Health24.com | World Aids Day: 7 things you should know about HIV, but probably don’t

Did you know that if you’re HIV-positive, you may under certain circumstances not be able to pass the virus to someone else? Read on to understand how this is possible.

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Health24.com | World Aids Day: Could there be a cure in sight for HIV in this lifetime?

And how promising is the newly launched HIV pill? Experts answer some pressing questions.

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Health24.com | Caregivers need to remember: Take care of yourselves

In order to have the strength to care for a loved one, it is extremely important that caregivers take care of their own physical and mental health.

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Health24.com | Communities can make - or break - strategies to curb HIV

Communities have a critical role to play in ensuring that prevention interventions move from the realm of proven efficacy to real-world effectiveness.

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Health24.com | These are the 6 full-body home exercises the Springbok women’s vice captain swears by

The aim is to sweat.

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Health24.com | 11 signs of an emotionally unavailable partner – and what to do about it

Other than round them up into their own little playpen.

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Health24.com | How to enjoy cheese without the guilt

There's a lot of saturated fat and calories in cheese. But most people don't have to avoid it completely – it's just a question of being more judicious in your selections.

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Health24.com | Try this dynamic warm-up to kick-start your workout

Get your blood flowing with these dynamic warm-up moves.

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Health24.com | FEATURE DOCUMENTARY: Prescribing death

Oxycontin. Codeine. Fentanyl. All prescription drugs to which countless patients have become addicted. How did it happen?

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Health24.com | This is THE core workout this trainer recommends for abs of steel

Tighten and engage the core with these moves.

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Health24.com | 10 healthy low-carb nuts you can eat on the keto diet, according to nutritionists

Now's your chance to eat as many macadamia nuts as you want!

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Health24.com | ARVs on campus at CPUT: Is it working?

A new HIV programme was launched at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology earlier this year. We went to see how well the programme is working.

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Health24.com | Stressed Out? Maybe not if you're a narcissist

Narcissism may confer a degree of mental toughness that can be empowering and protective in the face of criticism and self-doubt.

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Health24.com | The revival of wheelchair basketball in Botshabelo

Thabo Ntsoeu has never been able to walk, but this hasn't stopped him from being a sportsman. He's committed to reviving a wheelchair basketball team in Botshabelo.

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Health24.com | OPINION: Civil society and science play key role in battle against HIV

Prof Mark Cotton from the University of Stellenbosch is optimistic that we will continue to make gains in combatting HIV.

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Health24.com | THE REAL POLLEN COUNT: No cities in the high range, relief countrywide

Pretoria dropped off into the moderate range as counts stayed between very low and moderate countrywide.

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Health24.com | A letter to my HIV: 'Because of you...'

It changed the way she saw herself at times, it reaffirmed her purpose in life ... then she wrote her HIV a letter.

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Health24.com | 8 reasons you should do squats every day, according to personal trainers

This move packs a lot of perks.

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Health24.com | Can you beat the blues with 'downward dog'?

According to a psychiatrist and yoga instructor, yoga can be an attractive option to people with depression who wish to boost their efforts to combat symptoms.

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Health24.com | South Africa needs to get more young people with HIV on treatment

Many adolescents who tested for HIV and had a blood test to measure the stage of HIV disease don’t start antiretroviral therapy.

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Health24.com | This weighted abs workout will sculpt your stomach like no other

All you need is one dumbbell.

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Health24.com | 4 in 5 adolescents worldwide don't exercise enough

Researchers found that globally more than three quarters of boys and girls did not meet World Health Organization recommendations for an hour of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every day.

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Health24.com | Why grandma isn't so lonely after all

Research shows that older adults' smaller networks of friends don't undermine social satisfaction and well-being.

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Health24.com | South Africa’s new HIV treatment projected to roll out in January

A blockbuster new pill is set to revolutionise HIV scene and make it easier for people to stay on treatment and reduce the chances of resistance.

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Health24.com | The 8 common exercise mistakes you could be making

Prevent injuries by correcting your form.

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Family Told to Let Their Baby Die Instead of Raising Money For His Rare Disease

Health24.com | What is hypertrophy? A trainer explains the science behind building muscles

Get pumped!

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Health24.com | Smallest tots spending too much time on screens

Screen time occupies about an hour a day of an infant's time and increases to more than 150 minutes by age three.

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Health24.com | 4 in 5 adolescents worldwide don't exercise enough

Researchers found that globally more than three quarters of boys and girls did not meet World Health Organization recommendations for an hour of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every day.

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Health24.com | Regular fasting could lead to a longer, healthier life

Recent studies have shown that regular fasting contributes to reductions in blood pressure, 'bad' LDL cholesterol and insulin resistance.

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Health24.com | Heart attack or not? Apple Watch might give the answer

But you'll need help - or be able to interpret an electrocardiogram.

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Health24.com | The 7 types of vegetarian diets from lacto-ovo to vegan, explained by a nutritionist

Yes, seven.

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Health24.com | What you need to know about SA’s new HIV drug

The new medicine will be part of a three-in-one pill, but it might not be for everyone.

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Health24.com | #NHIPublicHearings: KwaZulu-Natal has polarised views on the Bill

While many showed fervent support for the proposed legislation, the parliamentary committee had to deal with scepticism over the funding of the National Health Insurance (NHI).

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Health24.com | What do the longest-living people have in common?

The average life expectancy in the US is 78 years. However, in many countries around the world, life expectancy is over 100 years.

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Health24.com | Why grandma isn't so lonely after all

Research shows that older adults' smaller networks of friends don't undermine social satisfaction and well-being.

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Health24.com | SA’s first children’s book on ADHD is 'impressing teens and adults alike'

We chatted to co-author and psychiatrist Professor Renata Schoeman about her recently launched book, 'All Of These Things Are Important To Me'.

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Health24.com | Why maintaining muscle in middle age might help men's hearts later

In a study, participants with the most muscle had the lowest rates of risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.

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Health24.com | How a short period of inactivity can damage your health

Research shows that we're not getting enough physical activity, and if we are getting some exercise in and stopping for even a couple weeks, it could be more harmful than what we realise.

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Health24.com | Don’t like veggies? It could be how your genes make certain things taste

Why are broccoli, brussels sprouts and cabbage out of the question for some people?

