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Maryann Muganda

Aga Khan University launches initiative to combat dementia

In Kenya, the stigma surrounding dementia remains a significant barrier to care and support, largely due to limited knowledge and understanding of the condition.

Aga Khan University launches initiative to combat dementia

How AI is driving war on mother-to-child transmission of HIV

How AI is driving war on mother-to-child transmission of HIV

Unheard voices: Families silent war on respiratory papillomas

Unheard voices: Families silent war on respiratory papillomas

Young doctors die as once-coveted career turns sour

Young doctors die as once-coveted career turns sour

When masturbation exposes you to urinary tract infections

When masturbation becomes excessive, or is practiced aggressively, it can lead to discomfort and potential harm. It can also harm the urinary tract, particularly if hygiene is not maintained.

When masturbation exposes you to urinary tract infections

HIV and HPV take devastating toll on homosexuals in Kenya

In the vibrant streets of Nairobi, a silent health crisis is unfolding, casting a shadow over the lives of gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with men (GBMSM).

HIV and HPV take devastating toll on homosexuals in Kenya

Decades later, Kenya has seen significant progress and hurdles in HIV fight

Despite a gradual reduction in new HIV infections in the country, more men and boys continue to succumb to AIDS-related complications.

Decades later, Kenya has seen significant progress and hurdles in HIV fight

NHIF staff receive redeployment letters

Workers of the moribund national health insurer are now preparing to shift to new roles, as others begin life in retirement.

NHIF staff receive redeployment letters

KMTC launches Diploma course to support UHC

KMPTC has introduced a three-year Diploma in Health Insurance Management, to support the recently rolled out SHA.

KMTC launches Diploma course to support UHC

Shifting epidemic: How fight against HIVAids has evolved over the years

Once regarded as a crisis, Kenya has made significant strides in combating the disease, reducing new infections by 53 per cent since 2010 and cutting AIDS-related deaths by over 60 per cent.

Shifting epidemic: How fight against HIVAids has evolved over the years

Rising HIV cases among older men and Gen Z worry experts

Recent health data reveals an alarming rise in HIV transmission rate between older men and young women, presenting a complex picture of Kenya’s fight against HIV/Aids.

Rising HIV cases among older men and Gen Z worry experts

Government forms special committee to tackle rising violence against women

The government has formed a special parliamentary committee to spearhead a comprehensive response to confront the alarming surge in GBV and femicide cases plaguing the nation.

Government forms special committee to tackle rising violence against women

Neurological conditions that come with aging on the rise in Kenya, warn experts

In many African societies, brain-related conditions are often stigmatised, and sometimes seen as witchcraft.

Neurological conditions that come with aging on the rise in Kenya, warn experts

Gaps in new health insurance scheme hurting patients

Critical patient groups, like those grappling with cancer and renal issues, bear the brunt of a chaotic SHA implementation as many medical facilities demand out-of-pocket payments.

Gaps in new health insurance scheme hurting patients

Silent tragedy: Understanding Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

The World Health Organization (WHO) identifies SIDS as one of the leading causes of death among infants aged a month to a year in developed countries.

Silent tragedy: Understanding Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

One dead as Kenya Mpox cases hit 14

The Ministry of Health on Thursday made the announcement saying the latest case had been recorded in Uasin Gishu County.

One dead as Kenya Mpox cases hit 14

State now promises to clear hospitals' debt

The government has committed to settle debts owed to private and faith-based health facilities by the defunct NHIF starting with a disbursement of Sh1.5 billion within 90 days.

State now promises to clear hospitals' debt

How postpartum haemorrhage risk is killing joy of motherhood

According to the WHO, postpartum hemorrhage affects approximately 14 million women globally each year, resulting in about 70,000 maternal deaths.

How postpartum haemorrhage risk is killing joy of motherhood

Urgent calls to end sexual violence dominate Girl Child's day

Conflicts around the world continue to displace families, with girls often bearing the brunt of consequences, including increased risk of violence and interrupted schooling.

Urgent calls to end sexual violence dominate Girl Child's day

Foggy living: Struggles of those trapped in mental ailments

The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Mathari Hospital has launched a five-year strategic plan for 2024-2029.

By 2 months ago

Foggy living: Struggles of those trapped in mental ailments

Calls to end sexual violence against children dominate Girl Child's day

Persistent data gaps, particularly on boys’ experiences and non-contact forms of sexual violence, highlight the need for increased investment in data collection.

By 2 months ago

Calls to end sexual violence against children dominate Girl Child's day

Kenya on high alert as Marburg virus cases increase in Rwanda

Marburg virus disease is a rare but severe hemorrhagic fever that affects humans and non-human primates. It belongs to the same family as the Ebola virus and is equally deadly.

By 2 months ago

Kenya on high alert as Marburg virus cases increase in Rwanda

Fight to decriminalise attempted suicide gains momentum as cases surge

Globally, the WHO reports that more than 700,000 people die by suicide every year, with 77 per cent of these deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries.

By 2 months ago

Fight to decriminalise attempted suicide gains momentum as cases surge

Gold in the blood: Study highlights its potential role in human health

Scientists say that gold, being an excellent conductor of electricity, may play a subtle yet crucial role in transmitting electrical signals throughout our body.

