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“It’s not you that needs to change, it’s the system that needs to change” – The narratives of South African women professionals working with Gender-Based Violence
Researcher: Roxanne Ramlucken obtained a Master’s degree with distinction in Research Psychology from the University of the Witwatersrand. Her work focuses on gender-based violence (GBV), with interest in the experiences of both survivors and women working in the GBV field. Her interest in this area is informed by both personal experiences and her volunteer work at a registered non-governmental organisation, The Advice Desk for the Abused, in Durban. June, 2023 What Is The St
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Enhanced anticancer potential of Punica granatum fruit extract in combination with Pheophorbide – a mediated photodynamic therapy on MCF-7 breast cancer cells.
Researchers: Nosipho Fakudze , Paromita Sarbadhikary , Heidi Abrahamse & Blassan P. George University of Johannesburg. July 2025. What Is The Study About? Combination therapy refers to the simultaneous administration of several therapeutic medications and treatment procedures with diverse biochemical and molecular targets and mechanisms of action. This is now used to treat a range of cancers. The search for less toxic natural alternatives has gained importance, which has
Apr 63 min read
University of the Free State (UFS) study: Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in sanitary pads and pantyliners.
Researchers: Janine Blignaut (PhD candidate), Dr Gabre Kemp from the Department of Microbiology and Biochemistry , Prof Elizabeth Erasmus , Prof Deon Visser , and Prof Marietjie Schutte-Smith from the Department of Chemistry . March 2026 Synopsis… A recent study by the University of the Free State tested popular menstrual products sold in South Africa, and found hormone-disrupting chemicals in every product tested, even those marketed as “free from harmful chemic
Mar 243 min read
South African Statistics: Cervical Cancer & Screenings
C oncept Note By Kat Simon November 2025 A little bit of context… · Historically speaking, the cervical cancer burden has remained a challenge that has roots in traditionally inadequate systematic screening programmes, as well as compounded challenges with late diagnosis, and socio-economic inequalities. Previously, screenings were not easily accessible and there was even less awareness around the concept of regular and ongoing screening. Although the policy of South A
Mar 244 min read
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