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Maryann Muganda

Nepal vs Kenya: Two Nations tackling a growing menace

From teenagers to elderly citizens, public smoking is ambiguous while the distinct smell of tobacco follows pedestrians past bus stops, shopfronts, and markets.

Nepal vs Kenya: Two Nations tackling a growing menace

The dangerous obsession with a 'clean' vagina

The dangerous obsession with a 'clean' vagina

State vows to fight GMO misinformation as agency launches strategic plan

State vows to fight GMO misinformation as agency launches strategic plan

Nepal's digital finance and lessons from our mobile money revolution

Nepal's digital finance and lessons from our mobile money revolution

Erased before birth: How gender bias fuels a silent war on unborn girls

This harsh reality, well documented both anecdotally and in data, reflects one of the most chilling forms of gender-based violence: sex-selective abortion.

Erased before birth: How gender bias fuels a silent war on unborn girls

From termites to grasshoppers, why experts want you to eat insects

Across the globe, insects are emerging as a sustainable protein source that nutrition experts champion for both environmental benefits and nutritional profile.

From termites to grasshoppers, why experts want you to eat insects

Infamous fertility specialist opens Nairobi clinic amid ethics queries

Dr Nayana Patel from India has been accused of exploiting poor women through commercial surrogacy.

Infamous fertility specialist opens Nairobi clinic amid ethics queries

Period poverty, child marriage still plague Kenyan girls in 2025

Period poverty and child marriage remain unresolved issues in many parts of the country.

Period poverty, child marriage still plague Kenyan girls in 2025

Govt calls for vigilance amid growing cholera crisis in Kenya

The government has urged the public to exercise heightened vigilance following a confirmed cholera outbreak that has claimed six lives and infected 97 people across several regions in Kenya.

Govt calls for vigilance amid growing cholera crisis in Kenya

Dental Association wants Council chair to resign over unqualified personnel

The members protested from University of Nairobi Dental School to the offices of the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).

Dental Association wants Council chair to resign over unqualified personnel

Kenya battles influenza a surge amid worsening flu season

Over the past few weeks, Kenyans have taken to social media and casual conversations to complain about a mysterious and persistent flu that doesn’t seem to go away.

Kenya battles influenza a surge amid worsening flu season

Ministry of Health sets up task force to scrutinise Sh33 billion NHIF debt

According to Ministry records, the defunct NHIF owes healthcare providers an estimated Sh33 billion in unpaid claims.

Ministry of Health sets up task force to scrutinise Sh33 billion NHIF debt

Can CS Duale alias the bulldozer fix a health sector on the sickbed?

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale is expected to fix medical supply chains, negotiate with bitter unions, make SHA work, and prevent hospitals from turning into morgues with curtains.

Can CS Duale alias the bulldozer fix a health sector on the sickbed?

How AI is transforming maternal healthcare in Murang'a county

Kirwara Level 4 Hospital in Gatanga in collaboration with Jacaranda Health is integrating artificial intelligence to transform maternal healthcare and improve patient outcomes.

How AI is transforming maternal healthcare in Murang'a county

Trump halts Covid-19 research funding, says 'pandemic is over'

Trump administration has now targeted Covid-19-related research grants for termination, citing the pandemic as being over.

Trump halts Covid-19 research funding, says 'pandemic is over'

Nature's secrets: What chimpanzees can teach us about fighting malaria

Recent findings suggest that chimpanzees have evolved unique genetic mechanisms that help them resist malaria, offering potential new avenues for human treatment and prevention strategies.

Nature's secrets: What chimpanzees can teach us about fighting malaria

The rise and rise of street food culture in Nairobi's estates

On the bustling streets of Nairobi, where the city’s dark alleys hum with activity, groups of Kenyans—young and old—gather casually, drink in hand, indulging in their favorite street delicacies.

The rise and rise of street food culture in Nairobi's estates

Medics condemn broken health system after doctor's tragic death

The tragic death of Dr Daniel Ndenge, a young medical registrar at KNH, has sparked outrage among healthcare professionals, highlighting the plight of medics under SHA.

Medics condemn broken health system after doctor's tragic death

Silent pain of sickle cell anemia

Jeniffer Adhiambo Ayara, a 27-year-old mother from Ahero, Kisumu County, is a woman caught in the relentless storm of parenting two young children, both living with sickle cell anemia.

Silent pain of sickle cell anemia

Relief for patients after clinical officers call off strike

The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers, the Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors on Wednesday signed a return-to-work agreement.

Relief for patients after clinical officers call off strike

How businesses are using TikTok Live to cut costs, grow earnings

Over the years, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), and now TikTok have transformed the digital landscape, bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds.

How businesses are using TikTok Live to cut costs, grow earnings

Nairobi River, flooded with promises but filled with waste

Ruto’s latest cleanup initiative is his fourth attempt since taking office. Critics argue that the Nairobi River cleanup has become a cash cow.

Nairobi River, flooded with promises but filled with waste

Body's best kept secrets: Discovery of new organ could change medicine

How well do you know your body? For centuries, the human body has been studied in great detail, yet researchers continue to make surprising discoveries.

