It’s official: alcohol damages DNA
Ahead of the busy festive season, learn about the dangers of alcohol that will no doubt be tempting in the coming weeks
HEALTH
Health equity for her: South Africa’s G20 moment
Carrying the G20 baton this year, South Africa could redefine national health access for women
Understanding uterine fibroids
Millions of women worldwide are suffering with fibroids, some openly and some hidden from sight
The threat of non-communicable diseases
We need to act now to prevent millions of deaths as the 21st century’s deadliest killers remain prevalent
Evolution of robotic surgery
Over two and a half decades, robotic surgery in humans has led to tremendous advances in the management of complex surgical conditions
Is your gut the secret to long-term health and happiness?
Awareness around the importance of the gut is gaining momentum globally, and this is being fueled by a landmark scientific discovery
Fighting neglected tropical diseases: progress and paths forward
The fight against neglected tropical diseases grows fiercer. Despite challenges, the UN and partners can lead with innovative vaccines
An audacious task: lifting health higher and higher
‘Health is wealth,’ that well known adage, reminds us of the key nature of good health as essential to personal and success of the community
Nature’s pharmacy: how plants heal us from within
Plants facilitate healing by synthesizing chemical compounds similar to those present in our bodies, providing backup resources