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Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health
Most people tend to spend a lot of time in the bathroom, a habit many struggle to break, especially when at the comfort of their home.
By 28 days ago
Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health
Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline
Healthy eating patterns may lower the risk of cognitive decline in old age by up to 40%, while processed and sugary foods can accelerate memory loss and brain aging.
By 1 month ago
Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline
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Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business
This is the story of 35-year-old Vincent Machuka, a dog breeder, trainer and also the owner of K9 Machuka Fly Dog security agency.
By 1 month ago
Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business
Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment
For many communities, epilepsy is still wrongly believed to be the result of curses, witchcraft or demonic possession.
By 1 month ago
Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment
Chronic kidney disease stalls youth's dreams, but not his hope
Endless dialysis sessions, restricted diets, fluctuating blood pressure, and a loss of appetite became part of John Nalianya's daily routine.
By 1 month ago
Chronic kidney disease stalls youth's dreams, but not his hope
Climate: Experts call on countries to invest in early warning signs
Mohamed Abdi Ware, noted that the Greater Horn of Africa continues to experience the climate crisis manifest in droughts, sudden floods, and unpredictable rainfall patterns.
By 2 months ago
Climate: Experts call on countries to invest in early warning signs
Struggling to sleep? Your gut could be the reason
But for scientists, your gut microbes could be causing insomnia, according to a new study from China
By 2 months ago
Struggling to sleep? Your gut could be the reason
Experts push for menopause policy and affordable care
Health experts are calling on the government to develop a clear policy framework on menopause, including affordable hormone replacement therapy.
By 2 months ago
Experts push for menopause policy and affordable care
Nairobi hosts world's top digital knowledge contributors
Nairobi hosts global volunteers and experts for Wikimania 2025, sharing projects and ideas that shape Wikipedia, Wikimedia projects and the future of open knowledge online.
By 2 months ago
Nairobi hosts world's top digital knowledge contributors
Why your knees hurt and how to keep them strong for life ahead
As we age, the cartilage that cushions the joints wears down and thins while the ligaments connecting bone and muscle become less elastic.
By 2 months ago
Why your knees hurt and how to keep them strong for life ahead
Reducing air pollution speeding up global warming climate crisis
Scientists have found that most of the acceleration in warming observed since 2010 was likely due to efforts against air pollution in East Asia.
By 2 months ago
Reducing air pollution speeding up global warming climate crisis
Iron deficiency: Health crisis mostly affecting women and children
Iron deficiency, particularly when it progresses to anaemia, can have serious health implications
By 3 months ago
Iron deficiency: Health crisis mostly affecting women and children
Legal practitioners urged to put their health status first
The medical insurance plan offers inpatient cover of Sh500,000 to Sh10 million per family, with free maternity, dental, and optical services.
By 3 months ago
Legal practitioners urged to put their health status first
New research finds early Alzheimer's may make some people more social
People showing early signs of Alzheimer’s, such as slight changes in thinking and memory, may actually become more sociable, drawing closer to family and friends for support in daily life.
By 3 months ago
New research finds early Alzheimer's may make some people more social
Snacking on almonds daily can help cut cholesterol, study
Consuming 50 grams of almonds, roughly 45 nuts, each day may help improve cholesterol levels and deliver a variety of metabolic health benefits.
By 3 months ago
Snacking on almonds daily can help cut cholesterol, study
How families are rising above clubfoot stigma
Imagine the heartbreak of knowing that your own mother, the very person who gave you life, once attempted to end it.
By 4 months ago
How families are rising above clubfoot stigma
The sugar trap: How diet and fasting could reverse Type 2 diabetes
When your body can no longer produce enough insulin to keep up, medications step in. At first, one drug may be enough—but over time, more are needed, and doses increase.
By 4 months ago
The sugar trap: How diet and fasting could reverse Type 2 diabetes
Unbroken hope: Kipng'etich's fight with a rare urethral condition
Passing urine, a simple act we take for granted becomes a daily ordeal. The anxiety that comes before every bathroom visit.
By 4 months ago
Unbroken hope: Kipng'etich's fight with a rare urethral condition
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Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health
Most people tend to spend a lot of time in the bathroom, a habit many struggle to break, especially when at the comfort of their home.
By 28 days ago
Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health
Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline
Healthy eating patterns may lower the risk of cognitive decline in old age by up to 40%, while processed and sugary foods can accelerate memory loss and brain aging.
By 1 month ago
Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline
Premium
Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business
This is the story of 35-year-old Vincent Machuka, a dog breeder, trainer and also the owner of K9 Machuka Fly Dog security agency.
By 1 month ago
Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business
Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment
For many communities, epilepsy is still wrongly believed to be the result of curses, witchcraft or demonic possession.
By 1 month ago
Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment
Chronic kidney disease stalls youth's dreams, but not his hope
Endless dialysis sessions, restricted diets, fluctuating blood pressure, and a loss of appetite became part of John Nalianya's daily routine.
