The SABR provides breast milk to babies in need
Human milk banking, like wet nursing, has been around for years. But in modern times with the rise of HIV, precautions are necessary. The South African Breastmilk Reserve allows babies to be fed with breast milk when their mothers are unable to do so. It helps to reduce the risk of mother-to-child HIV transmission, and other infections in premature babies.
South Africa makes history with HIV vaccine trial
SA to ensure health standards are met
South Africa is world’s endurance race capital
Some of the world's most extreme races are held in South Africa, where elite athletes – and ordinary people – pit themselves against the unforgiving elements and huge distances. Perhaps the most well-known is the Comrades Marathon, a gruelling 90km run between Durban and Pietermaritzburg.
Bafana beat the Mambas to kickstart Chan 2014
Bafana Bafana made a perfect start to the Orange Africa Nations Championship, or Chan 2014 tournament, with a gritty 3-1 win over Mozambique in an exciting opening game at Cape Town Stadium on 11 January 2014.
In the swim of things at the Midmar Mile
Backstroke, breast stroke or even doggy paddle – it's all welcome at the Midmar Mile, the annual gathering acknowledged by Guinness World Records as the largest open water swim on the planet. It's a happy, vibrant community event, with champions swimming alongside newbies, and everyone out to have fun.
Extensive HIV vaccine study planned in South Africa
Preventing HIV in World Cup
In June and July 2010 South Africa will host the world's biggest single sporting event - the Fifa World Cup, giving it a golden opportunity to reach millions of football fans, not only for the country's business and tourism sectors, but also for its efforts to combat HIV/Aids.
Research says rooibos beats stress
Researchers from Stellenbosch University in the Western Cape have discovered scientific evidence that rooibos, the popular South African herbal tea, contains compounds that can help to alleviate anxiety and stress.
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SA team finds heart disease gene
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