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Medical research

EXPLAINER: How an old TB vaccine might help fight the new coronavirus

Researchers in Australia and Europe are testing whether the Bacille Calmette-Guerin vaccine, introduced in the 1920s to fight tuberculosis, might be deployed to...

[OPINION] Africa needs a fresh approach to ‘lifestyle’ diseases research

So-called lifestyle diseases have been rising in Africa, adding to the burden of disease in poor countries.

1562 days ago
OPINION: The cost of skin cancer: SA spending more than it should

In South Africa, skin cancer makes up 30% of cancer cases.

1744 days ago
Advising people on heart risk genes helps cut cholesterol

A new study offers a first glimpse of how doctors might use genetic information in clinical practice.

1903 days ago
The silent tutor: How your body can help science

Ever thought about donating your body for science? EWN takes you through the process at UCT's faculty for health sciences.

1932 days ago