By 1 month ago
Chronic kidney disease stalls youth's dreams, but not his hope
Climate: Experts call on countries to invest in early warning signs
Mohamed Abdi Ware, noted that the Greater Horn of Africa continues to experience the climate crisis manifest in droughts, sudden floods, and unpredictable rainfall patterns.
By 2 months ago
Climate: Experts call on countries to invest in early warning signs
Struggling to sleep? Your gut could be the reason
But for scientists, your gut microbes could be causing insomnia, according to a new study from China
By 2 months ago
Struggling to sleep? Your gut could be the reason
Experts push for menopause policy and affordable care
Health experts are calling on the government to develop a clear policy framework on menopause, including affordable hormone replacement therapy.
By 2 months ago
Experts push for menopause policy and affordable care
Nairobi hosts world's top digital knowledge contributors
Nairobi hosts global volunteers and experts for Wikimania 2025, sharing projects and ideas that shape Wikipedia, Wikimedia projects and the future of open knowledge online.
By 2 months ago
Nairobi hosts world's top digital knowledge contributors
Why your knees hurt and how to keep them strong for life ahead
As we age, the cartilage that cushions the joints wears down and thins while the ligaments connecting bone and muscle become less elastic.
By 2 months ago
Why your knees hurt and how to keep them strong for life ahead
Reducing air pollution speeding up global warming climate crisis
Scientists have found that most of the acceleration in warming observed since 2010 was likely due to efforts against air pollution in East Asia.
By 2 months ago
Reducing air pollution speeding up global warming climate crisis
Iron deficiency: Health crisis mostly affecting women and children
Iron deficiency, particularly when it progresses to anaemia, can have serious health implications
By 3 months ago
Iron deficiency: Health crisis mostly affecting women and children
Legal practitioners urged to put their health status first
The medical insurance plan offers inpatient cover of Sh500,000 to Sh10 million per family, with free maternity, dental, and optical services.
By 3 months ago
Legal practitioners urged to put their health status first
New research finds early Alzheimer's may make some people more social
People showing early signs of Alzheimer’s, such as slight changes in thinking and memory, may actually become more sociable, drawing closer to family and friends for support in daily life.
By 3 months ago
New research finds early Alzheimer's may make some people more social
Snacking on almonds daily can help cut cholesterol, study
Consuming 50 grams of almonds, roughly 45 nuts, each day may help improve cholesterol levels and deliver a variety of metabolic health benefits.
By 3 months ago
Snacking on almonds daily can help cut cholesterol, study
How families are rising above clubfoot stigma
Imagine the heartbreak of knowing that your own mother, the very person who gave you life, once attempted to end it.
By 4 months ago
How families are rising above clubfoot stigma
The sugar trap: How diet and fasting could reverse Type 2 diabetes
When your body can no longer produce enough insulin to keep up, medications step in. At first, one drug may be enough—but over time, more are needed, and doses increase.
By 4 months ago
The sugar trap: How diet and fasting could reverse Type 2 diabetes
Unbroken hope: Kipng'etich's fight with a rare urethral condition
Passing urine, a simple act we take for granted becomes a daily ordeal. The anxiety that comes before every bathroom visit.
By 4 months ago
Unbroken hope: Kipng'etich's fight with a rare urethral condition
Premium
Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health
Most people tend to spend a lot of time in the bathroom, a habit many struggle to break, especially when at the comfort of their home.
By 28 days ago
Why scrolling in the loo is harming your health
Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline
Healthy eating patterns may lower the risk of cognitive decline in old age by up to 40%, while processed and sugary foods can accelerate memory loss and brain aging.
By 1 month ago
Study links processed foods to higher risk of memory decline
Premium
Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business
This is the story of 35-year-old Vincent Machuka, a dog breeder, trainer and also the owner of K9 Machuka Fly Dog security agency.
By 1 month ago
Vincent Machuka: City dweller minting profits from dog business
Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment
For many communities, epilepsy is still wrongly believed to be the result of curses, witchcraft or demonic possession.
By 1 month ago
Breaking the spell: Fighting myths that hinder epilepsy treatment
Unforeseen events have conspired to give President the upper hand
Alexander Chagema
By Alexander Chagema
5 hrs ago
Tourism boost as US families choose Kenya over Caribbean
Financial Standard
By Brian Ngugi
5 hrs ago
Ruto's sovereign fund plan draws scrutiny over governance gaps
Financial Standard
By Brian Ngugi
5 hrs ago
Audit reveals firms, State holding Sh330 billion unclaimed assets
Financial Standard
By Macharia Kamau
5 hrs ago
Beyond revenue: Why Kenya must reform its capital gains tax
Opinion
By Salome Kaiba and Kihara Maina
5 hrs ago