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Health24.com | Skin conditions are a challenge, more so in summer

Even though it's only spring, it's already quite hot in some parts of the country. For those with skin conditions, heat is not good news.

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Health24.com | How could anthrax possibly alleviate bladder cancer?

New research suggests that anthrax may be a promising method to kill cancer cells in the bladder.

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Health24.com | Three tips for getting your zzzzzz's

'When you are asleep, your brain catches up on tasks it can't do while you are navigating your day, such as cleaning out waste, saving new information, and filing away memories.'

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/three-tips-for-getting-your-zzzzzzs-20191125

Health24.com | Man dies after being licked by his dog

In a rare medical case, a man contracted a fatal infection from his dog’s saliva.

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Health24.com | Does having heart disease alter the bacteria in your spit?

In a new study, researchers wanted to see if bacteria in the mouth might also play a role in cardiovascular health.

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Health24.com | 5 ways to increase your productivity

Every now and then, we struggle with productivity, but there are ways to help get you back on track.

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Health24.com | New drug on the horizon for flu's ills?

A new antiviral drug appears to have one significant advantage over older drugs – it seems to block attempts by the flu virus to mutate and become drug-resistant.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Flu/News/new-drug-on-the-horizon-for-flus-ills-20191024

Health24.com | Taste test: Meat-free vs plant-based 'meat' burgers

Plant-based ‘meats’ are becoming ubiquitous in high-end, health-conscious menus and fast-food chains.

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Health24.com | A tasty and nutritious way to prepare fish

It's time to try cod. It's a high-protein, low-fat fish, and a good source of B12 and niacin.

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Health24.com | Another reason why a measles vaccination is important

Researchers have found that infants' immunity wanes much more rapidly than once thought.

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Health24.com | 5 health benefits of grapes

Grapes are rich in nutrients, and provide a decent portion of the required daily intake of vitamin C, and vitamin K.

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Health24.com | 5 ways to beat the Monday blues

Are you experiencing the tell-tale signs of the Monday Blues? Here's how to beat it.

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Health24.com | SA #45 out of 50 worldwide for cost of meds – with USA #1

Stats reveal the striking inequality in the cost of medicine in 50 countries around the world.

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Health24.com | 5 lifestyle changes to make ADHD medication work better

While treating ADHD with medication can be successful, there are some lifestyle changes that may also help.

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Health24.com | A tasty and nutritious way to prepare fish

It's time to try cod. It's a high-protein, low-fat fish, and a good source of B12 and niacin.

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Health24.com | Listening to Christmas music too early could affect your mental health

A psychologist says preemptive Christmas music could trigger anxiety.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/listening-to-christmas-music-too-early-could-affect-your-mental-health-20191123

Health24.com | Why extra virgin olive oil is the healthiest fat

It's part of the Mediterranean diet and is a dietary staple for some of the world's healthiest populations.

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Health24.com | How to stay in shape when you're busy

Maintaining a consistent training regime can be difficult.

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Health24.com | New drug on the horizon for flu's ills?

A new antiviral drug appears to have one significant advantage over older drugs – it seems to block attempts by the flu virus to mutate and become drug-resistant.

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Health24.com | Another reason why a measles vaccination is important

Researchers have found that infants' immunity wanes much more rapidly than once thought.

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Health24.com | Cancer patients hit the catwalk to raise awareness and inspire

These cancer patients wanted to send a positive message.

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Health24.com | Calls for safeguards as women beat med giants in pelvic mesh case

The ruling "recognises the years of suffering they've endured".

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Health24.com | The 5 best sources of plant-based protein

Always good to have options!

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Health24.com | Erectile dysfunction may up the odds for irregular heartbeat

A new study investigated the use of ED symptoms as a marker for predicting future atrial fibrillation (AFib).

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Health24.com | Even a little exercise may bring a brain boost

Researchers found that roughly 10 to 20 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity a day was associated with better brain function.

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Health24.com | Could omega-3 be a remedy for some kids with ADHD?

Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and low blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids might benefit from supplements, new research suggests.

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Health24.com | Doctors spot a new, severe lung illness tied to vaping

Vaping has health risks and the potential short and long-term effects of vaping remain unknown. Non-smokers, pregnant women and young people should stay away from e-cigarettes.

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Health24.com | Would you reconsider your usual order if calorie counts were added to menus?

A study found that calories displayed on fast-food restaurant menus had an influence on customers' food choices, but only for a limited period of time.

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Health24.com | Pollen update: Late tree pollen season surge continues in Pretoria

While pollen levels stayed relatively low countrywide again, the late tree pollen season surge continued in Pretoria.

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Health24.com | How to eat mindfully through the holidays – and all year round

Mindful eating can help you make better decisions about what, why and the amount to eat.

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Health24.com | Stereotypes about girls and maths don't add up, and the research proves it

Researchers have found that children's brains function similarly regardless of their gender.

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Health24.com | Run for your life. Literally.

Australian researchers came to the conclusion that any amount of running is better than none for extending one's life.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/run-for-your-life-literally-20191121-2

Health24.com | Study links menopausal night sweats to impaired thinking

According to a new study, more frequent night sweats were associated with longer sleep – and that the longer women slept, the more their attention and thinking skills decreased.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/News/study-links-menopausal-night-sweats-to-impaired-thinking-20190926

Health24.com | What’s the difference between low carb and Keto?

Keto and low-carb diets are often confused as the same thing. However, while the differences aren't many, they are significant.

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Health24.com | Can cinnamon help you lose weight?

Can this aromatic spice help you lose weight?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/can-cinnamon-help-you-lose-weight-20191121

Health24.com | Can more exercise improve thinking skills in cancer survivors?

A study found that compared to a control group, cancer survivors had poorer heart fitness and worse performance on tests of attention, memory and academic skills.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/can-more-exercise-improve-thinking-skills-in-cancer-survivors-20191022

Health24.com | Pumpkins are the new superfood

They are loaded with antioxidants and disease-fighting vitamins.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/pumpkins-are-the-new-superfood-20191119

Health24.com | What impact does getting less than 7 hours of sleep have on your body?

Recent studies show that a lack of sleep causes many significant changes that can negatively affect the body.

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Health24.com | Bringing up the rear: a workout for your glutes

Butt exercises can improve the mobility of your hips, help stabilise your core and ease lower back pain.

