Latest health stories from across Kenya.
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General and Lang’ata Parliamentary aspirant Dr. Davji Atellah has pledged to push for improved working conditions for Community Health Promoters (CHPs),…
On health protection, Kenyans have been urged to store safe drinking water and boil or treat it before use.
The Ministry of Health has activated preparedness measures at national and county levels ahead of the anticipated 2026 El Niño rains. This includes issuing a health advisory to all 47 counties, even as the Kenya Meteorological Department…
By Head of Clinical Operations, Jubilee Health Insurance NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 15 – For many families, serious conversations about healthcare financing begin at the worst possible moment: when someone is…
Mercy Kanini, who recently delivered five babies through normal delivery at Thika Level Five Hospital, has lost four of the pre-term infants after they were transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital for specialised care. Kanini had…
When you hear “withdrawal management,” it’s easy to picture a harsh detox scene from a movie. Real clinical care looks very different. If you’re in Tennessee, access, timing, and the right level of support can shape the entire experience.…
President William Ruto and KANU Chairman Gideon Moi have eulogized renowned American cardiologist Dr. David Silverstein, who died on Sunday aged 82.
Bomet County has 158 public health facilities fully registered in digital health systems under the Social Health Authority (SHA) framework. According to the Ministry of Health, the county has registered over 610,000 residents since the…
Rigathi Gachagua concludes three-day Meru tourSpeaking during a visit to Kisii, Oluga said a major Level 5 hospital is set to be constructed in the county following a directive from President William Ruto.
When floods strike, public attention naturally turns to submerged roads, damaged homes and displaced families.
The Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences is setting its sights on expanding its physical reach, with expansion through new regional and international campuses.
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has now introduced Ozempic for the management of type 2 diabetes and Wegovy for weight management in individuals living with obesity or overweight conditions with associated health risks.
The KDA has urged the public to verify dental practitioners' registration and qualifications through the KMPDC's official register before seeking treatment.
The figures, which include 33 men and seven women, have raised concern over mental health in the county as Kenya joins the world in marking Suicide Prevention Month in September, with September 10 observed globally as World Suicide…
By Mr. Ikechukwu Anoke the CEO of Zuri Health SEPT 11 – Investing in healthcare models that prioritize prevention is critical to Kenya’s fight against non-communicable diseases. With hypertension and type 2 diabetes among the main…
ODM leader Oburu Oginga has confirmed that he travelled to the United Kingdom for a routine medical check-up, assuring party members that the political outfit has sufficiently strong structures to continue operating in his absence.
Kirinyaga County has called for an end to the silence and stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, urging residents to speak openly about emotional distress and seek professional help before crises escalate.
Residents of Nandi County registered under the Social Health Authority (SHA) framework can access services at licensed health facilities across different levels of care. The facilities include hospitals, nursing homes, medical centers,…
Mbagathi County Referral Hospital has opened a Comprehensive Diabetes Centre as it expands its capacity to provide specialised care for patients living with diabetes in Nairobi and neighbouring counties.
As Kenya and the region confront the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), health leaders are calling for greater attention to patient safety, an often overlooked but critical link in ensuring people living with chronic…
Kitui County Government has accused former Governor Charity Ngilu of disrupting operations at Kitui Level 4 Hospital after she allegedly entered the facility without following the required administrative procedures. Kitui County Executive…
By Antynet Ford Two young entrepreneurs are turning maize, millet, soybeans and sweet potatoes sourced…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has threatened to issue a strike notice if the ongoing nurses' strike is not resolved within seven days.
The discussion took place at Convergence: The Metabolic Continuum, Refined by Design, a national clinical forum convened by Getz Pharma in collaboration with the Kenya Association of Physicians and the Hospital Pharmacists Association of…
