One step closer to malaria elimination

Posted on June 08, 2017

An international collaborative effort, including researchers from UP, the University of Cape Town and partners, has resulted in the identification of a new chemical compound that can potentially eliminate malaria.

Nursing: A caring profession that has stood the test of time

Posted on May 17, 2017

As the single largest group of healthcare professionals, with a presence in all settings, nurses can have an enormous impact on the resilience of health systems.

New compounds show promise for the treatment of tuberculosis

Posted on April 18, 2017

A study by researchers in the Department of Chemical Pathology at the University of Pretoria has identified three compounds that may have potential for the treatment of tuberculosis.

Raising awareness of the silent thief of sight

Posted on March 07, 2016

This year we will be celebrating World Glaucoma Week from 6 to 11 March, and local and international eye healthcare professionals will commit their time and share their knowledge to raise awareness of and demystify this condition.

Alzheimer’s disease – Old friends and new promises

Posted on July 28, 2015

Prof Vanessa Steenkamp and the Phytomedicine Unit in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Pretoria (UP), are involved in research to obtain safer and more efficacious treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.

A contemporary approach to adolescent and child mental healthcare

Posted on July 15, 2015

The Parent-Child Programme focusses on exploring caregiver–child relationships, behavioural techniques and working with children and adolescents with special needs related to mental health.

Street medicine for Tshwane’s inner city

Posted on July 07, 2015

The Street Medicine in Tshwane Inner City project recently initiated by the Department of Family Medicine will provide basic medical care to those living and sleeping on the streets.