genes' role in disease

A large US study found that forty percent of common diseases have a genetic component.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/Nature-vs-nurture/nature-or-nurture-twins-study-helps-sort-out-genes-role-in-disease-20190115

Health24.com | What exactly is free bleeding – and should you do it?

In a nutshell, free bleeding is when you don’t do anything to block or collect your period blood.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/what-exactly-is-free-bleeding-and-should-you-do-it-20190124

Health24.com | Decoding newborn's DNA could pinpoint hidden risks

Researchers have been able to identify risks for some inherited childhood conditions in newborns, many of which can be prevented, thanks to a program that maps out their genes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/News/decoding-newborns-dna-could-pinpoint-hidden-risks-20190107

Health24.com | Why you should make cancer prevention a priority in 2019

According to a cancer expert, getting regular recommended cancer screenings is just as important as modifying your lifestyle to reduce your risk.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/why-you-should-make-cancer-prevention-a-priority-in-2019-20190124

Health24.com | Shoes make the difference when starting to exercise

According to an expert, you don't have to spend a lot of money to get good athletic shoes, but you do need shoes that match your level and type of activity.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/Exercise-gear/shoes-make-the-difference-when-starting-to-exercise-20190120

Health24.com | 5 tips on better communication for people with hearing loss

Hearing loss can make communication in a social setting difficult. Here are some practical tips to help you cope.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/Hearing-aids/5-tips-on-better-communication-for-people-with-hearing-loss-20190124-2

Health24.com | Why is bread getting a bad rap?

Whole-grain bread is a good source of nutrients, while breads made from refined grains 'look pretty much like plain sugar'.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/why-is-bread-getting-a-bad-rap-20190124-2

Health24.com | 11 ways to get more energy when you’re feeling tired

We need sleep to give us energy, and most people require seven to nine hours of sleep per night to feel their best.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-you/11-ways-to-get-more-energy-when-youre-feeling-tired-20190123

Health24.com | 1 in 4 antibiotic prescriptions unnecessary, large US study finds

Prescribing antibiotics for conditions they're not meant to treat is a major driver of the development of bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Meds-and-you/News/1-in-4-antibiotic-prescriptions-unnecessary-large-us-study-finds-20190124-2

Health24.com | New chlamydia test offers rapid results

A new rapid test for the sexually transmitted disease chlamydia means patients can receive treatment immediately, which could help reduce the spread of the disease.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/new-chlamydia-test-offers-rapid-results-20181205

Health24.com | Infections may be a trigger for heart attack and stroke

A new study found that infections like pneumonia and urinary tract infections substantially increased a group of patients' odds of having a heart attack or stroke.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Heart-attack/infections-may-be-a-trigger-for-heart-attack-and-stroke-20190123-2

Health24.com | Smoking pot? It could cost you your job

A new study indicates that job loss may be an overlooked social cost of marijuana use.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/Dagga/smoking-pot-it-could-cost-you-your-job-20190123

Health24.com | How a support dog has transformed the life of this boy with autism

See how this support dog has changed the lives of this seven-year-old boy with autism, and his family.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Autism/News/how-a-support-dog-has-transformed-the-life-of-this-boy-with-autism-20190123

Health24.com | Mangoes prove why they are considered the 'king of fruits'

Mangoes are more than just a tasty fruit. According to a new study they can help ease bowel movements.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/News/mangoes-prove-why-they-are-considered-the-king-of-fruits-20190123-2

Health24.com | A healthy lifestyle lowers the odds of breast cancer's return

According to the lead author of a recent study, healthier lifestyles 'might improve the prognosis of breast cancer patients if adherence is high'.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Breast/News/a-healthy-lifestyle-lowers-the-odds-of-breast-cancers-return-20190123-2

Health24.com | A handy guide to portion control - measuring food with your fist

Portion control is troubling for many of us - how do you know what's enough?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Nutrition-basics/a-handy-guide-to-portion-control-measuring-food-with-your-fist-20190114

Health24.com | Keep moving to keep brain sharp in old age

A new study suggests that a more active lifestyle, including physical, cognitive and social activities, may help maintain cognition in older adults.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/keep-moving-to-keep-brain-sharp-in-old-age-20190117

