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medicine
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Nifty News: The Classic G&T Was Originally Invented As Medicine
13 Feb 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
We have this cocktail because it was basically medicine for sailors back in the day.
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Have You Ever Googled Why Chainsaws Were Invented?
01 Mar 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
The disturbing truth about this tool is open for discussion once more across social media, with folks asking you to “stop what you’re doing and Google why chainsaws were invented”.
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Behold, An Incredibly Rare Double Hand And Face Transplant [Video]
04 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Surgeons have successfully performed an incredibly risky double transplant, giving a New Jersey man a new face and hands.
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An Update On That Jozi Surgeon Accused Of Multiple Fatal Errors
22 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Dr. Peter Beale is under investigation for the deaths of eight children. and the maiming of 11 others, but his colleagues are closing ranks.
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Stop Using ‘Doctor Google’ And Let A Professional Run These Important Tests
24 Apr 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
The best way to diagnose health conditions is through the art of diagnostic testing, which ticks a number of important boxes.
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Trailer For ‘The Inventor’ – The Documentary About Theranos Founder Elizabeth Holmes [Video]
18 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A new documentary investigates the rise and fall of Theranos, the multibillion-dollar healthcare company founded by Elizabeth Holmes.
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Here’s The Science Behind That Viral “Coughed Up Lung” Picture
11 Dec 2018 by Carrie / 1 Comment
In an incredibly rare case, during an extreme bout of coughing, a man spontaneously coughed up an intact cast of the inside of his lung.
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Google’s Articial Intelligence Programme Is Giving Doctors A Serious Run For Their Money
14 Aug 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Google’s artificial intelligence business, DeepMind, is working on technology that will assist doctors in making diagnoses. As it stands, it’s outshining them.
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Incredible Science: The Only Man In The World Who’s Had Two Face Transplants [Video]
18 Apr 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
After falling ill, Jérôme Hamon’s first donated face was rejected. He then became the only person ever to get a second face transplant three months ago.
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Whoopsie! Actually, You SHOULDN’T Finish That Course Of Antibiotics
27 Jul 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
That whole “complete the course” mantra, played out every time you are given antibiotics, is set for a massive shake-up. Who’s going out this weekend, then?
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33 Years Ago A Human Baby Received A Baboon’s Heart In A Transplant
12 May 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We live in the age of enlightenment, and every day sees some or other remarkable medical advancements. Back in 1984, though, history was being made.
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Incredible – The Results Of The Most Complex Face Transplant In History
30 Aug 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
It took a year for Patrick Hardison to get his face to where it is now – but at least he is able to hang out with his children in public. Science for the win.
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Guy Gets Double Hand Transplant – Hates Them
26 Jul 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Things seemed to be looking up for Jeff Kepner, the first double hand transplant recipient in the United States, but that’s no longer the case.
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If You’re Buying Nurofen For Back Pain Then Stop – They’re Lying
30 Jun 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
How many times have you bought a pack of Nurofen for pain-targeted relief? Well, you should probably give this a read then.
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Our State Security Minister Has Been Offered Penis Boosting Treatment
03 Nov 2015 by Sloane Hunter / 2 Comments
Why put up stickers on street signs and inside trains when you can go directly to the big boys…
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Seriously, Doctor Dude, You Can’t Take Selfies Of Yourself Next To Women As They Give Birth
24 Jul 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
I generally tend to believe that those who take an excessive amount of selfies should be given a stern talking to. Add a woman giving birth to the equation ad we have ourselves a serious problem.
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The Male Pill Is Coming And It Will Make You Look More Youthful
19 Jun 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
There is good news on the horizon for those who don’t enjoy their current method of contraception – scientists claim to have made some big breakthroughs in male pill development.
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The Rise And Rise Of Male Skin Treatments
17 Jun 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Male grooming. Unless we’re talking about a new brand of shaving cream, guys tend to run a mile. But here are a few reasons why it’s so important, so you boys should listen closely.
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Medical History: SA Does It Again
28 May 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If this doesn’t make you appreciate the incredible doctors we have in this country then I don’t know what will – this is a proudly South African moment, me thinks.
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Getting Messy: Tim Noakes Editorial Taken Offline Following ‘Expression Of Concern’
07 May 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
We know he isn’t one to hold his tongue, but it seems Tim Noakes might have omitted some vital details when penning his latest editorial.
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Here’s The World’s First Head Transplant Volunteer
09 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Yes you read right, someone has volunteered to undergo a head transplant. It’s all getting a bit Frankensteinish, although it does have the potential to positively change this man’s life.
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The World’s First Successful Penis Transplant Just Happened In Cape Town
13 Mar 2015 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
A big, hard, woody congratulations to those at the University of Stellenbosch who today confirmed the world’s first successful penile transplant.
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Historic Vote Means Britain Will Soon Allow ‘Three-Person’ Babies
04 Feb 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The world is advancing with regards to medical science, and this step is going to make changes for thousands of people the world over.
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This Is How You ‘Unboil’ An Egg [Video]
28 Jan 2015 by Kiernan / 1 Comment
Yeah, they’re not quite as cool as Bill Nye but these scientists from the University of California, Irvine have done pretty OK with their latest finding.
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Thursday Morning Spice
13 Nov 2014 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Opposition chorus vows to drive Zuma from office. Cell-C banner case escalates. SA doctor Instagram app launches. Usher hunting down stolen sex tape. Man kills his own hitman. Amazon testing UK drones.
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Eat All The Butter: Why Not All Fat Is Bad Fat
31 Oct 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you’re feeling a little bit frumpy after winter, and your bikini is a scary monster in your closet, why not have a look at this and consider changing your lifestyle a bit?
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Revealed: What Really Killed Joan Rivers
17 Oct 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The comedian and actress died at age 81 at Mount Sinai Hospital a week after the operation, and now some more details of her tragic passing have been released.
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Aah, We See Parliament Is Looking To Revive The ‘Dagga Bill’
10 Sep 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
What would the legalisation of medical marijuana do to people’s lives? What would it change? If something could help with your fight against cancer, would you try it?
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Google Has A $1.5 Billion Research Centre To ‘Cure Death’
04 Sep 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
This Google backed company is going to make us live forever!! Or will it? With the aim to “cure death” we can only bet for the moment of attending our 100th high school reunion.
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Thursday Morning Spice
31 Jul 2014 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Ebola virus spreading rapidly. State files final Oscar arguments. How Russia sanctions can bite back. Argentina defaults. Zuma orders corruption probe. Battery charges cellphone in 15 mins. Barrymore sister dead.
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