2012 Topical Issues
SA scientists lead the way in Aids research
South African scientists are leading in many areas of Aids research and many of these advances have led to significant improvements and achievements in HIV prevention and treatment programmes. The government has demonstrated what a [...]
New Aids study
Study discovers a unique feature of HIV that enables infected people to make antibodies able to kill a wide range of human immunodeficiency viruses An AIDS study published today in the journal, Nature Medicine, describes how [...]
Breast cancer – let’s prevent together!
During October, countries around the globe will celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with 31 days spotlighting prevention, education, and finding a cure. Breast cancer is currently the top cancer in women worldwide, both in the [...]
World mental health day
Mental Health refers to a broad array of activities directly or indirectly related to the mental well-being component included in the WHO’s definition of health: “A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and [...]
Pathaut report – 2011 available for download
The Occupational Diseases in Mines and Works Act, 1973 (Act 78 of 1973) requires that the cardio-respiratory organs of a deceased person who has worked at a controlled mine or a controlled works be examined [...]