Health24.com | 5 tips on managing urinary incontinence during sex

Incontinence can be an embarrassing issue, especially when it comes to intimacy. Here’s what you should know.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Incontinence-in-women/5-tips-on-managing-urinary-incontinence-during-sex-20190114

Health24.com | Don't remember sending that text? You might be sleep texting

Being constantly online and replying to messages has led numerous young adults to text in their sleep. Some even send nonsensical texts messages while asleep.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/dont-remember-sending-that-text-you-might-be-sleep-texting-20181213

Health24.com | Animal, bug bites a billion-dollar burden in the US

Authors of a new study reviewed five years of data to examine the extent and cost of animal-related injuries that are treated by US emergency doctors.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/animal-bug-bites-a-billion-dollar-burden-in-the-us-20190122-3

Health24.com | Botox may help prevent post-op atrial fibrillation

Two new studies suggest that Botox injections during surgery temporarily freeze nerve bundles in the heart, preventing atrial fibrillation.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/botox-may-help-prevent-post-op-atrial-fibrillation-20190122

Health24.com | Life in space may take toll on spinal muscles

Besides low back pain during and immediately after space missions, astronauts appear to be at increased risk of spinal disc herniation.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Travel-health/Air-travel/life-in-space-may-take-toll-on-spinal-muscles-20190116

Health24.com | Type 2 diabetes before 40 tied to mental illness hospitalisations

Authors of a new study suspect there are a number of reasons why younger people with type 2 diabetes are more at risk of hospitalisations for mental and physical ills.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/Type-2-diabetes/type-2-diabetes-before-40-tied-to-mental-illness-hospitalisations-20190122-2

Health24.com | 5 strategies for when you feel overwhelmed by the new year

Struggling to find momentum or motivation for the year ahead? An expert provides tips on how to cope.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Health-tips/5-strategies-for-when-you-feel-overwhelmed-by-the-new-year-20190122-3

Health24.com | New algorithm can dramatically improve life for those with hearing aids

Wearing a hearing aid, but still struggling to differentiate between voices and sounds? Thanks to new research, this may soon improve.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/News/new-algorithm-can-dramatically-improve-life-for-those-with-hearing-aids-20190122-3

Health24.com | Night shift plus unhealthy habits equals higher diabetes risk

The results of a new study show it's especially important for shift workers to follow a healthy lifestyle to avoid type 2 diabetes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/night-shift-plus-unhealthy-habits-equals-higher-diabetes-risk-20181122

Health24.com | Scans, ultrasound spot Zika brain defects

A study found that a combination of prenatal MRI and ultrasound was able to detect Zika-related brain abnormalities during pregnancy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/Mosquito-borne-diseases/scans-ultrasound-spot-zika-brain-defects-20181206

Health24.com | Job insecurity may take a toll on your heart

A study found that individuals with a high fluctuation in income had a much higher risk of cardiovascular disease and death, than people who had less fluctuation in income.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/job-insecurity-may-take-a-toll-on-your-heart-20190108

Health24.com | Breastfeeding isn't just good for the baby - it may help a mom's heart

Research suggests women who breastfeed have stronger immune systems.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/Nutrition/breastfeeding-isnt-just-good-for-the-baby-it-may-help-a-moms-heart-20190121-2

Health24.com | How getting a flu shot could save your life

It has been shown that influenza vaccination could reduce death, acute coronary syndromes, and hospitalisation in patients with coronary heart disease, and/or heart failure.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/Preventing-flu/how-getting-a-flu-shot-could-save-your-life-20190117

Health24.com | 5 factors that put you at risk for hypothyroidism

You might want to talk to your doctor about testing your thyroid levels.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Thyroid/5-factors-that-put-you-at-risk-for-hypothyroidism-20190108

Health24.com | 5 everyday things people think cause cancer but don’t

Plastic bottles, deodorant, the microwave... These are all things we use daily and people mistakenly believe cause cancer. Here are the facts.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/About-cancer/5-everyday-things-people-think-cause-cancer-but-dont-20180618

Health24.com | Is my teenager at risk for anaemia?

