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Minds matter

Africa faces immense challenges in neurosurgery, such as severe underfunding, a lack of training positions and a high burden of disease. There is one neurosurgeon per four million people, far below the WHO’s recommendation of one per 200 000. This shortage, compounded by the lack of a central brain tumour registry and limited access to diagnostics, severely impacts patient outcomes.

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A tall order

This infographic explains the long and short of a giraffe's legs. By having long legs, the giraffe is able to reduce the pressure it needs to get blood to its brain, thereby saving the animal energy.

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Paws and Reflect: What are symptoms of rabies in cats?

Infected cats excrete the rabies virus in their saliva for several days before symptoms kick in. A bite or scratch from a cat can leave deep puncture wounds, through which the virus can enter a person’s bloodstream. Learn more about other possible symptoms of rabies in cats and what to do if you suspect your cat may be infected.

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Stripe a Pose: Meet the African Striped Weasel

The African striped weasel (Poecilogale albinucha) and the African polecat (Ictonyx striatus) may look alike at first glance, but these fascinating African mammals differ in their markings, size, and behaviour. This infographic can guide you to identify the wildlife by highlighting the key differences between the two species, so you can recognise each animal.

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Winging It: High-flying facts about albatrosses

Tracking the albatross by data, not myth and from sea to sky. The 'rime' and reason behind why they're such efficient gliders but are at the mercy of the wind to get them to stop safely and take off again.

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To tea or not to tea? Spilling the tea on antioxidants

Half a cup of black tea, oolong tea or green tea contained the same amount of antioxidants with radical scavenging capabilities (RSC) as that of a 200mg vitamin C tablet.