Body's best kept secrets: Discovery of new organ could change medicine

Mouth to mind: Is your oral health putting you at Alzheimer's risk?

The human brain remains one of the greatest mysteries in science, controlling virtually every function in the body.

Mouth to mind: Is your oral health putting you at Alzheimer's risk?

Turning the tide: How menstrual cups are fighting period poverty

Period poverty, the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products and proper sanitation, remains a widespread issue, particularly in low-income and rural areas.

Turning the tide: How menstrual cups are fighting period poverty

Clinical officers demand ouster of SHA officials

KUCO has intensified its push for the removal of key officials at Social Health Authority (SHA), accusing them of incompetence and discriminatory practices.

By 2 months ago

Clinical officers demand ouster of SHA officials

Scientists detect new coronavirus strain linked to bats

Scientists have discovered a new strain of coronavirus in bats, known as HKU5-CoV-2, that has potential to infect humans.

By 2 months ago

Scientists detect new coronavirus strain linked to bats

Concern as mystery disease kills over 50 people in DRC

A deadly outbreak of an unidentified illness has already claimed over 50 lives in the northwestern Équateur province, raising fears of another potential epidemic,

By 2 months ago

Concern as mystery disease kills over 50 people in DRC

Oxfam: Why women are 'undervalued' in business, labour markets

Women in Kenya continue to face significant barriers in business and economic participation despite progress in gender equality.

By 2 months ago

Oxfam: Why women are 'undervalued' in business, labour markets

Filthy, deadly: Flies in hospital wards spread drug-resistant bacteria, health experts warn

Hospital wards, meant to be sanctuaries of healing, may also be breeding grounds for drug-resistant bacteria, thanks to an unexpected culprit—flies.

By 2 months ago

Filthy, deadly: Flies in hospital wards spread drug-resistant bacteria, health experts warn

Study shows ADHD is more than just behavioural, it's biological

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by symptoms, such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

By 2 months ago

Study shows ADHD is more than just behavioural, it's biological

Shocking discovery: Microplastics found in the human brain

A new study has confirmed that microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) accumulate in the human brain at significantly higher levels than in the liver or kidneys.

By 2 months ago

Shocking discovery: Microplastics found in the human brain

Anxiety: Modern-day epidemic or an affliction only for the wealthy elite?

Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but when it becomes persistent and overwhelming, it develops into an anxiety disorder.

By 2 months ago

Anxiety: Modern-day epidemic or an affliction only for the wealthy elite?

Crisis looms in the health sector as clinical officers begin strike

A major healthcare crisis is unfolding across the country as clinical officers begin their nationwide strike at midnight tonight, with doctors in Kericho County set to follow suit in two weeks.

By 2 months ago

Crisis looms in the health sector as clinical officers begin strike

Fighting cancer: From stigma to survival, a growing crisis

A mother of two with many dreams, she discovered a lump in her breast. A subsequent diagnosis confirmed her worst fear: breast cancer.

By 2 months ago

Fighting cancer: From stigma to survival, a growing crisis

Fake drugs, shortages and high costs major threat to access to medicine, CS Barasa

The scarcity has left vulnerable populations at significant risk, with public health experts warning that prolonged stockouts could lead to increased mortality rates.

By 2 months ago

Fake drugs, shortages and high costs major threat to access to medicine, CS Barasa

The painful reality of toxic, substandard sanitary towels

International studies have uncovered toxic metals such as lead, arsenic and cadmium in menstrual products worldwide.With Kenyan women sharing harrowing experiences.

By 3 months ago

The painful reality of toxic, substandard sanitary towels

Era of designer babies coming soon

Scientists promise a future where parents can control their child’s DNA—choosing traits from intelligence to immunity.Experts warn of ethical minefields and unintended consequences.

By 3 months ago

Era of designer babies coming soon

Why young adults are suffering heart attacks

Recent studies indicate that approximately 30 percent of urban Kenyan adults have elevated cholesterol levels, yet fewer than 15 percent are aware of their condition.

By 3 months ago

Why young adults are suffering heart attacks

I was chased by my neighbours when I got cervical cancer

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women, claiming an estimated 350,000 lives globally in 2022.

By 3 months ago

I was chased by my neighbours when I got cervical cancer

Relief as 9.3m children vaccines land ending crippling shortage

The arrival of the first batch of 9.3 million doses of critical childhood jabs is set to alleviate a biting shortage of the vaccines, which has put the health of newborns at risk.

By 3 months ago

Relief as 9.3m children vaccines land ending crippling shortage

Truck drivers, business people most vulnerable to Mpox, MoH

The latest Mpox survey by the Ministry of Health puts truck drivers at high risk followed by business people and female commercial sex workers.

By 3 months ago

Truck drivers, business people most vulnerable to Mpox, MoH

Clinical officers suspend strike temporarily

KUCO has announced a temporary suspension of its ongoing strike for 21 days following discussions with the Council of Governors (CoG) and the Ministry of Health (MoH).

By 3 months ago

Clinical officers suspend strike temporarily

Government confirms arrival of TB, BCG vaccines

Kenyan parents can breathe easy after the country received 9.3 million doses of critical childhood vaccines to address shortages in the country.

By 3 months ago

Government confirms arrival of TB, BCG vaccines

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