Teenagers are often tired because of their rapid growth and busy schedules – but when is it anaemia?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/News/is-my-teenager-at-risk-for-anaemia-20190121-2

Health24.com | Opioid abusers using their pets to score drugs?

Veterinarians, prescribing large quantities of opioids to pets, are concerned that some owners might be using these medications to feed their own addictions.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/News/opioid-abusers-using-their-pets-to-score-drugs-20190120-2

Health24.com | How to get your bowels back on track after the holidays

Back at work and … erhm … 'backed up'? Here’s how to regulate your bowels and get your digestive system back on track after the holidays.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/Constipation-and-diet/how-to-get-your-bowels-back-on-track-after-the-holidays-20190120-2

Health24.com | Bribe yourself to diet

Here's how to turn the habit of using food to soothe bad feelings and reward good behaviour on its ear.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/bribe-yourself-to-diet-20190116

Health24.com | Want to live longer? Just sit a bit less each day

Researchers say even a few extra minutes off the couch each day can add years to your lifespan.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/want-to-live-longer-just-sit-a-bit-less-each-day-20190116

Health24.com | Fibre is not only for adults

Children need fibre just as much as adults – for the same reasons.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/News/fibre-is-not-only-for-adults-20190119-2

Health24.com | Cancer diagnosis may quadruple suicide risk

Distress and depression can arise from cancer diagnosis, and may ultimately lead to suicide.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/cancer-diagnosis-may-quadruple-suicide-risk-20190117

Health24.com | US junk food ads target minority kids

US junk food ads are specifically targeting black and Hispanic kids, according to a new report.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/us-junk-food-ads-target-minority-kids-20190118-2

Health24.com | Hookah smoking trendy, despite evidence of health risks

Hookah or waterpipe smoking has moved to the US and is one of the main tobacco products used by young Americans.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/hookah-smoking-trendy-despite-evidence-of-health-risks-20190118

Health24.com | Climate change already hurting human health, review shows

"The science is clear" that for each unit increase in global warming, there is an increase in those broad health risks - if no action is taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, an expert says.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/Climate-and-temperature/climate-change-already-hurting-human-health-review-shows-20190117

Health24.com | Broad-range Ebola drug shows promise in animal tests

An experimental drug can protect against all forms of Ebola known to harm people, suggesting that it will continue to protect people if the Ebola viruses evolve over time.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/Ebola/broad-range-ebola-drug-shows-promise-in-animal-tests-20190113

Health24.com | Are you sabotaging your sex life?

Physical intimacy not only helps you stay connected to your significant other, it also leaves you feeling more alive and youthful.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/are-you-sabotaging-your-sex-life-20190111

Health24.com | Man ends up with skin infection after injecting himself with semen to cure back pain

Seriously, don’t try this method at home (or anywhere else). Spoiler alert: It didn’t work.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Meds-and-you/News/man-ends-up-with-skin-infection-after-injecting-himself-with-semen-to-cure-back-pain-20190117

Health24.com | Looming global crisis means we must cut down on red meat, experts say

Consumption of foods such as red meat and sugar will have to decrease by about half to make sure the Earth will be able to feed the global population by 2050 - and at the same time, double the amount of plant-based foods will need to be eaten, experts say.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/looming-global-crisis-means-we-must-cut-down-on-red-meat-experts-say-20190117

Health24.com | Why hearing aid upkeep is often out of reach for the poor

A US study has revealed how the high cost of hearing aids, along with their upkeep, makes it difficult for people with a low-income to enjoy the benefits of the devices.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hearing-management/Hearing-aids/why-hearing-aid-upkeep-is-often-out-of-reach-for-the-poor-20190117

Health24.com | SEE: This condition can be deadly – but it can be managed

Although asthma can kill, the good news is it can be successfully managed.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Asthma/Manage-your-asthma/see-this-condition-can-be-deadly-but-it-can-be-managed-20180828

Health24.com | Look to your aunts, uncles and parents for clues to your longevity

