Skin ageing is an unavoidable biological phenomenon inextricably linked to menopause. The rapid and drastic decline in oestrogen levels brought about by menopause has a profound effect on skin integrity and physiology, ...

Statins are used for the medical treatment of hypercholesterolemia, but after oral administration, it may cause gastro-intestinal disturbances and first-pass hepatic metabolism may decrease the bioavailability. Hence, the ...

In order to achieve successful receptor binding affinity at complex pharmacological targets the majority of drugs are of a lipophilic nature. However, optimisation of drug delivery systems for lipophilic drugs presents ...

The study aimed at determining the incidence, prevalence and trends of childhood cancers over time, as well as identifying the common coexisting conditions in children and adolescents on treatment for cancer in the private ...

Hypercholesterolemia can be described as high levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) that accumulate in the cells of the body including the liver, spleen and the intestines. Cholesterol is eliminated by increasing ...

Pharmacovigilance in South Africa is not being utilised in a desired manner. This study highlights pharmacists’ expectations and limitations towards adverse drug reaction reporting in their pharmaceutical sector. Current ...

The skin provides an essential protective barrier between the internal tissues and the environment. A wound is defined as a defect or a break in the skin barrier as a result of physical or thermal damage. Wounds may also ...

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is one of the leading causes of disability in the world. A better understanding of the aetiology of this disorder will lead to better medications, and would improve the quality of life for millions ...

Blood culture laboratory testing and the results thereof can be seen as a cornerstone for optimised antimicrobial treatment and has the power to influence and change how effectively patients are treated with antibiotics, ...

The aim of the study was to examine personality traits and gender as predictors of risk-taking behaviour among university students. A sample of 312 first-year students studying at the North-West University, Mafikeng Campus, ...