Dr Natalie Aneck-Hahn has been in the field of Andrology for more than 26 years and is the Deputy Director Medical Natural Sciences in the Department of Urology and head of Andrology at the Steve Academic Hospital. She is also the Director of the Environmental Chemical Pollution and Health (ECPH) Research Unit at the School of Health Systems and Public Health at the University of Pretoria.
Dr Aneck-Hahn’s research focus is on the effect of endocrine disrupting chemicals on male
reproductive health and in the environment. She has authored and co-authored several technical reports
and peer reviewed publications.
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In a study that signals potential reproductive and health complications in humans, now and for future generations, researchers at the University of Pretoria and Canada’s McGill University and Université Laval have concluded that toxins in the environment, notably DDT, modify the sperm epigenome at sites potentially transmitted to the embryo at conception.
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A study by researchers into the presence of potentially dangerous chemicals in eight brands of cling wrap, which is used to package food has revealed that one brand had a high concentration, which may result in adverse health effects and cancer risks.
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We all know the importance of drinking enough water every day. Some of the many benefits of drinking water are that it improves skin complexion, flushes out toxins, maintains regularity and boosts the immune system.
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Malaria is a complex disease that has devastated Africa and parts of South Africa. Researchers at the University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control are combining research disciplines to understand and control malaria.
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Malaria is a complex disease that has devastated Africa and parts of South Africa. Researchers at the University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control are combining research disciplines to understand and control malaria.
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Malaria is a complex disease that has devastated Africa and parts of South Africa. Researchers at the University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control are combining research disciplines to understand and control malaria.
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