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Health24.com | A 73-year-old woman’s ‘velvety palms’ were actually a rare sign of lung cancer

It was only when a Brazilian woman visited a dermatology clinic nine months after the appearance of painful and itchy lesions on her hands, that a shocking diagnosis was made.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/a-73-year-old-womans-velvety-palms-were-actually-a-rare-sign-of-lung-cancer-20191120

Health24.com | Top 5 metabolism-boosting proteins

Speeding up your metabolism allows you to burn more calories and is a critical to losing weight.

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Health24.com | Why you should pay special attention to urinary tract infections in children

We tend to associate UTIs and bladder infections with adult women, but they affect young children and babies too… and there could be complications if left untreated.

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Health24.com | The essential upper arm shape-up

Want to get rid of those unsightly 'bingo wings'? Try the following exercises.

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Health24.com | 4 carbs you can eat without gaining weight

Natural, unrefined carbs should be what you're aiming for.

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Health24.com | Heart attack survivors have another thing to worry about - new research suggests they are more vulnerable to developing cancer

Researchers found that individuals who ended up developing heart disease had a significantly increased risk of future cancer,

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/heart-attack-survivors-have-another-thing-to-worry-about-new-research-suggests-they-are-more-vulnerable-to-developing-cancer-20191120

Health24.com | 5 nutrient-dense foods that fit your budget

The American Heart Association recently found that about 95% of grocery shoppers wanted to seek out healthy options

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/5-nutrient-dense-foods-that-fit-your-budget-20191119

Health24.com | How a fasting diet could benefit your heart health

A new study found that fasting was a strong predictor of survival and lower risk of heart failure even after lifestyle behaviours, medications, heart risk factors and other health problems were taken into account.

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Health24.com | Why physical therapy programmes are beneficial

Physical therapy programmes are customised to your needs with specific exercises designed to help you heal, return to the activities you love and keep you from re-aggravating your injury.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sports-injuries/News/why-physical-therapy-programmes-are-beneficial-20191119

Health24.com | Are some jobs better for women's hearts than others?

Several of the professions with high risk of poor cardiovascular health are health care providers, which is surprising.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/are-some-jobs-better-for-womens-hearts-than-others-20191119

Health24.com | What’s the point of work meetings anyway? According to research, they‘re actually a form of therapy

Work meetings are rarely efficient, and this could be because their true purpose isn’t really about getting things done... say Swedish researchers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-workplace/News/whats-the-point-of-work-meetings-anyway-according-to-research-theyre-actually-a-form-of-therapy-20191118

Health24.com | The 2-ingredient breakfasts doctors eat every day

These breakfasts are easy and nutritional.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/the-2-ingredient-breakfasts-doctors-eat-every-day-20191119

Health24.com | 'I never go to sleep on an empty stomach'

Each member of the Raphael Fresh Produce Project in the Free State takes home a daily packet of vegetables, and the money they earn helps to maintains their families.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/i-never-go-to-sleep-on-an-empty-stomach-20191119

Health24.com | Could psychotherapy work for you?

Psychotherapy can heal us from the trauma of our past, but for it to work depends entirely on the individual, says an expert.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/could-psychotherapy-work-for-you-20191119

Health24.com | What are best foods to fuel your brain?

Fish isn't the only food your brain needs.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/Brain/News/what-are-best-foods-to-fuel-your-brain-20191119-2

Health24.com | 'Hey, what is this?': Social media, not doctors, increasingly diagnosing STDs

According to a recent report, people who are worried that they might have a sexually transmitted disease are increasingly turning to social media to receive a diagnosis.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/hey-what-is-this-social-media-not-doctors-increasingly-diagnosing-stds-20191118-2

Health24.com | How high triglycerides caused a diet change – at age 10

A 10-year-old girl from Washington, DC, was forced to radically change her diet and lifestyle in order to bring down her dangerously high triglyceride levels.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Foods-diet-and-your-heart/how-high-triglycerides-caused-a-diet-change-at-age-10-20191118-2

Health24.com | How could your 'sense of purpose' affect your health?

A recent study found that people with a stronger life purpose were less likely to die of any cause, and even less likely to die of heart, circulatory and blood conditions.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stress/News/how-could-your-sense-of-purpose-affect-your-health-20191118-2

Health24.com | How to protect yourself against short- and long-term sun damage

The sun emits two types of ultraviolet radiation, and both do skin damage. UVA rays contribute to premature wrinkling and ageing. UVB damages surface skin cells and contributes to sunburn.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/Your-skin-and-the-sun/how-to-protect-yourself-against-short-and-long-term-sun-damage-20191118

Health24.com | Why antibiotics are not recommended for most toothaches

A new American Dental Association guideline concluded that antibiotics are not the best option for adults with a toothache.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Oral-health/News/why-antibiotics-are-not-recommended-for-most-toothaches-20191118

Health24.com | Here's how to handle the heat and enjoy spicy foods

Try these three tips.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/heres-how-to-handle-the-heat-and-enjoy-spicy-foods-20191112

Health24.com | How to shed belly weight fast

Are you ready to do what it takes?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/how-to-shed-belly-weight-fast-20191117

Health24.com | WATCH: Quitting dairy has these effects on your skin

No dairy, really?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/News/watch-quitting-dairy-has-these-effects-on-your-skin-20191117-2

Health24.com | Want extra years of life? Keep your blood pressure tightly controlled

A study has found that tighter blood pressure control prevents more heart attacks, strokes and deaths in people aged 50 and up, compared with standard treatment.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/want-extra-years-of-life-keep-your-blood-pressure-tightly-controlled-20191117-2

Health24.com | #NHIPublicHearings: Bill receives mixed feelings in Mopani District

The continuous inadequate delivery of health services is a cause of concern for many residents as polarising views on the NHI surface.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/nhipublichearings-bill-receives-mixed-feelings-in-mopani-district-20191117

Health24.com | Gender-based violence: How women are forced to adapt their lifestyles

With the rise in gender-based violence (GBV), everyday activities such as walking in the street, going to gym, or using public transport can be a challenging exercise for women.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/gender-based-violence-how-women-are-forced-to-adapt-their-lifestyles-20191108

Health24.com | 'Meatless Monday' can help change diets for good

In a study, the majority of people who took part in a 'Meatless Monday' campaign continued eating less meat after the campaign had ended.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/meatless-monday-can-help-change-diets-for-good-20191115