Researchers have discovered that the more long-lived relatives you have, the lower your hazard of dying at any point in life.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/look-to-your-aunts-uncles-and-parents-for-clues-to-your-longevity-20190113

Health24.com | Why your heart needs a good night's sleep

A new study found that chronic lack of sleep and poor sleep quality may lead to atherosclerosis, which increases the odds of heart attack and stroke.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/why-your-heart-needs-a-good-nights-sleep-20190115

Health24.com | Babies need to be exposed to a variety of foods

Introducing babies to a variety of fruits and vegetables and other types of foods early on is key to a better diet quality later on.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/Nutrition/babies-need-to-be-exposed-to-a-variety-of-foods-20190116-2

Health24.com | Avoid germs at the gym to protect your skin

The bacteria, viruses and fungi that cause skin infections love warm, moist places like sweaty exercise equipment and locker room showers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Fungal-skin/avoid-germs-at-the-gym-to-protect-your-skin-20190116-2

Health24.com | Anaemic? Here are 5 foods you should be eating

What you eat can help with symptoms of anaemia. Here are five foods you should be eating if you are anaemic.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Anaemia/About-anaemia/anaemic-here-are-5-foods-you-should-be-eating-20190109

Health24.com | Friends' vaping could pose danger to kids with asthma

In a study, school children with asthma were found to be more likely to suffer an asthma attack after exposure to vapour from someone else's e-cigarette.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/friends-vaping-could-pose-danger-to-kids-with-asthma-20190110

Health24.com | Scientists in Hong Kong claim antiviral breakthrough

Researchers say a newly discovered chemical could one day be used as broad-spectrum antiviral for host of infectious diseases.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/News/scientists-in-hong-kong-claim-antiviral-breakthrough-20190115

Health24.com | More evidence dagga may damage the teen brain

A new study reveals that some teens who've tried dagga just a few times show significant changes in the brain - but the findings are at odds with earlier studies that have found no significant long-term changes in brain structure or deficits in memory.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/Dagga/more-evidence-dagga-may-damage-the-teen-brain-20190116

Health24.com | Even a little exercise may help cancer patients live longer

A study has found that cancer patients who get regular exercise do much better than inactive patients.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/even-a-little-exercise-may-help-cancer-patients-live-longer-20190111

Health24.com | Are TV cereal ads making your kids fat?

A study among preschool-age children found that kids who were exposed to TV ads for high-sugar cereals were more likely to eat the cereals they had seen advertised.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/are-tv-cereal-ads-making-your-kids-fat-20190113

Health24.com | Surgeons fear pelvic mesh lawsuits will spook patients

Doctors who specialise in female pelvic medicine are criticizing lawsuits in the US over products used to treat pelvic floor disorders.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/surgeons-fear-pelvic-mesh-lawsuits-will-spook-patients-20190111

Health24.com | Bloemfontein women open their hearts to the aged

From a rented church building in Bloemfontein, a group of women feed and comfort aged residents.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/bloemfontein-women-open-their-hearts-to-the-aged-20190115

Health24.com | With the environment in mind, a UK company says 40% of its new dog food consists of flies

Worried that the beef in your beloved pup’s grub might contribute to environmental degradation? Don’t fret – flies could be the answer, a company claims.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/News/with-the-environment-in-mind-a-uk-company-says-40-of-its-new-dog-food-consists-of-flies-20190114

Health24.com | Real stories: ‘How I quit smoking’

There are many methods you can use use to quit smoking – it is, however, important to remember that what works for one person might not work for another.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/About-stop-smoking/real-stories-how-i-quit-smoking-20190114

Health24.com | Millennials' odds for depression rise with social media use

A new study found that depressed students tend to use social media more often and are more heavily addicted to social media.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/millennials-odds-for-depression-rise-with-social-media-use-20190111

Health24.com | Could a foot stool be the tool to keep you regular?

