Latest health stories from across Kenya.
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has issued a directive that could impact many health facilities around the country. If you’re operating in areas considered high-risk, like petrol stations or residential…
In Kenya, the spirit of Harambee, pulling together to support one another is deeply embedded in our culture. Whether in villages or urban centres, it is not uncommon to be part of multiple WhatsApp groups each year, contributing to…
Be warned that using firewood and charcoal stoves that emit toxic fumes inhaled by expectant mothers within enclosed spaces is a major cause of rising cleft lip cases.
Medical practitioners, policy experts, researchers and other key stakeholders have called for urgent mitigation measures to address the shortage of surgeons in Africa.
The M-Pesa Foundation has broken ground for the construction of a Ksh45 million modern maternity wing at Kianjakoma Health Centre in Embu County as part of its efforts to reduce maternal and infant mortality in the country.
The Kenya Government’s move to slap graphic health warnings on alternative nicotine products will hinder efforts to reduce the 12,000 annual deaths in Kenya caused by smoking, according to the Campaign for Safer Alternatives
The state of the world is a present test for our mental health. Even when your personal life may be in shambles, the news shows things can always get worse from the oppression of women in Afghanistan to the displacement of people in Congo…
Over 600 medical facilities under the Rural-Urban and Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (RUPHA) have announced plans to suspend Social Health Authority (SHA) services starting Monday, February 24. RUPHA Chairman Brian Lishenga claims…
A new storm is brewing between the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) and the Ministry of Health. On Monday, union officials led by Secretary General Davji Atellah issued a 30-day ultimatum, warning that if intern…
The Social Health Authority (SHA) now has access to various government databases, including mobile money transactions, Kenya Power payments, and Kenya Revenue Authority records, in a bid to identify self-employed individuals underpaying…
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, has partnered with the Nairobi County Health Ministry to launch a large-scale mobilisation of women for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) screening using BD’s newly…
We now have a new theme for World Cancer Day for the next three years “United in our goals, unique in our needs”. But what does this mean for patients, caregivers and clinicians? This stems from the fact that everybody’s journey is unique,…
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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…