Health24.com | The healthiest condiment you've never heard of

Gremolata is full of flavour but has hardly any calories, and it's naturally fat- and salt-free.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/the-healthiest-condiment-youve-never-heard-of-20191108

Health24.com | WATCH: 5 science-backed hangover cures

Hair of the dog or a big, greasy breakfast?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Liver-Health/News/watch-5-science-backed-hangover-cures-20191117-2

Health24.com | WATCH: 6 ways to battle Sunday sadness

As Monday looms “anticipatory anxiety” sets in...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/watch-6-ways-to-battle-sunday-sadness-20191112

Health24.com | Scientists have worked for decades to develop a vaccine for herpes - now they've found a crucial clue in containing the virus

A protein in the female reproductive tract may be able to protect against the spread of the genital herpes virus.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/News/scientists-have-worked-for-decades-to-develop-a-vaccine-for-herpes-now-theyve-found-a-crucial-clue-in-containing-the-virus-20191116-2

Health24.com | Why are cardiac arrests more deadly on weekends?

People who suffer cardiac arrest between midday on a Saturday and midnight on a Sunday are less likely to survive to hospital admission than those who are stricken during the week.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/why-are-cardiac-arrests-more-deadly-on-weekends-20191113

Health24.com | #NHIPublicHearings: Vhembe residents weigh in on the bill

Limpopo residents raise burning issues as the National Health Insurance public hearings kick off in the province.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/nhipublichearings-vhembe-residents-weigh-in-on-the-bill-20191116

Health24.com | Windy, humid days could bring more pain

It may be possible to develop a pain forecast knowing the relationship between weather and pain. This would allow people who suffer from chronic pain to plan their activities accordingly.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Pain-Management/News/windy-humid-days-could-bring-more-pain-20191025

Health24.com | The on-again, off-again weight-loss diet

A study suggests that a two-week-on, two-week-off diet plan could help you shed unwanted weight and keep it off.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/the-on-again-off-again-weight-loss-diet-20191112

Health24.com | WATCH: 5 meat myths debunked by nutritionists

Not all meat is created equally.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-5-meat-myths-debunked-by-nutritionists-20191112

Health24.com | Mental health in the workplace: A third of South Africans resign from their jobs because of a bad boss

They say employees don’t leave bad jobs, but bad managers. In South Africa the situation is especially dire.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-workplace/News/mental-health-in-the-workplace-a-third-of-south-africans-resign-from-their-jobs-because-of-a-bad-boss-20191115-2

Health24.com | Climate change will hurt kids most, report warns

Scientists are urging that the health impact of climate change be at the top of the agenda at the upcoming UN Climate Conference in Madrid.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/Climate-and-temperature/climate-change-will-hurt-kids-most-report-warns-20191115

Health24.com | In the US, anti-vaxxers are finding ways around 'personal exemption' bans

A number of US states have tightened up their laws on vaccine exemptions, but some parents have found a loophole.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Childhood-diseases/Vaccinations/in-the-us-anti-vaxxers-are-finding-ways-around-personal-exemption-bans-20191115-2

Health24.com | Should weight-loss surgery for kids and teens be more of an option?

Evidence has shown that weight-loss surgery in children is safe and effective when performed in high-quality centres, with the paediatrician and family in a shared decision-making process..

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/should-weight-loss-surgery-for-kids-and-teens-be-more-of-an-option-20191115-2

Health24.com | SA’s alarming diabetes prevalence – we’re in the top 10 countries for growth in diabetes cases in the last few years

The last few years have seen an explosion of diabetes in South Africa. This dangerous trend is linked to a multitude of health issues – and complications can be deadly.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/sas-alarming-diabetes-prevalence-were-in-the-top-10-countries-for-growth-in-diabetes-cases-in-the-last-few-years-20191115-2

Health24.com | Pensioner’s backyard garden feeds his family

A pensioner in the North West created a vegetable garden 20 years ago. Since then, it has come a long way and now feeds his family.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/pensioners-backyard-garden-feeds-his-family-20191108

Health24.com | Those plants in your house are not boosting your home's air quality

Researchers have found that plants don't clean indoor air quickly enough to have an effect on the air quality of our home and office environments.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/News/those-plants-in-your-house-are-not-boosting-your-homes-air-quality-20191115

Health24.com | Your weekly pollen update: Late tree pollen season surge in Pretoria

While pollen levels stayed relatively low countrywide, Pretoria saw a late tree pollen season surge with an increase in high overall levels.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/your-weekly-pollen-update-late-tree-pollen-season-surge-in-pretoria-20191115

Health24.com | WATCH: 6 healthy breakfast ideas for diabetics

Start the day on the front foot.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/Diabetes-diet-and-obesity/watch-6-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-diabetics-20191115-2

Health24.com | WATCH: 4 reasons why you're struggling to lose weight

Here's what you may be doing wrong.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/watch-4-reasons-why-youre-struggling-to-lose-weight-20191112

Health24.com | What are ultra-processed foods and how could they fast track you to heart trouble?

A new study found that the greater the consumption of highly processed food, the greater the association with poor heart health outcomes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/Foods-diet-and-your-heart/what-are-ultra-processed-foods-and-how-could-they-fast-track-you-to-heart-trouble-20191114-2

Health24.com | No need for alarm over newly identified HIV strain

For the first time in nearly 20 years, researchers have confirmed the existence of a newly identified HIV subtype – with the help of modern technology.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/HIV-AIDS/News/no-need-for-alarm-over-newly-identified-hiv-strain-20191114-2

Health24.com | OPINION: Four easy ways to keep diabetes at bay

Professor Faadiel Essop from the University of Stellenbosch explains how to take the first steps towards protecting your family and yourself against diabetes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/About-diabetes/opinion-four-easy-ways-to-keep-diabetes-at-bay-20191111

Health24.com | High-tech pacifier might monitor baby's blood sugar

Tests show that a newly developed sugar-sensing dummy can measure changes in babies' saliva sugar levels that corresponded to changes in blood sugar levels.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/Type-1-diabetes/high-tech-pacifier-might-monitor-babys-blood-sugar-20191101

Health24.com | OPINION: World Diabetes Day - ‘Obesity is the main driver of South Africa’s type 2 diabetes epidemic'

