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Breast cancer screening in South Africa: Balancing early detection with appropriate care

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Young UP researchers develop citrus-based supplement to fight diabetes and obesity

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30 Jun 2026

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Growthpoint Healthcare Property Holdings expands Busamed Gateway Private Hospital

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LeadUP Podcast launches Season 6 with business growth insights from UP alumnus Christopher Williams

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24 Jul 2026

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Discovery-backed research seeks to end SA’s maternal mortality rate

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21 Jul 2026

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21 Jul 2026

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Novo Nordisk enters the chat with launch of cheaper Ozempic copy

20 Jul 2026

Glasgow University awards honorary doctorate to SAMRC chief

20 Jul 2026

Men’s wellness spending reshapes grooming into a high-growth market

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Dis-Chem redefines workplace wellness with first on-site employee clinic

16 Jul 2026

iDexis appeals High Court’s ruling on Novo Nordisk weight-loss drugs

Nqobile Dludla 15 Jul 2026

Nuclear medicine specialist receives R3m grant to turn tide against breast cancer

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After Novo Nordisk legal action, Pretoria pharmacy’s Ozempic copies recalled

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