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More than 100 guests gathered at East London Golf Club on Saturday for the launch of 'Beyond The Glow: A Clinical Guide to Loving the Skin You Live In'. From left are Dr Nondumiso Ngxola, Dr Silindile Sibisi, MC Hlumela Qabo, Dr Andiswa Skenjana, Dr Mamelo Ntsele and Dr Viwe Nogaga.
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Expert advice on how to get your glow on while caring for your skin

Dermatologist Dr Andiswa Skenjana launches her debut skincare guide, 'Beyond The Glow', offering science-backed advice tailored for all skin types, including melanin-rich skin.

Dr Shiksha Gallow and husband Wayne of Gonubie celebrate her third and toughest doctorate.

EC’s medical cannabis prostate cancer research knocks on global doors

Pioneering South African researcher Dr Shiksha Gallow's study reveals that combining medicinal cannabis with chemotherapy led to a 63% rate of remission or tumor reduction in advanced prostate cancer patients.

Ben Shelton of the United States.

Defending champ Shelton finding tournament sweet spot in Montreal

Ben Shelton doesn’t want to miss his chances on court as he begins his defence of the ATP Montreal Masters title, aiming to arrive in full flow at the US Open.

Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta reacts during the ICC Women's World Cup semi-final against England

Sinalo Jafta speaks about addiction recovery after CSA award

Proteas women’s cricketer Sinalo Jafta received the Makhaya Ntini Power of Cricket Award at the CSA Awards, recognising her resilience and journey through addiction recovery.

Mangaliso Kani

Momentum picks up with motivational individual feats

In the wake of the Comrades Marathon a natural lull in the running calendar follows albeit for a fairly short period.

The most common fakes tend to be the most popular medicines: painkillers, antibiotics to treat infection, antimalarials, antiretrovirals, sexual stimulants and weight loss medications.

Fake medicines: how regulators are trying to fix the problem in SA

Diabetic patient says she knew the medication she bought was unregulated and potentially inferior or even dangerous

Constitutional Court scraps health minister’s power to control where doctors work.

NHI power to decide doctors’ workplaces ruled unconstitutional

Apex court scraps certificate of need to prevent lasting damage to health system

Dignity SA chair Willem Landman.

DignitySA launches legal challenge to end ban on assisted dying

The non-profit group argues the current legislation is at odds with the constitution