The manufacturer of the antiobesity drug rimonobant, sold under the Acomplia brand, has informed the FDA that users of the medication suffer from a higher risk of suicidal thoughts. Sanofi-Aventis also told the FDA that it doesn't recommend the drug for people who suffer from depression. 6 Jul 2007
During June 2007 a total of 34,142 new passenger cars were sold in South Africa. Total new passenger car sales in June declined by 4.4% when compared to May 2007, and shows a 19.5% decrease when compared to June 2006. This brings the total number of new car sales for the period January to June 2007 to 6.8% below the level achieved during the same period in 2006. 5 Jul 2007
A recent monthly Instant Messaging Threat Watch by security firm Akonix tracked 20 malicious code attacks over IM networks during the month of May, bringing the 2007 total to 170 threats. The number of security threats associated with unmanaged instant messaging during work hours is steadily increasing. On average, at least one IM attack occurs per day. 5 Jul 2007
The proposed merging of Stanbic Bank and CFC in the East African country has generated a lot of interest, and raised a number of questions. 5 Jul 2007
Women in Sierra Leone stand to enjoy unprecedented rights under new laws making wife-beating a criminal offence, allowing women to inherit property, and protecting young women against forced marriage. 5 Jul 2007
Pigalle Sandton, located in the exclusive Michelangelo Towers linked to the Nelson Mandela Square, is reputed to be the epitome of class and sophistication, from its locale, to its décor, ambience, service and of course, its cuisine. 4 Jul 2007
NEWLANDS, CAPE TOWN: Alex Coupy, chef patron of Au Jardin Restaurant, has been offering three menus themed for the chilly winters, including a special dedication to vegetarian fare. 4 Jul 2007
The Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), based in Illovo, Johannesburg, is once again offering a full scholarship for its MBA programme starting in 2008. 4 Jul 2007
Change happens to us and around us all the time yet is still the one facet of life we find the most challenging to manage properly. “Work teams suffer tremendously when change is managed badly which in turn is reflected in poor business performance. There is a predictable sequence that happens when changes are put in place and if predictable then manageable,” advises speaker Richard Mulvey. 4 Jul 2007
Sahara Computers recently released the Sahara USB 2.0 Fingerprint Flash Drive, the latest addition to the company's expanding range of digital lifestyle and mobile solutions. Ensuring integrity of information and allowing for secure storage and access is a key selling point of the device. 4 Jul 2007
According to Loura DiDio, Yankee analyst and author of the 2007 Global Server Hardware and Server OS Survey, 23% of survey respondents intend to migrate away from Exchange Server and adopt an alternative Linux or Open Source e-mail and messaging distribution platform in the next 12 – 18 months. 4 Jul 2007
On Tuesday, British Airways reported that Angola has suspended its flight licence to operate in the African nation. 4 Jul 2007
A drug called "sorafenib" -- sold under the brand name Nexavar -- stops the growth of tumors in people with liver cancer, a particularly hard-to-treat disease, according to a recent study. 2 Jul 2007
Like thousands of petrol-heads around the world I've dreamt about attending the Goodwood Festival of Speed for most of my life – and I can now die a happy man because this year I managed to make it to the Mecca of motor sport history. 29 Jun 2007
The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) has warned practitioners against abusing the prescribed minimum benefits regime to extract the maximum payments from clients by charging its upper ethical tariffs for these services. 29 Jun 2007
Lymphoma is the second-fastest growing cancer in the world and the ninth leading cancer among South Africans 29 Jun 2007
The new PIASA Exco. Back row: Deon Vos, CE, Merck; Dhiren Mehta, CEO, Sekunjalo Health Care; Ralph Klingmann, CEO, Solvay Pharma; Ashley Pearce, CEO, Schering-Plough; Richard de Chastelain, Country Division Head: Southern Africa, Bayer Schering Pharma; and Kobus Venter, CEO, Janssen-Cilag. Front row: Dr Guni Goolab, CEO, Astra Zeneca; Jay Hooghuis, CEO, Wyeth SA; Karim El-Alaoui, General Manager: Pharma, GlaxoSmithKline South Africa; and Dr Jonathan Louw, CEO, Adcock Ingram.
PIASA elects new president and management council. 29 Jun 2007
Thebe Pharmaceuticals, local black-empowered healthcare group with its focus on the supply of cost effective pharmaceuticals, has tasked X/procure® to drive awareness of its probiotic product Reuteri, directly to pharmacists. 29 Jun 2007
Mount Nelson Lounge
Aspen Pharmacare launches two new important antiretroviral drugs: Viread and Truvada 29 Jun 2007
Swazi authorities have banned health workers from talking to the media in response to a spate of stories highlighting the impact of a critical drug shortage. 29 Jun 2007