In South Africa, diabetes is of particular concern. South Africa has the highest prevalence of overweight or obese citizens in Sub-Saharan Africa.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/About-diabetes/opinion-world-diabetes-day-obesity-is-the-main-driver-of-south-africas-type-2-diabetes-epidemic-20191114

Health24.com | WATCH: 6 health benefits of being vegan

Veganism is a type of diet that excludes the consumption of any ingredients derived from animals.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-6-health-benefits-of-being-vegan-20191114-2

Health24.com | OPINION: World Diabetes Day - There’s no winning without family

Every South African has been affected by diabetes - whether directly or indirectly. For those who have experienced or witnessed the complications of this deadly disease, it can be devastating and disruptive for families and communities, health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize* writes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/About-diabetes/opinion-world-diabetes-day-theres-no-winning-without-family-20191114

Health24.com | Drought in Eastern Cape crippling small-scale farmers

The water-scarce conditions in the Eastern Cape aren't only a threat to farmers, but are also compromising the country's food security.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/drought-in-eastern-cape-crippling-small-scale-farmers-20191114

Health24.com | WATCH: These 6 breakfast items have more sugar than a doughnut

Think carefully about your breakfast choices.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-these-6-breakfast-items-have-more-sugar-than-a-doughnut-20191112

Health24.com | Why can't I sleep? My mission to understand insomnia

Sleep doesn't always come easily to some, and for some it's severe enough to be classified as insomnia.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/Insomnia/why-cant-i-sleep-my-mission-to-understand-insomnia-20191113-2

Health24.com | How testosterone supplements could double men's odds for blood clots

The findings of a new study suggest that men think twice about asking for testosterone treatments to battle normal symptoms of ageing.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/how-testosterone-supplements-could-double-mens-odds-for-blood-clots-20191113-2

Health24.com | Urine and blood tests can reveal what you’ve been eating, new study finds

Tests can now measure dietary intake accurately, which has long been a challenge for dietitians, physicians and researchers who used to rely on people to record their food intake themselves.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/urine-and-blood-tests-can-reveal-what-youve-been-eating-new-study-finds-20191112

Health24.com | Give newborn to mom right away – after moving the electrodes

When newly delivered babies come into contact with electrodes on their mothers' skin after C-section surgery, it may cause false alarms.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Pregnancy/Birth/give-newborn-to-mom-right-away-after-moving-the-electrodes-20191109

Health24.com | Demon disease, worse than HIV: Soweto women's views on breast cancer

Black South African women are the least likely segment of the population to have breast cancer but the most likely to die from it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/demon-disease-worse-than-hiv-soweto-womens-views-on-breast-cancer-20191113-2

Health24.com | What happens to your body when you eat spicy food?

Why's that chilli got you running for a glass of milk?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-eat-spicy-food-20191113-2

Health24.com | WATCH: 7 best foods to lower cholesterol

Medication can help manage the condition, but why not start with your diet?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-7-best-foods-to-lower-cholesterol-20191112

Health24.com | WATCH: The truth about food addiction

Saying no can be tough.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-the-truth-about-food-addiction-20191112

Health24.com | How evening meals could harm the female heart

'Not only are our bodies not meant to digest at late hours, we are also less mobile at night; thus the calories we consume are not being expended as energy.'

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/how-evening-meals-could-harm-the-female-heart-20191112-2

Health24.com | Think vaping is healthier for your heart than smoking? Think again

People are making the assumption that if they switch from conventional cigarettes to 'vaping', their risk of heart disease will be substantially reduced.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/think-vaping-is-healthier-for-your-heart-than-smoking-think-again-20191112-2

Health24.com | WATCH: What are the golden rules of gut health?

Your gut has a great effect on all your bodily functions, so taking care of your gut health is more important than you might think.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/News/watch-what-are-the-golden-rules-of-gut-health-20191112-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Are students who are exposed to polluted air on exam day doomed to get lower grades?

As if there weren't enough obstacles.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Environmental-health/News/watch-are-students-who-are-exposed-to-polluted-air-on-exam-day-doomed-to-get-lower-grades-20191112-2

Health24.com | Could gene editing technology ever work as an effective treatment for cancer?

Doctors are trying to use CRISPR technology to fight cancer and, according to data, the first trial just suggested it could be safe.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/could-gene-editing-technology-ever-work-as-an-effective-treatment-for-cancer-20191107

Health24.com | Stunting in children a threat to SA's economic growth

Health issues in children can have far reaching consequences right through to adulthood, explains the World Bank.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/stunting-in-children-a-threat-to-sas-economic-growth-20191112

Health24.com | Is food addiction to blame for obesity? Not entirely, researchers found

While there is a link between obesity and addiction, it is a complex situation and the causes are not as simple as you might think, a new study finds.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/is-food-addiction-to-blame-for-obesity-not-entirely-researchers-found-20191112-2

Health24.com | Is bedtime the best time to take your blood pressure meds?

Spanish researchers found that people who took all their blood pressure meds at night had lower blood pressure around the clock compared to volunteers who took their medication in the morning.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Hypertension/News/is-bedtime-the-best-time-to-take-your-blood-pressure-meds-20191111-2

Health24.com | “Being overweight was all I’d ever known, until I committed to this challenge”

After the challenge, she never looked back.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/being-overweight-was-all-id-ever-known-until-i-committed-to-this-challenge-20191111-2

Health24.com | Fainting was a clue to 24-year-old's fatal heart condition

'Long QT syndrome' is a rare condition. It's marked by the lower chambers of the heart taking too long to contract and release.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/fainting-was-a-clue-to-24-year-olds-fatal-heart-condition-20191111-2

Health24.com | Medical marijuana for mental illness? Scientists say not enough evidence yet

It’s long been believed that medical marijuana has the ability to treat mental illness, but according to researchers who looked at four decades of studies on the topic, the evidence simply isn't compelling enough.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/medical-marijuana-for-mental-illness-scientists-say-not-enough-evidence-yet-20191111-2

Health24.com | What is smoker's face and is it a real thing?

Smoking not only affects our health, but can alter our looks as well.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/what-is-smokers-face-and-is-it-a-real-thing-20191111-2

Health24.com | WATCH: Why a regular bedtime Is crucial to your heart and metabolism

Consistency is key.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/watch-why-a-regular-bedtime-is-crucial-to-your-heart-and-metabolism-20191111

Health24.com | The good and the bad: Public psychiatric healthcare in SA

While some strides have been made in mental health awareness and care in South Africa, there is still a long way to go.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/the-good-and-the-bad-public-psychiatric-healthcare-in-sa-20191111-3

Health24.com | A long-acting birth control patch?