A recent study shows that a simple potty stool under your feet may help constipation symptoms.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/News/could-a-foot-stool-be-the-tool-to-keep-you-regular-20190114

Health24.com | At risk for an opioid overdose? There's an app for that

In order to reduce deaths from opioid overdose, researchers have developed an app that can detect when a person's breathing becomes dangerously slows or stops.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/News/at-risk-for-an-opioid-overdose-theres-an-app-for-that-20190114

Health24.com | Testicular cancer a bigger threat to young men

Embarrassment about testicular cancer symptoms and even confusion with sexually transmitted diseases can prevent some young men from seeking medical help when the disease is at its earliest, most curable stage, says a urologist.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/testicular-cancer-a-bigger-threat-to-young-men-20190103

Health24.com | These are the 5 insane body benefits of hitting a HITT class

You'll be burning kilojoules hours after you stop.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/these-are-the-5-insane-body-benefits-of-hitting-a-hitt-class-20190108

Health24.com | Limpopo gogos ditch traditional beer for football

Grannies from Mpheni Village in Limpopo insist that their days of sitting at home drinking traditional beer are over after football for the elderly was launched.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/limpopo-gogos-ditch-traditional-beer-for-football-20190113-4

Health24.com | Why it's important to boost baby's vocabulary now

Increasing your baby's vocabulary gives them a better start to their schooling career.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/why-its-important-to-boost-babys-vocabulary-now-20190108

Health24.com | 6 ways to stay motivated and stick to your workouts

Maintaining your enthusiasm can be tricky. Try these ideas for extra get-up and go.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/6-ways-to-stay-motivated-and-stick-to-your-workouts-20190112-3

Health24.com | Project to protect pensioners against alcohol abuse

A project has been started in Tzaneen, Limpopo, to help keep pensioners busy and discourage them from indulging in alcohol.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/project-to-protect-pensioners-against-alcohol-abuse-20190112-4

Health24.com | Faulty sperm may explain recurring miscarriages

Doctors have traditionally focused attention on women when looking for the causes of recurrent miscarriages - but new research suggests that it may be a sign that a man's sperm is not up to par.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Fertility/News/faulty-sperm-may-explain-recurring-miscarriages-20190111

Health24.com | Wider waistlines, smaller brains?

A UK study found that obese people typically had a lower volume of grey matter in their brains compared to their normal-weight counterparts.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Obesity/wider-waistlines-smaller-brains-20190110

Health24.com | 3 serious signs that you could be suffering with heat stroke

Seriously, why is it so hot?!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Sun/News/3-serious-signs-that-you-could-be-suffering-with-heat-stroke-20190102

Health24.com | New non-invasive treatment for incontinence approved by FDA

Could this new treatment offer hope to so many who experience urinary incontinence?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/new-non-invasive-treatment-for-incontinence-approved-by-fda-20181213

Health24.com | Lifestyle changes helped new dad shed more than 20kg

Minaya started to put on the kilo during his first year year in college. By age 24, he tipped the scale at nearly 120kg. But then he cut out fast food, replacing it with lower-carb offerings that he prepared himself.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/lifestyle-changes-helped-new-dad-shed-more-than-20kg-20190110

Health24.com | Space travel: Can germs mutate and turn into terrifying superbugs? Only in the movies

The harsh conditions of space travel don't trigger genetic changes in bacteria that create superbugs - despite the terrifying plot lines of many a sci-fi film.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/infectious-diseases/News/space-travel-can-germs-mutate-and-turn-into-terrifying-superbugs-only-in-the-movies-20190110

Health24.com | Salaam, Polly

When you have 14 people sitting down to Christmas lunch under the trees, the last thing you expect is a lost parrot joining in the festivities, says Susan Erasmus

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/Pets-and-people/salaam-polly-20190109

Health24.com | Hip-hop loaded with marijuana and smoking references

Researchers believe that the depiction of smoking in its various forms may encourage younger viewers to start the habit.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/hip-hop-loaded-with-marijuana-and-smoking-references-20190110

Health24.com | Woman accidentally given erectile dysfunction cream for dry eyes

A woman was accidentally given erectile dysfunction cream for her dry eyes because the chemist misread the doctor's prescription.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Meds-and-you/Using-medicines/woman-accidentally-given-erectile-dysfunction-cream-for-dry-eyes-20190109