By 2 months ago

Gold in the blood: Study highlights its potential role in human health

Clinical officers threaten strike over enrolment in SHA system

Kuco says move has forced them to serve clients who are paying in cash only. Kenyans continue to express dissatisfaction with the forced transition from NHIF to SHIF.

By 2 months ago

Clinical officers threaten strike over enrolment in SHA system

Protests as NHIF members are migrated to new health scheme

There were widespread complaints after members of the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund were migrated to the new Social Health Authority.

By 2 months ago

Protests as NHIF members are migrated to new health scheme

Mending broken hearts: Kenya's fight against cardiovascular disease

A study from KEMRI in 2023 revealed that only 22 per cent of Kenyans with hypertension are on treatment, highlighting a significant gap in disease management.

By 2 months ago

Mending broken hearts: Kenya's fight against cardiovascular disease

Rabies, a deadly threat to man's best friend

In Kenya, rabies claims an estimated 2,000 lives annually, straining the bond between humans and their canine companions.

By 2 months ago

Rabies, a deadly threat to man's best friend

Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis silent threat to children

A rare but potentially life-threatening condition known as Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP) is affecting an increasing number of patients, particularly children.

By 2 months ago

Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis silent threat to children

Death of intern doctor points out unresolved health sector issues

The medical community has been shaken by the tragic death of Dr Desree Moraa Obwogi, a medical intern at Gatundu Level 5 Hospital

By 2 months ago

Death of intern doctor points out unresolved health sector issues

Rising suicide rates among Kenyan medics

Dr Desree Moraa Obwogi's death is not an isolated incident but part of a disturbing trend that has left the medical fraternity reeling.

By 2 months ago

Rising suicide rates among Kenyan medics

Inhalers: Lifesavers for asthma, but hidden environmental threat

According to a 2019 WHO report, a typical inhaler containing the propellant HFA-134a has a carbon footprint equivalent to a 180-mile car journey.

By 2 months ago

Inhalers: Lifesavers for asthma, but hidden environmental threat

Navigating urethral defects in newborns

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), hypospadias affects approximately one in 250 male births worldwide.

By 2 months ago

Navigating urethral defects in newborns

Crisis deepens at Nairobi Hospital as doctors issue strike threat

This comes amid a deepening crisis, occasioned by management wrangles, with some stakeholders calling for the resignation of the hospital’s board.

By 2 months ago

Crisis deepens at Nairobi Hospital as doctors issue strike threat

Supplies management agency enhances crackdown on unlicensed practitioners

The initiative comes as part of KISM’s broader strategy to combat fraud and enhance the integrity of public procurement processes.

By 2 months ago

Supplies management agency enhances crackdown on unlicensed practitioners

Africa's counterfeit drug crisis

New research suggests that up to one-fifth of medicines circulating in the continent may be fake or substandard.

By 3 months ago

Africa's counterfeit drug crisis

Lymphoma: Deadly cancer claiming lives of children in Africa

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society describe Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma as a type of cancer that begins in the lymphatic system, which is part of the body’s germ-fighting immune system.

By 3 months ago

Lymphoma: Deadly cancer claiming lives of children in Africa

300 killed in a year of banditry attacks - report

Increased use of terrorism-like violence shows that the modern-day livestock rustling has evolved significantly from the traditional cattle raiding practices

By 3 months ago

300 killed in a year of banditry attacks - report

Hemorrhoids: Common yet hidden disease affecting millions globally

Dr Naftaly Ngugi Gitau explains that haemorrhoids occur when veins in the lower part of the rectum and anus become swollen. While sometimes painless, they can bleed.

By 3 months ago

Hemorrhoids: Common yet hidden disease affecting millions globally

CS says State will procure 2 million Mpox jabs, warns on false reports

Health CS Deborah Barasa said the vaccines will be allocated to high-risk individuals, as part of a broader strategy to mitigate the spread of the disease.

By 3 months ago

CS says State will procure 2 million Mpox jabs, warns on false reports

Kenya ranks poorly in USAID report on maternal mortality in Africa

Kenya ranks among the top five African countries with the highest rates of maternal mortality, a statistic that casts a long shadow over the country's health policies.

By 3 months ago

Kenya ranks poorly in USAID report on maternal mortality in Africa

Yet another suspected mpox case as Africa grapples with response

Samples from a 21-year-old woman referred to a Thika hospital from Murang’a are being analysed. Since January, Africa has reported over 13,700 mpox cases, resulting in 1,500 deaths.

By 3 months ago

Yet another suspected mpox case as Africa grapples with response

Stiff Person Syndrome: A rare but debilitating neurological disorder

Stiff Person Syndrome can have a profound impact on the patient, often leading to significant disability and reduced quality of life.

By 4 months ago

Stiff Person Syndrome: A rare but debilitating neurological disorder

More young mothers adopt bottle-feeding to avoid 'sagging boobs'

Breastfeeding has been touted as a critical part of motherhood as it creates the first strong bond between mother and baby, which grows stronger into their adulthood.

By 4 months ago

More young mothers adopt bottle-feeding to avoid 'sagging boobs'

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