Researchers have developed a possible alternative to current long-acting contraceptives.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Contraception/Contraception-for-women/a-long-acting-birth-control-patch-20191111-2

Health24.com | Keep getting ingrown hairs in your vagina area? How to fix the prob, according to a gyno

Because they're annoying AF.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/News/keep-getting-ingrown-hairs-in-your-vagina-area-how-to-fix-the-prob-according-to-a-gyno-20191110-2

Health24.com | Don't get along with family? You might want to check your health

New research suggests that family strain was far and away the most significant factor associated with chronic conditions from headaches to strokes.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stroke/News/dont-get-along-with-family-you-might-want-to-check-your-health-20191110-2

Health24.com | WATCH: 4 snack foods and drinks originally meant to be medicinal

These were meant for something else entirely.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-4-snack-foods-and-drinks-originally-meant-to-be-medicinal-20191110-2

Health24.com | 5 legit health benefits of cayenne pepper, according to nutritionists

*Sprinkles cayenne over entire life*

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/5-legit-health-benefits-of-cayenne-pepper-according-to-nutritionists-20191110-2

Health24.com | ‘Tis the season for potential weight gain' – how to head off those holiday kilos

The best approach is preventive – being aware of extra calories, starting now.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/tis-the-season-for-potential-weight-gain-how-to-head-off-those-holiday-kilos-20191110-2

Health24.com | What is HIIT? Trainers answer FAQs about high intensity interval training

Here's everything you need to know before your first class.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/what-is-hiit-trainers-answer-faqs-about-high-intensity-interval-training-20191110-2

Health24.com | Does your insomnia spell trouble for your heart health?

A new study has shown that there is an association between insomnia and stroke, heart attack and other diseases.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/does-your-insomnia-spell-trouble-for-your-heart-health-20191109-2

Health24.com | Leading suspect in spate of vaping-linked illnesses identified

When vaped and inhaled, this oil can harm lung cells, one respiratory expert

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/leading-suspect-in-spate-of-vaping-linked-illnesses-identified-20191109

Health24.com | Refined carbs are super-bad for PCOS symptoms – so, what can you eat then?

Are burgers on the "banished" list or what?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Vaginal-health/News/refined-carbs-are-super-bad-for-pcos-symptoms-so-what-can-you-eat-then-20191109-2

Health24.com | Does a high-fibre diet lower diabetes patients' heart risks?

A high-fibre diet is important in cases of diabetes and hypertension to prevent future cardiovascular disease, according to new research.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/does-a-high-fibre-diet-lower-diabetes-patients-heart-risks-20191109-2

Health24.com | WATCH: 8 lunches that aren’t as healthy as you think

Choose wisely at lunch time...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-8-lunches-that-arent-as-healthy-as-you-think-20191109-2

Health24.com | Why hand-washing beats hand sanitisers

In hand-washing, it's the length of time you spend scrubbing and rinsing off appropriately that are important.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/News/why-hand-washing-beats-hand-sanitisers-20191109-2

Health24.com | Knowing the difference between "weight loss" and "fat loss" could change the way you eat

Because seriously, WHAT is going on with the scale?!

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/knowing-the-difference-between-weight-loss-and-fat-loss-could-change-the-way-you-eat-20191109-2

Health24.com | When your teen wants a tattoo

Many bad reactions to tattoos and body piercings stem from needle reuse, tools that haven't been properly sanitised and contaminated inks.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Skin/News/when-your-teen-wants-a-tattoo-20191108

Health24.com | These libido-boosting foods amp up blood flow where it counts *wink*

Pass the watermelon please.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Sex/Great-sex/these-libido-boosting-foods-amp-up-blood-flow-where-it-counts-wink-20191108-3

Health24.com | When your teen wants a tattoo

Many bad reactions to tattoos and body piercings stem from needle reuse, tools that haven't been properly sanitised and contaminated inks.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Workflow/Feeds/when-your-teen-wants-a-tattoo-20191108

Health24.com | Veteran who received penis transplant is doing well one year later

About 18 months after a penis transplant, an American soldier was able to urinate without problems, have normal sensation in the penis, and have near-normal erections and the ability to achieve orgasm.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Man/Your-body/veteran-who-received-penis-transplant-is-doing-well-one-year-later-20191108

Health24.com | Next-gen artificial pancreas boosts blood sugar control

People using the latest artificial pancreas were able to have good blood sugar control for almost an extra three hours each day compared to using just an insulin pump and a continuous glucose monitor.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/next-gen-artificial-pancreas-boosts-blood-sugar-control-20191017

Health24.com | Country's worst clinic will not be rebuilt, merely renovated

A community is dismayed that promises made by government to rebuild a clinic are not being fulfilled.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/countrys-worst-clinic-will-not-be-rebuilt-merely-renovated-20191108

Health24.com | The 'invisible' disease where your body is 'at war with itself'

It took five years for a diagnosis after many treatments and tests.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Arthritis/Lupus/the-invisible-disease-where-your-body-is-at-war-with-itself-20191108

Health24.com | WATCH: Kale VS spinach - which is healthier?

Which is the healthier of these two superfoods?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-kale-vs-spinach-which-is-healthier-20191107

Health24.com | Your weekly pollen update: Lows countrywide with major relief for Cape Town

The best week of spring so far for allergy sufferers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/your-weekly-pollen-update-lows-countrywide-with-major-relief-for-cape-town-20191108

Health24.com | Are antihistamines linked to delayed care for severe allergic reactions?

Anyone experiencing symptoms of anaphylaxis, which can constrict airways and circulation, should seek medical care immediately and use an epinephrine auto-injector.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/are-antihistamines-linked-to-delayed-care-for-severe-allergic-reactions-20191108-2

Health24.com | WATCH - Smoking vs vaping: Which one is worse?