Health24.com | Just a little weightlifting can help your heart

Pumping some iron at the gym does more than just build muscle, it also reduces your risk for cardiovascular issues.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/just-a-little-weightlifting-can-help-your-heart-20181128

Health24.com | Prostate cancer – The silent killer few South African men are prepared to talk about

African men need to take their health more seriously and get checked on a regular basis after the age of 40. Only early diagnosis can improve survival and cure rates, writes Solly Moeng.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Prostate/Prostate-cancer-in-SA/prostate-cancer-the-silent-killer-few-south-african-men-are-prepared-to-talk-about-20190109

Health24.com | Acne advice for returning students

For teens with mild acne, the first step is to try over-the-counter creams, gels or lotions applied directly to affected areas.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Acne/News/acne-advice-for-returning-students-20180912

Health24.com | Men, don't ignore those pelvic floor exercises

Pelvic floor exercises can be of major benefit to men, especially as they age.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/Incontinence-in-men/men-dont-ignore-those-pelvic-floor-exercises-20190109

Health24.com | Trial launched for cancer breath test - may be a huge breakthrough for early detection

British researchers have begun trialling a breathalyser-like device which might be a huge breakthrough for early cancer detection.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/trial-launched-for-cancer-breath-test-may-be-a-huge-breakthrough-for-early-detection-20190109

Health24.com | 10 ways to keep your skin glowing with good health in 2019

With a little extra time and effort, or sometimes just breaking bad habits, you can change your skin condition for the better, a dermatologist says.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/News/10-ways-to-keep-your-skin-glowing-with-good-health-in-2019-20190108

Health24.com | How to settle your stomach (when your gut is out of whack)

Is your tummy turning on you?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/Common-digestive-disorders/how-to-settle-your-stomach-when-your-gut-is-out-of-whack-20190102

Health24.com | Family’s nightmare sex work dependence

A Mpumalanga high school learner was expected to grow up fast and become a sex worker so that she could take over the responsibility of earning money for the family.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/familys-nightmare-sex-work-dependence-20190108

Health24.com | Disabled students dropping out of varsity due to lack of special assistance

Many disabled students from rural communities find it difficult to adapt at tertiary institutions as they have to first learn how to use assistive devices.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/disabled-students-dropping-out-of-varsity-due-to-lack-of-special-assistance-20190108

Health24.com | 5 totally legit reasons why you’ve put on weight overnight

And it’s not because you’re getting fat!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/About-digestive-health/5-totally-legit-reasons-why-youve-put-on-weight-overnight-20190102

Health24.com | Making your child say sorry may backfire

Children know when someone is truly sorry and an insincere apology may increase the offended child's dislike of the child offering the apology, research shows.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/News/making-your-child-say-sorry-may-backfire-20190108

Health24.com | Dad 3D prints a bionic hand for his son

Jamie Miller was born without a left hand. After finding out there was an 18-month waiting list for a robotic hand, his dad made one himself.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/dad-3d-prints-a-bionic-hand-for-his-son-20190107

Health24.com | France defends status of world's oldest person after claim of fraud

Doubt has been cast on the record of the oldest person to have lived, who died at 122.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/france-defends-status-of-worlds-oldest-person-after-claim-of-fraud-20190107

Health24.com | Detecting depression: Phone apps could monitor teen angst

Detecting depression: Smartphone apps could monitor teen angst, identify kids at risk of mental health crisis

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/detecting-depression-phone-apps-could-monitor-teen-angst-20190103

Health24.com | No link between mom-to-be's diet, baby's allergy risk

Research shows that avoiding certain foods during pregnancy won't reduce a child's risk of food allergies.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/no-link-between-mom-to-bes-diet-babys-allergy-risk-20190103

Health24.com | 4 lactose intolerance myths you probably believe, but shouldn’t

Is a milk allergy the same as lactose intolerance? Are the symptoms of lactose intolerance the same for everyone? We busted four myths.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Lactose-intolerance/News/4-lactose-intolerance-myths-you-probably-believe-but-shouldnt-20190104

