The Gauteng government has welcomed the suspension of the sale of alcohol.The province's health MEC has said this decision will bring relief to a healthcare system that is under pressure.This came as the province's total Covid-19 cases surpassed 100 000.Gauteng Health MEC Dr Bandile Masuku says the provincial government welcomes the decision of the National…
Two experts say a better plan is needed to manage the increase in Covid-19 infections, especially in terms of banning alcohol sales.They say alternatives need to be thought up instead of implementing a ban on alcohol sales.Both also raised concerns about the announcement that taxis driving short distances would be allowed 100% capacity.Two medical experts…
Minister of Health, Zweli Mkhize. The issue of alcohol-related trauma cases has been tabled before the National Coronavirus Command Council.Health Minister Zweli Mkhize says an increase in trauma cases that are alcohol related is putting a strain on the health system.The ban on alcohol sales was lifted on 1 June when Level 3 lockdown regulations…
Share on PinterestNew research adds to the evidence that low-to-moderate alcohol consumption may protect cognitive health.A new study has found that low-to-moderate alcohol consumption may slow cognitive decline in adults of middle age or older.The research, which appears in the journal JAMA Open Network, lays the ground for future research to corroborate these findings and…
The Thusong Multipurpose Center in Khayelitsha which will serve as a Covid-19 site in Cape Town. (File, Brenton Geach, Gallo Images Another 53 people have died of the coronavirus in the Western Cape as the premier calls for responsible alcohol use so beds are not taken up by alcohol-related trauma cases. Alan Winde said there was…
Published: July 28, 2026, 6:55 pm Lidl US is recalling all units of Eridanous Shortbread Cookies with Chocolate Truffle Coating & Apricot Filling in 11.6-ounce boxes with the UPC number 4056489125839 with foreign language ingredients and nutrition facts panel because of undeclared wheat, soy, milk, and egg allergens. People who have an allergy or sensitivity
There are 48 million cases of foodborne illness annually in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Published: July 26, 2026, 8:00 am Quick bites from around the food safety arena this week The scope of Cyclospora outbreaks nationwide continues to grow as more cases are confirmed. In relation to one
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