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Dolutegravir: Why new does not automatically mean better
As has been previously reported, the new and exciting anti-retroviral, dolutegravir, is soon to become widely available in South Africa. Whilst its very real...
‘Hostile’ rules on NHS treatment of immigrants endangering lives
A 38-year-old man is dying from heart failure after being denied treatment under UK immigration rules, prompting renewed criticism of the Home Office’s 'hostile...
Psychological distress a factor for future dementia risk
A new study suggests that vital exhaustion – which can be perceived as an indicator of psychological distress – is a risk factor for...
Misconceptions over penicillin allergy deprive patients of best treatment
Most patients who report having a penicillin allergy are not really allergic to this highly effective antibiotic, and they may be missing out on...
Second women confirmed pregnant with genetically edited baby
A second woman became pregnant during the experiment to create the world’s first genetically edited babies, Chinese authorities have confirmed, as the researcher behind...
Canada's new food guide leaves out a daily dose of dairy
Canada has released a new food guide, and, reports BBC News, one thing is noticeably missing – a daily dose of dairy. The report...
'Golden hellos' reduce under-doctoring in poorer areas
Record numbers of UK GPs are working in some of England’s most deprived communities after being given £20,000 “golden hellos” to tackle the under-doctoring...
Patients with pigeon-dropping fungal infection die in Scotland
Two patients have died after contracting a fungal infection caused by pigeon droppings at Scotland's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. According to a BBC News report,...
Minister urges co-operation in fight against illegal initiation schools
South African Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Zweli Mkhize has urged parents, traditional leaders and the medical fraternity to work together...
Scramble to fund nursing and medical intern posts
Following reports last week that some provinces did not have the budget for nursing and medical intern posts to accommodate many who had undergone...