Health24.com | No evidence no-calorie sweeteners will help you lose weight - study

After years of research, there's still only very weak evidence that calorie-free sweeteners might help you get healthier and shed kilos\s, according to German researchers who looked over data from 56 studies involving either adults or kids.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/no-evidence-no-calorie-sweeteners-will-help-you-lose-weight-study-20190104

Health24.com | 5 portion control tips you’ve probably never heard before

Guess what: You shouldn't always go for the smaller plate...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-diets/5-portion-control-tips-youve-probably-never-heard-before-20190102

Health24.com | The pros and cons of weighing yourself every day

Daily weigh-ins may be beneficial to some, but for others may be negative fallout in terms of outlook, self-esteem or positive momentum.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/the-pros-and-cons-of-weighing-yourself-every-day-20190104

Health24.com | Can't taste anything? You might want to check your nose

Most people with a loss of taste can actually blame their nose for the problem.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/cant-taste-anything-you-might-want-to-check-your-nose-20190103

Health24.com | Alcohol may be sabotaging your diet

The calories in every gram of alcohol have no nutritional value, so you're also missing out on the vitamins and minerals you get from food calories.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Beverages/alcohol-may-be-sabotaging-your-diet-20190102

Health24.com | 'I found out my parents were swingers'

Tracing your genealogy through at-home DNA tests can be exciting... but the results can often prove quite shocking.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Genetics/News/i-found-out-my-parents-were-swingers-20190102

Health24.com | Massage your way to constipation relief

Before reaching for the laxatives, give these massage techniques a try.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Constipation/News/massage-your-way-to-constipation-relief-20181211

Health24.com | 'Easy way out?' Stigma may keep many from weight loss surgery

Almost half of the US population – nearly 50% – think that weight loss surgery is performed for mostly cosmetic reasons.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/easy-way-out-stigma-may-keep-many-from-weight-loss-surgery-20181213

Health24.com | Could you have silent gallstones?

"Silent" gallstones don't interfere with the function of the gallbladder, liver or nearby pancreas. Often they're discovered during an imaging test for another health concern.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/could-you-have-silent-gallstones-20181216

Health24.com | Domestic violence support centre to operate from under a tree

The Thohoyandou Victim Empowerment Programme (TVEP) was evicted from their offices because they have been unable to pay their rent.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/domestic-violence-support-centre-to-operate-from-under-a-tree-20190102

Health24.com | What is stress-induced fat – and the tell-tale sign I have it?

Where you store your fat is a dead giveaway.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/what-is-stress-induced-fat-and-the-tell-tale-sign-i-have-it-20181218

Health24.com | 5 articles to help you prepare your kids for the school year ahead

Now's the time to take action to ensure healthy, happy children for 2019. We put together a list of articles to help you achieve that goal.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Child/5-articles-to-help-you-prepare-your-kids-for-the-school-year-ahead-20181218

Health24.com | Getting flu shot annually won't undermine its effectiveness in kids

A study has clearly demonstrated that regular, yearly flu vaccinations do not constitute 'overkill'.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/News/getting-flu-shot-annually-wont-undermine-its-effectiveness-in-kids-20181028

Health24.com | Sleepless nights could make morning pastries tougher to resist

A night of lost sleep increased the desirability of food compared to non-food rewards among participants in a recent study.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/sleepless-nights-could-make-morning-pastries-tougher-to-resist-20190102

Health24.com | Marathons can tax amateurs' hearts

With the growing popularity of long-endurance races, research findings suggest that running shorter races might reduce the strain on the heart.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Sport/Running/marathons-can-tax-amateurs-hearts-20181204

Health24.com | Practise patience for a happier, healthier you

According to experts, handling frustrating situations with patience, will replace frustration with tranquility, and you'll be a lot happier for it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/practise-patience-for-a-happier-healthier-you-20190101-2

Health24.com | Today's more potent dagga means higher risk of dependence

The average risk of developing cannabis use disorder increases by about 40% with every one percentage point increase in pot potency, a new study found.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/News/todays-more-potent-dagga-means-higher-risk-of-dependence-20190101-2