Alcohol in movies linked to child boozing

PARIS, FRANCE: Stars who knock back whisky, wine or beer in a movie are an invisible but potent force in prompting youngsters to experiment with alcohol or binge-drink, a large US study published on Tuesday, 21 February, suggests. 22 Feb 2012 17:06

SAMA welcomes GP health, social dept split

The South African Medical Association (SAMA) has welcomed the decision by Gauteng Premier Nomvula Mokonyane to split the provincial Health Department from the Social Development Department. 22 Feb 2012 16:22

Budget Speech: Investment vital in IT

With the annual Budget speech due today, predictions are rife and economists wait with bated breath to analyse and discuss the implications it will likely have for the South African economy and of course, for businesses across industries in 2012. 22 Feb 2012 07:10

Drug combination domino effect destroys pancreatic cancer cells

Cancer Research UK scientists have revealed how a combination of two very different drugs - currently being tested in clinical trials - amplifies the destruction of pancreatic cancer cells, according to research published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine, yesterday, 20 February. 21 Feb 2012 14:59

Oncolytic virus extends survival in medulloblastoma model

OHIO, USA: A strain of measles virus engineered to kill cancer cells prolongs survival in a model of medulloblastoma that is disseminated in the fluid around the brain, according to a new study by researchers at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute and the Mayo Clinic. 21 Feb 2012 14:38

iPads show the way forward for medical imaging

Tablet computers such as the iPad are becoming more and more popular, but new research from the University of Sydney means they could soon be used in hospitals as a tool for doctors to view medical imaging. 21 Feb 2012 14:12

Omega-3 linked with reduced risk for smallest babies

Omega-3 fatty acids may have a role in preventing heart attack or strokes in adults who were small at birth, according to University of Sydney researchers. 21 Feb 2012 14:01

COHSASA

New foundation aims to improve health care delivery in developing countries

Three organisations from three different continents have taken the next step in their commitment and dedication to improve the safety and quality of health care provided in resource-restricted countries. 20 Feb 2012 13:19