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The campaign features Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana defender Grant Kekana and Bafana Bafana goalie Reyaad Pieterse (pictured), as well as Sharks and Springbok rugby front-rower Trevor Nyakane, speaking candidly about why they value healthy living on and off the field. Image supplied.

Springbok, Bafana Bafana stars tackle obesity in new Novo Nordisk campaign

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By Hoani Smith, Dion Enari, and Phil Borell 14 Aug 2026

France's Kylian Mbappé celebrates scoring their first goal in the round-of-16 Fifa World Cup match between Paraguay and France. Image credit: Reuters/Kyle Ross

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By Eric Zillmer 10 Jul 2026

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Breaking barriers to malaria elimination: UP expert to explore research behind new health innovations

University of Pretoria Breaking barriers to malaria elimination: UP expert to explore research behind new health innovations

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Medihelp Medihelp puts return on health at the centre of its 2027 offering

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5 Oct 2026

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30 Sep 2026

Medshield 2027: Building on momentum, delivering greater value

Medshield Medshield 2027: Building on momentum, delivering greater value

29 Sep 2026

The race for relief: Competition within South Africa’s cough, cold and flu market

Insight Survey The race for relief: Competition within South Africa’s cough, cold and flu market

25 Sep 2026

More than medical aid: Why your health and financial future belong in the same conversation

Fedhealth More than medical aid: Why your health and financial future belong in the same conversation

21 Sep 2026

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Weight-loss drug crackdown will have ripple effect on SA’s longevity market

24 Jun 2026

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How MetaLab is transforming protein from gym essential to pantry staple

Maroefah Smith 8 Apr 2026

Kim Kardashian’s new caffeine‑free energy drink relies on paraxanthine – here’s what the science says

Kim Kardashian’s new caffeine‑free energy drink relies on paraxanthine – here’s what the science says

Colin Davidson 18 Mar 2026

#BizTrends2026: The 5 major trends influencing the future of wellness

#BizTrends2026: The 5 major trends influencing the future of wellness

Maroefah Smith 2 Mar 2026

Virgin Active and Hyrox collab ushers in a new era for SA's fitness and wellness industry

Virgin Active and Hyrox collab ushers in a new era for SA's fitness and wellness industry

2 Feb 2026

KLA survey finds SA's paradoxical approach to health and wellness

KLA survey finds SA's paradoxical approach to health and wellness

29 Jan 2026

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CT Junior Mayor, Takealot donate fitness equipment to Groote Schuur’s obesity clinic

20 Jan 2026

#BestofBiz 2025: Healthcare

#BestofBiz 2025: Healthcare

17 Dec 2025

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Eat, breathe, sleep: Dr Steven Olmos on the significance of sleep

Maroefah Smith 18 Nov 2025

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Vitality Sleep Rewards: Discovery brings Ōura Ring 4 to South Africa

10 Oct 2025

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#ThrivebyWHX: How attitude and physiology play a key role in longevity

Maroefah Smith 3 Sep 2025

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Strong is the new standard: Why women need to rethink wellness and start lifting heavier

Karen Loader 6 Aug 2025

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Pro or gym bro: Why you need sports medicine

30 Jul 2025

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Why sleep is crucial to unlocking athletic performance

24 Jul 2025

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Hyrox Cape Town 2025 breaks records with 2-day event

24 Jul 2025

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Empowerment through exercise: Ugandan women fight obesity

21 Jul 2025

Discovery Vitality named Hyrox SA wellness partner

Discovery Vitality named Hyrox SA wellness partner

15 Jul 2025

Irma Human, the head of athletics at F45 South Africa. Image supplied.

F45's Irma Human on functional fitness, Hyrox prep and run clubs

Maroefah Smith 14 Jul 2025

Image supplied. Diffusion tensor imaging shows corpus callosum fibre tracts in two adolescents: One with traumatic brain injury (TBI; G and H) and one with an orthopaedic injury (E and F). At 3 months post-injury (E, G), early degeneration and loss of fibre tracts are visible, especially in the TBI case. At 18 months (F, H), some recovery or reorganisation occurs, but persistent loss and thinning of tracts remain, particularly in the frontal regions, indicating lasting white matter damage after TBI.

The dangers of traumatic brain injuries in contact sport

Kathy Malherbe 17 Jun 2025

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Tributes pour in for Brad Bing, champion of youth sports in South Africa

26 May 2025

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The future of medicine and wellness unveiled at WHX Cape Town

21 May 2025

Adidas South Africa has appointed Kate Woods as general manager. Image supplied

Adidas SA appoints Kate Woods as general manager

19 Mar 2025

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Team SA commended for performance at 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games

19 Mar 2025

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Cape Town Cycle Tour's economic impact surpasses R500m annually: How local businesses benefit

6 Mar 2025

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Laureus World Sports Awards 2025 nominees revealed

4 Mar 2025

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Altitude Wealth sees global potential in BooYaa Golf

18 Feb 2025

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