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Eight ways to make HIV stories meaningful
HIV is a mirror that reflects how we think about society. It exposes our prejudices. Find out how to tell interesting stories about it.
Analysis: Tempers flare at Dr Death hearing
A move to ban Wouter Basson from medicine has been met with a tongue-lashing from his lawyer.
Should the government tell you how to discipline your children?
New research reveals complex relationships between harsh parenting and violence later in life for children.
[ICYMI] President Cyril Ramaphosa extends coronavirus lockdown until end of April
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#AIDS2016: Countdown to the International Aids Conference in Durban begins
The conference is set to be a historic moment in the HIV response and we'll be bringing you the latest from Durban.
Sex work’s new tools of the trade
Peer educators spread the word about HIV prevention one little blue pill at a time.
The facts beat the quacks: Our #COVID19SA vs. our #HIV response
Reporting on Covid-19 and HIV in South Africa is like day and night, Mia Malan, who has reported on both epidemics, writes.
Rape and (in)justice: 340 guilty verdicts from 3952 cases
A new study shows the dreadful reality of how the criminal justice system is failing victims of this 'priority crime' in SA.
Depression during pregnancy may leave kids with a legacy of developmental problems
Mothers battling depression may need help forming the early crucial bonds that will affect children's relationships throughout their lives.
No shoes allowed: Why it’s best to go bare indoors
About a third of the dust in your home is carried in on the soles of people’s shoes, and some of it can be bad for people, such as microplastics or poisonous substances like lead. The solution is pretty simple and the science is clear-cut. Leave your shoes outside.
The science of sequencing: How Africa is preparing for future pandemics
Africa is building up a genomic surveillance network of 12 regional hubs that will help the continent to prepare for future pandemics.
Can you still spread the coronavirus after getting a vaccine? Find out
What’s the likelihood of vaccinated people passing on SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19? A growing body of evidence shows that COVID-19 jabs can substantially reduce the chance of transmitting the virus to others. Find out why.
Taken by storm: Why climate change will make transactional sex more common
Researchers say transactional sex will become more common because of a rise in climate change-related droughts and floods. Droughts and floods cause financial hardship, and therefore increase the market for sex in exchange for rewards.
The testing ground: Could an experimental vaccine save the DRC from Ebola?
The virus’ resurgence, this time in a city of more than one-million people could set the scene for a fast-spreading disaster.
SA’s children poor and malnourished
A new report shows that almost two-thirds of South Africa's preschoolers are not getting the health and nutrition they need.
Effective treatment for the queen of brain-pains remains a headache
Migraine hits one in 10 people, resulting not only in pain but costs the world economy billions.