UP medicine student overcomes health challenges to achieve the dream of becoming a doctor

Posted on December 09, 2023

testament to God’s grace over my life. I am a community-made individual, blessed with an incredible supportive family an ever encouraging best friend, and the countless doctors who have seen me over the course of six years both as a patient and a student.

Tiisetso Modjetsi's inspirational path to becoming a medical doctor

Posted on December 09, 2023

I successfully completed grade twelve with a bachelor's, achieving three distinctions and an average of 76. I received prize money from the University of Pretoria and gained acceptance for BSc Biological Sciences, although my initial choice was medicine, for which I was rejected.

From struggle to strength: Samuel Imevbore's tenacious journey to attain a medical degree at UP

Posted on December 09, 2023

In this heartfelt narrative, Samuel Imevbore, a final-year student Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) student in the School of Medicine at the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Health Sciences, reflects on his remarkable six-year journey through medical school. Samuel's narrative,...

Malaria 101 – In summary: Important take-away messages

Posted on December 08, 2023

Malaria is a serious and often fatal vector-borne disease. It is both preventable and treatable.

25 years of transformative impact: UP’s School of Health Systems and Public Health marks milestone anniversary

Posted on December 06, 2023

Reflecting on the 25 since UP’s School of Health Systems and Public Health was established, speakers at a gala event commended the school for its pivotal role in shaping health policies and practices and it’s impactful collaborative efforts.

UP’s research group takes centre stage at the 2023 Nature Conference on Bioengineering for Global Health

Posted on December 06, 2023

The REASSURED-d@UP research group from the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, dominated the stage at the Bioengineering for Global Health conference held in Nashville, USA, from November 13th to 15th, 2023. This global gathering facilitated crucial discussions on health...

UP's radiography lecturer, Hafsa Essop honoured with the prestigious Cousins Award

Posted on December 05, 2023

Hafsa Essop, a lecturer in the Department of Radiography at the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, has been awarded the coveted Cousins Award for her pioneering work in radiological protection. Bestowed by the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP),...

Malaria 101 – Invest, Innovate, Implement: Research towards malaria elimination

Posted on December 05, 2023

Malaria requires a comprehensive research-based approach for effective control and elimination.

UP medical student wins the South African Health Excellence Award

Posted on December 04, 2023

UP medical student Nobuhle Vanessa Gxekwa has been honoured at the SA Health Excellence Awards for her efforts in research capacity building initiatives for undergraduate students and her contributions to clinical science.

Malaria 101 – 'D' is for DIAGNOSIS and rapid treatment: The faster, the better

Posted on December 01, 2023

Malaria, a potentially fatal disease, demands swift action when its symptoms surface.

UP EXPERT OPINION: Getting to zero: A call for global solidarity and shared responsibility on World Aids Day

Posted on December 01, 2023

“We need global solidarity to ensure all people receive the knowledge and means to protect themselves from HIV. We should be united in our vision. No one should be left behind.” – UP's Professor Theresa Rossouw.

Malaria 101 – 'C' is for CHEMOPROPHYLAXIS: Travel safety in malaria-endemic areas

Posted on November 28, 2023

Malaria, a potentially life-threatening disease, is prevalent in many parts of the world.

Malaria 101 - 'B' is for BITE PREVENTION: Guarding against the biting menace

Posted on November 24, 2023

Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.

UP opens Mental Health Museum at Weskoppies, immortalising past treatment practices

Posted on November 23, 2023

The Mental Health Museum at Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital, unveiled in a partnership including UP and the Gauteng Department of Health, stands not only as a testament to the past but also as a guiding beacon illuminating the path forward.

UP co-hosts 2023 Diabetes Summit to bring attention to SA’s rapidly escalating diabetes crisis

Posted on November 22, 2023

“Over the past 10 years, deaths due to diabetes more than doubled – we need urgent action to address the diabetes crisis in SA,” said Dr Patrick Ngassa Piotie of UP’s Diabetes Research Centre during the 2023 Diabetes Summit co-hosted by UP.

Malaria 101 - 'A' is for AWARENESS (and symptoms): Recognising the tell-tale signs

Posted on November 21, 2023

Malaria, a widespread and potentially deadly disease, is both preventable and treatable.

Malaria 101 – The global fight against malaria: Progress and challenges

Posted on November 17, 2023

Malaria, one of the most pervasive diseases in human history, has plagued humanity for centuries.

Malaria 101 - The basics: Starting at the beginning

Posted on November 14, 2023

Every year, on the 25th of April and the 6th of November, we commemorate Malaria Days.

UP EXPERT OPINION: World Diabetes Day: ‘Urgent action is needed to stem the tide of diabetes-related deaths in SA’

Posted on November 14, 2023

World Diabetes Day is observed annually on 14 November, and this year, the campaign is centred on the idea ‘Know your risk, know your response’.

Women and diabetes: Pregnancy is an opportunity for intervention

Posted on November 10, 2023

“In terms of mortality, according to Statistics South Africa (2016/17), diabetes is the number one cause of death among women in the country,” says Dr Patrick Ngassa Piotie of UP’s Diabetes Research Centre.