Latest health stories from across Kenya.
Police officers and teachers are among the public servants who will start paying their hospital bills in cash after the government failed to pay their insurance remittances owed to key public and private hospitals in the country. The…
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi has launched a cholesterol (lipid) disorders clinic as part of its efforts to reduce the risk of heart diseases. Speaking during the launch of the clinic, the hospital CEO Rashid Khalani noted that…
The Ministry of Health Kenya has announced plans to adopt ISO 7101:2023, the first international consensus standard for healthcare quality management. Yesterday, the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Mr Harry Kimtai, with top…
Weight loss is a fine goal, but achieving the desired kilos is not an easy task. While many people spend time in the gym trying to shed off the extra kilos, experts say losing weight is not only about workouts and exercises but also about…
Know your risk of clotting: If you have an upcoming surgery scheduled, it is common to feel anxious or scared. Tomophobia, the fear of medical procedures, is reported to be experienced by up to 92% of the world’s population, which is no…
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle and Diet: City life is fast becoming one of the fast-paced movements weaving through the towering office buildings. Millions exchange greetings and culture, opening them to new seas of opportunities. But…
Pain is a common phenomenon that is experienced by almost everyone. It is estimated that about 20% or more of the population may suffer from chronic pain and the prevalence can go up depending on different circumstances. Although pain acts…
By Dong Won Lee Blood is a precious resource and a life-saving input in medical emergencies. But since there is no synthetic substitute, human blood is a scarce commodity. There is a high demand for safe, compatible blood in many countries…
A tree native to the African continent and Indian subcontinent as well, has been revered for centuries for its multifaceted medicinal properties. Such as to treat Acne (antifungal and antibacterial acne), Dental health and Hair health.…
Mango, the fruit we all love, is rightly called the King of fruits. Many people are familiar with the sweet, tropical fruit that comes from mango trees, but you may not realize that the leaves of mango trees are edible as well. But, do you…
Scores of people in China have been rushing to the hospitals in recent weeks wearing masks over what seems to be a viral flu. Photos making rounds on social media have sparked worries of a looming pandemic. Chinese capital, Beijing has…
By Henry Mang’eni Researchers have found the bitter lettuce weed, known as Mchunga in Swahili,…
Gallbladder cancer is a rare type of cancer that is found anywhere in the gallbladder. According to the Mayo Clinic, the gallbladder is a small organ that is shaped like a pear. This organ is found on the right side of the stomach just…
Selecting a retirement community is one of life’s most significant decisions, impacting your health, social connections, and quality of life. The right choice depends on carefully evaluating your current and future needs, financial…
Erasing a sweet tooth from your diet for a period of just 30 days can have remarkable changes to your body ranging from your brain to skin. For majority of us, our favorite foods are not-so-healthy treats which consist of too much sugar.…
You are here because you or your partner is pregnant (our congratulations!), and you want help to choose the best hospital in Eldoret to give birth. Eldoret, now Eldoret City, boasts many of the country’s most prestigious private and…
On Friday 29th November, the ‘Kang’ata Care Program’, a brainchild of Murang’a County Governor Irungu Kang’ata clinched the Gold Medal at the 2024 African Association for Public Administration and Management (AAPAM) Innovative Management…
Misery loves company. It also loves being shared. Everyone loves a good rant session. Social media has made it rewarding to go online to rant about anything. However, social media algorithms just push posts that are meant to be provocative…
Once upon a time, some friends and I decided to share our goals. One wanted to run a full marathon, another wanted to go to university abroad and I wanted to write a book. It’s been five years and none of us are closer to our goals. We…
Kenya has been urged to adopt Sweden’s Tobacco Harm Reduction approach to reduce the prevalence of active tobacco smokers and consequently decrease the number of tobacco-related deaths.
Every 20th of November since 2002 we mark the World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day to raise awareness about this top-four cause of death globally. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is an incurable condition resulting…
Farmers are increasing their crop yield by up to 500 per cent by applying lime…
South Africa has emerged as a crucial country for clinical trials in AstraZeneca’s global operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing medical research and delivering innovative treatments. Through groundbreaking efforts in respiratory,…
Adding chia seeds to foods helps to cheaply prevent Kenya’s fastest-rising killer: heart disease. Diseases…
