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Faculty of Health Sciences Understanding why HIV-exposed infants may be prone to infections

A recent study has revealed possible reasons why babies exposed to HIV in the womb, but are not infected, face higher risks of infections.

04 Dec 2024 - 5 min read

News Brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils

A study led by UCT has revealed a brewing vaping crisis among high school pupils.

04 Dec 2024 - 2 min read

Faculty of Health Sciences World AIDS Day: Celebrating Progress, Confronting the Challenges Ahead

On World AIDS Day, we celebrate the groundbreaking work of UCT researchers in addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic, showcasing their commitment to equity, innovation, and access to care.

02 Dec 2024 - 7 min read

H3D and LifeArc collaborate to combat silent AMR pandemic UCT has joined forces with LifeArc to launch the Centre for Translational AMR Research Programme. 26 Nov 2024

Kelly Chibale elected to the US National Academy of Medicine Prof Kelly Chibale has been elected as an international member of the US National Academy of Medicine for pioneering infectious disease drug discovery on the African continent. 26 Nov 2024

‘A watershed moment for women’s health’ UCT’s Perinatal Mental Health Project was a key contributor to South Africa’s long-awaited updated National Integrated Maternal and Perinatal Care Guidelines. 26 Nov 2024

Acceptance and faith: how master’s student Saad Naveed rebuilt his life after tragedy 19 Nov 2024

Fiona Mulaudzi: the inspiring face climbing the ranks 15 Nov 2024

Closing the mental healthcare gaps that leave hundreds behind Research by a UCT PhD candidate reveals that care is deficient for South Africans living with severe mental health conditions upon discharge from psychiatric facilities. 14 Nov 2024

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