South Africa has failed to address the root causes of problematic drinking, such as the availability of cheap alcohol and weak regulations, including inadequate controls on alcohol marketing and poor controls on liquor sales.
It’s normal to have bacteria in your mouth. But harmful bacteria have been linked to a host of health problems. Medical scientist Glenda Davison and microbiologist Yvonne Prince, who have researched the oral cavity, explain why it’s so important to practise good oral hygiene.
- Two emerging researchers funded by the SAMRC’s Division of Research Capacity Development (RCD) won the DSI-Ndoni Mcunu Fellowships: Doctoral Awards category at the 2023 South African Women in Science Awards (SAWiSA)
- The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) endeavours to improve maternal, child and women’s health through high quality scientific research that informs policy and practice and improves health services
- The South African Medical Research Council's (SAMRC) Division of Research Capacity Development (RCD) is excited to showcase the recent remarkable achievements of four exceptional women: Dr Jacomina du Plessis (Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme), Associate Professor Monate Nqobile Mkolo and Professor Afsatou Traore (Research Capacity Development initiative at selected Historically Disadvantaged Institutions), and Professor Salome Maswime (Mid-Career scientist Programme)