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Many dental assistants in private practices are paid very little and have to do menial tasks.

Replacement therapy for menopause symptoms is considered safe – if the breast cancer risk is addressed.

With almost 50% of homeless people suffering from mental illnesses, according to a study, we spoke to four people who live on Durban's streets.

Many women suffer from menstrual cramps extreme enough to confine them to bed, but treatment is available that can provide effective relief.

Personal beliefs sometimes collide with healthcare providers’ professional responsibilities.

Diabetic patients who aren't treated properly risk having the smallest cut lead to an amputated limb.

Dentists say the reduced rates paid out by medical schemes are putting them out of business.

Community workers are twiddling their thumbs while the state drags its heels on a new strategy, writes Mia Malan.

Some researchers say e-cigarettes are less toxic than tobacco, but they are certainly addictive.

In this 2014 interview, former Free State health MEC Benny Malakoane says that detractors are still alive is proof of the good work under his watch.

Mothers blame themselves and their children can never give up their antiretrovirals.

Cerebral palsy does not only affect one person, it alters the lives of the family as well.

The favelas are served by teams of community workers, who are the doctors' eyes and ears.

Stereotyping prevents men who sleep with other men from accessing proper treatment and prevention of HIV infection.

Ill residents may suffer most after the axing of Free State community health workers.

The condition is widely misunderstood but it can be treated successfully with the right medication.