Take a look at what we really know about the recent craze some say could help you quit smoking - and what’s behind the recent spate of vaping deaths abroad.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stop-smoking/News/watch-smoking-vs-vaping-which-one-is-worse-20191108

Health24.com | WATCH: 5 foods that flush fat

But you need to have a proper fitness plan and watch your calories too.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/watch-5-foods-that-flush-fat-20191108-2

Health24.com | How deep sleep could 'rinse' the day's toxins from brain

According to researchers, cerebral spinal fluid, or CSF, helps clear metabolic byproducts from the brain, so that they do not build up.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/how-deep-sleep-could-rinse-the-days-toxins-from-brain-20191107-2

Health24.com | How ADHD rates doubled among US adults over 10 years

There is increased public awareness of ADHD, and the condition is increasingly being diagnosed in the adult populations by doctors and medical service providers.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/ADHD/News/how-adhd-rates-doubled-among-us-adults-over-10-years-20191107-2

Health24.com | How can exercise help prevent depression – even for those at high risk?

Investigators found that higher levels of physical activity helped protect even those with the highest genetic risk for depression.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/how-can-exercise-help-prevent-depression-even-for-those-at-high-risk-20191107-2

Health24.com | Get to know your CBD: 6 things to bear in mind to avoid buying a toxic or illegal product

With the explosion of CBD products on the market, SAPS and SAHPRA warn that it’s important you assess the quality and legality of the product when buying. Here are some insights from experts in the field.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Meds-and-you/News/get-to-know-your-cbd-6-things-to-bear-in-mind-to-avoid-buying-a-toxic-or-illegal-product-20191107-2

Health24.com | Living skin with blood vessels can now be 3D-printed

Another significant development in 3D-printing might help those who need skin grafts.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Tests-and-procedures/living-skin-with-blood-vessels-can-now-be-3d-printed-20191106

Health24.com | Office workers beware! A glimpse into an unhealthy future

Workplace conditions need to change, and soon.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Healthy-workplace/News/office-workers-beware-a-glimpse-into-an-unhealthy-future-20191107

Health24.com | What are the top health conditions affecting millennials?

Times have changed, and the younger generation are no longer living like their parents and grandparents did. The question is, how does this affect their health?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/what-are-the-top-health-conditions-affecting-millennials-20191107-2

Health24.com | Better sleep = better college results?

According to a new study, it's not just how many hours one sleeps that counts, but also the quality of the sleep, including regular sleep times.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sleep/News/better-sleep-better-college-results-20191106-2

Health24.com | What the stages of breast cancer mean, including each one's estimated survival rate

What you need to know, from stage 0 to stage 4.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Cancer/News/what-the-stages-of-breast-cancer-mean-including-each-ones-estimated-survival-rate-20191101

Health24.com | Does too much screen time stunt toddlers' brains?

A new study recommends that parents who let their children watch screens should rather use the time to personally interact with them.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/Brain/News/does-too-much-screen-time-stunt-toddlers-brains-20191106-2

Health24.com | Is your teen glued to their smartphone? If so, they may be at risk for depression

A new study has revealed that younger people who are addicted to their smartphones may be at an increased risk for depression and loneliness.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/is-your-teen-glued-to-their-smartphone-if-so-they-may-be-at-risk-for-depression-20191030

Health24.com | An avocado a day keeps the heart doctor (and cholesterol) away

Forget the apples... new research states that an avocado a day is enough to help lower 'bad' cholesterol.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Heart/News/an-avocado-a-day-keeps-the-heart-doctor-and-cholesterol-away-20191105

Health24.com | Playing more than one sport helps teen athletes avoid injuries

A new study found that girls who focused on a single sport had a higher rate of hip and knee injuries and an increased risk of knee pain.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sports-injuries/News/playing-more-than-one-sport-helps-teen-athletes-avoid-injuries-20191106-2

Health24.com | Funds allegedly diverted from community projects to EVP programme

A newly launched programme that should have been benefitting health care staff in South Africa has been marred by allegations of corruption.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/Public-Health/funds-allegedly-diverted-from-community-projects-to-evp-programme-20191106

Health24.com | Early miscarriages: Study finds link to frequent dagga use in men

According to new research, miscarriages related to frequent male pot use tended to occur within eight weeks of conception.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/Fertility/News/early-miscarriages-study-finds-link-to-frequent-dagga-use-in-men-20191106-2

Health24.com | Meet Tilly Lockey, the girl who's making bionic arms insanely cool

Prosthetic limbs have come a long way from wooden legs and metal hands. For Tilly Lockey, her 3D-printed bionic arms with multiple hand grips are literally opening doors.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Tests-and-procedures/meet-tilly-lockey-the-girl-whos-making-bionic-arms-insanely-cool-20191104

Health24.com | How young is too young to leave kids home alone?

Most social workers agree that leaving a child six years or younger home alone for four or more hours should be regarded as neglect.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Parenting/News/how-young-is-too-young-to-leave-kids-home-alone-20191025

Health24.com | Ways to make exercise more enjoyable

A study found there are several factors which contribute to whether we enjoy exercise or completely loathe it.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/ways-to-make-exercise-more-enjoyable-20191105

Health24.com | Are you lonely? Your tweets offer important clues, experts say

Researchers found that lonely Twitter users tweeted more than others ant that their language showed more anger, depression and anxiety than that of other users.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/News/are-you-lonely-your-tweets-offer-important-clues-experts-say-20191105

Health24.com | Dementia: 8 things all families should know

When someone you love is diagnosed with dementia, it can leave you feeling helpless.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Dementia/Looking-after-your-loved-one/dementia-8-things-all-families-should-know-20191105

Health24.com | How many common meds could alter your gut microbiome

According to a new Dutch study, it is crucial to understand the effects of different medications on the bacteria in the gut, leading to an increased risk of antimicrobial resistance.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Digestive-health/News/how-many-common-meds-could-alter-your-gut-microbiome-20191105-2

Health24.com | Does your biological age determine your risk of dying?

Did you know that you actually have two different ages?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Ageing-well/News/does-your-biological-age-determine-your-risk-of-dying-20191105-2

Health24.com | "I feel like a brand new person after I lost 53 kilos"

For me, nutrition was key.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/i-feel-like-a-brand-new-person-after-i-lost-53-kilos-20191101

Health24.com | WATCH: How overtraining can lead to burning out

Are you finding yourself uninterested in anything that doesn't involve gym?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/watch-how-overtraining-can-lead-to-burning-out-20191104-2

Health24.com | When you eat may matter more than what you eat

In two groups of dieters who ate the same number of daily calories, the group that had their main meal at lunch lost almost 1.5kg more than the group that ate a big dinner.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/when-you-eat-may-matter-more-than-what-you-eat-20191104-2

Health24.com | Could tissue-sealing tape one day replace stitches?

