Yale researchers unravel genetics of dyslexia and language impairment

[Karen N. Peart] A new study of the genetic origins of dyslexia and other learning disabilities could allow for earlier diagnoses and more successful interventions, according to researchers at Yale School of Medicine. Many students now are not diagnosed until high school, at which point treatments are less effective. 13 Jun 2013 14:43

Indoor tanning drives increase in skin cancer - study, Part 3

In parts 1 and 2 of this series, we looked at link between tanning beds and the rise in cases of nonmelanoma skin cancer, as the use of indoor tanning grows in popularity. With several US states having placed age-related restrictions on indoor tanning, opposition is developing. 18 Jun 2013 11:29

Indoor tanning drives increase in skin cancer - study, Part 2

In part 1 of this series, we discussed the rising association between tanning beds and nonmelanoma skin cancer. Tanning beds started arriving in the United States in the late 1970s. Since the 1980s, indoor tanning has become increasingly popular and is now estimated to be a $5 billion business that serves about 30 million people in the United States each year, most of whom are young, Caucasian women. 14 Jun 2013 11:25

Complex vascular surgery performed at Rustenberg hospital

After an intricate vascular medical procedure performed at the Netcare Ferncrest Hospital in Rustenburg last week, 68-year-old Johannes Kloppers now has a functioning heart. Kloppers had three aneurisms along his aorta, needing extensive surgery but this was not a safe option, given his weakened condition. 18 Jun 2013 11:04

African Food Security Urban Network Development workshop

The African Food Security Urban Network (AFSUN) will hold a development workshop, facilitated by Reos Partners, on 3-4 July 2013 at Campbell House in Johannesburg. 18 Jun 2013 10:59

Bizcommunity.com

Create/update your MyBiz Profile on Bizcommunity and win!

[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Create or update your MyBiz Profile on Bizcommunity.com before 30 June 2013 and stand a chance to WIN an awesome GoPro camera and accessories worth over R6000! 18 Jun 2013 12:09

Ambulances just for pregnant women

[Romaana Naidoo] The North West province has stepped in to curb maternal and infant mortality, and ensure that pregnant women safely deliver their babies at health care facilities, thanks to the establishment of maternity waiting homes and a new fleet of 10 dedicated obstetric ambulances. 18 Jun 2013 07:07

Fast-acting virus targets melanoma in mice

[Bill Hathaway] Yale researchers eradicated most melanoma tumors by exposing them to a fast-acting virus, they report in the 15 June 2013 edition of the Journal of Virology. 14 Jun 2013 16:06

MMI to focus on growth after merger

[Amanda Visser] The Metropolitan and Momentum merger has been bedded down and the group can now turn its attention to growth‚ with a huge focus on new business volumes‚ said MMI Holdings chief executive Nicolaas Kruger on Thursday (13 June). 14 Jun 2013 08:37

[Cannes Lions 2013] Cannes Lions introduces Lions Health

CANNES, FRANCE: The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is set to launch Lions Health next year, a new two-day independent festival and awards celebrating creative communications in healthcare, wellness and sustainability. 13 Jun 2013 16:13

People with mental disorders untreated

[Tamar Kahn] About three-quarters of the people in SA who suffer from a mental disorder are not getting the care they need, the Department of Health told Parliament on Wednesday (11 June). 13 Jun 2013 09:59

Indoor tanning drives increase in skin cancer - study, Part 1

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of cancer. While unlikely to metastasize and therefore associated with low mortality, it can be disfiguring and costly to treat. Typically, it has been seen on the heads of elderly outdoor enthusiasts: think dockworkers, golfers or Sun Belt retirees with blotchy, scabbed facial skin. 12 Jun 2013 16:38

The Brand Union

There's no end to caring with HospiceWits and The Brand Union

[Issued by The Brand Union] HospiceWits is a NPO that provides world-class palliative care and support to the residents of greater Johannesburg and Soweto. They exist with the help of over 150 full-time staff including doctors, nurses, social workers, psychologists and spiritual counselors. One of the ways they collect funds is through their 11 stores around Johannesburg and Soweto. As much as they provide help to those in need, the HospiceWits brand also needed some love and attention in order to make them a more visible and recognisable organisation. 12 Jun 2013 11:08