Almost 1 300 genes tied to academic success

Academic success may lie within the intricacies of your genes. Source

SEE: The difference between dementia and delerium

There are big differences between dementia and delirium, but in older people the one is often mistaken for the other. Source

Medicine regulator forced into plan B to keep ‘lifesaving’ emergency lines open

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has opened emergency phone lines 'to ensure that health products available to the public are safe, effective and of good quality'. Source

10 questions to ask before choosing a new doctor

Have you had the same doctor since childhood? Or are you struggling to find a doctor who "gets" you? Here are some things you need to consider when choosing a doctor. Source

How to handle incontinence at the gym

If you suffer from incontinence, you don’t need to avoid exercising (or the gym). Source

When does your child's headache call for a doctor's visit?

Sometimes a headache can be a symptom of a more serious health issue in your child. Source

When does caffeine become harmful?

There are many benefits to regular coffee consumption. However, too much coffee can put your health at risk. Source

SEE: How to reduce your blood pressure

High blood pressure may cause heart disease and stroke. Fortunately there are various ways to reduce your blood pressure. Source

One blood test might be enough to diagnose diabetes

Currently, two blood tests are used to diagnose diabetes, which may be expensive or burdensome for some patients. Source

Judge throws out Scotland abortion pill challenge

A legal challenge against letting women take abortion pills at home in Scotland is thrown out. Source

Baby who stopped breathing saved after doctor’s refrigerated him

A baby who stopped breathing for 90-minutes after he was born was saved after medical staff refrigerated him in the back of an ambulance Source

Surgeons' warning over Botox on High Street

It comes after Superdrug said it would start offering the treatment in one of its stores. Source