A tape that was inspired by the sticky material spiders use to capture prey is proposing a fundamentally different approach to sealing human tissue after surgery.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/First-aid/News/could-tissue-sealing-tape-one-day-replace-stitches-20191101

Health24.com | With more young people having strokes, be alert to these warning signs

Being able to identify if someone is having a stroke can literally save that person’s life.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stroke/News/with-more-young-people-having-strokes-be-alert-to-these-warning-signs-20191101

Health24.com | How the after-effects of measles could be even more serious than previously thought

Simply a childhood illness? New research suggests that childhood measles could weaken our body's existing immune response to other diseases, leaving us vulnerable to infections.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Childhood-diseases/Measles/how-the-after-effects-of-measles-could-be-even-more-serious-than-previously-thought-20191104

Health24.com | The cougher’s survival guide

The essentials every cougher needs on hand

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/PartnerContent/the-coughers-survival-guide-20191011

Health24.com | The sun can indeed shine out of your backside – skin UV exposure reflects in your poop

Did you know that your exposure to UV rays can be reflected in your gut bacteria and have an effect on your health and immune system?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Sun/News/the-sun-can-indeed-shine-out-of-your-backside-skin-uv-exposure-reflects-in-your-poop-20191031

Health24.com | This rare condition turns your pee purple

What could possibly cause your pee to turn a vivid shade of purple?

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Incontinence/News/this-rare-condition-turns-your-pee-purple-20191031

Health24.com | WATCH: My life as an alcoholic

A young woman's account of how she became an alcoholic, and her journey from addiction to recovery.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Addiction/Alcohol/watch-my-life-as-an-alcoholic-20191101

Health24.com | 4 things your period could be trying to tell you right now

What it means when it's really heavy, really sore, really light... or just kinda weird.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Menstruation/4-things-your-period-could-be-trying-to-tell-you-right-now-20191101

Health24.com | Too little time to exercise? Survey suggests otherwise

The common excuse among many is that there isn't enough time to exercise, but it seems many have plenty of free time...

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Fitness/Exercise/too-little-time-to-exercise-survey-suggests-otherwise-20191030

Health24.com | The 10 healthiest (and least healthy) cooking oils, according to nutritionists

You had me fooled, canola oil.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Healthy-foods/the-10-healthiest-and-least-healthy-cooking-oils-according-to-nutritionists-20191101

Health24.com | WATCH: Cabin pressure – is the air toxic?

How healthy is the air you breathe in airplanes? We look into aerotoxic syndrome.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Travel-health/Air-travel/watch-cabin-pressure-is-the-air-toxic-20191103-2

Health24.com | Does exercise have an effect on prediabetes?

The steps that can have the most benefit in preventing diabetes are losing weight and improving your diet.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/does-exercise-have-an-effect-on-prediabetes-20191103-2

Health24.com | Sleep apnoea linked to diabetic eye disease

Researchers found that patients with diabetic macular oedema had a much higher rate of severe sleep apnoea than those without the eye condition.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Diabetes/News/sleep-apnoea-linked-to-diabetic-eye-disease-20191102-2

Health24.com | What works best to treat depression?

The findings of a new study support guidelines saying that antidepressants and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) are both 'reasonable' choices as an initial therapy.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Depression/Living-with-depression/what-works-best-to-treat-depression-20191029

Health24.com | Ban on sale of sugary drinks trims employees' waistlines

The University of California, San Francisco, is one of a growing number of employers that have stopped selling sugar-laden beverages, with positive results.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/ban-on-sale-of-sugary-drinks-trims-employees-waistlines-20191102-2

Health24.com | Metabolic testing is all the rage – but can it actually help with weight loss?

Yes, if you know how to interpret the results.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Weight-loss/metabolic-testing-is-all-the-rage-but-can-it-actually-help-with-weight-loss-20191101

Health24.com | Should you refrigerate your peanut butter? Here's what nutritionists say

Because I'm getting mixed messages.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/Food-safety/should-you-refrigerate-your-peanut-butter-heres-what-nutritionists-say-20191101

Health24.com | 8 physical signs that stress is seriously hurting your body

Seventy-five to 90 percent of all doctor’s visits are for stress-related ailments and complaints.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Stress/News/8-physical-signs-that-stress-is-seriously-hurting-your-body-20191101

Health24.com | How a germ transplant could help women with tough-to-treat vaginal infections

A 'vaginal microbiome transplant' may be able to put recurrent vaginal infections into remission in many women suffering from the condition.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Vaginal-health/News/how-a-germ-transplant-could-help-women-with-tough-to-treat-vaginal-infections-20191101-2

Health24.com | Fast-food outlet in neighbourhood could mean heavier kids

A study indicates that living very close to food outlets with a lot of unhealthy, junk food choices is likely not good for reducing the risk of children being overweight and/or obese.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Diet-and-nutrition/News/fast-food-outlet-in-neighbourhood-could-mean-heavier-kids-20191101-2

Health24.com | Are you an emotional eater?

If you overeat when stressed; keep eating even after you feel full; and reach for food when you're tired, angry or sad, your eating habits may be related to more than true hunger.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Mental-Health/News/are-you-an-emotional-eater-20191029-3

Health24.com | A man had a parcel filled with dagga stuck up his nose for 18 years

When drug mules conceal their loot, they usually do a good job. One man outdid himself by concealing a dagga 'parcel' inside his nose for 18 years.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Sinusitis/News/a-man-had-a-parcel-filled-with-dagga-stuck-up-his-nose-for-18-years-20191031

Health24.com | Would you trust a robot to operate on you?

Robotics is the way of the future, says Dr Kabo Ijane, Africa’s first black robotic surgeon.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/News/would-you-trust-a-robot-to-operate-on-you-20191101-2

Health24.com | Your weekly pollen update: Relief for allergy sufferers in Cape Town

Unseasonally low temperatures and torrential rains saw overall pollen levels decrease sharply in Cape Town - while Durban levels continue to be low. Here's your latest pollen count update.

from Health24 News https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/News/your-weekly-pollen-update-relief-for-allergy-sufferers-in-cape-town-20191101