Kenya moves to regulate traditional medicine as 80 pc rely on it for care

Kenya is positioning itself as a test case for how traditional medicine can be scientifically evaluated, regulated, and safely integrated into mainstream care.

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Overfed and overwhelmed: The hidden health risks of eating too much

The extra volume in the stomach can slow digestion and stretch the stomach wall, causing pain and bloating.

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Inside prescription by assumption fueling drug resistance

Drug resistance, driven by the misuse and overuse of antibiotics, is fast becoming one of Kenya’s most pressing health threats, with consequences that extend across Africa.

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How everyday choices and quick fixes quietly accelerate antimicrobial resistance threat

Instead of going to a health facility for tests, many people reach for a leftover pill, a familiar antibiotic from a nearby chemist or advice from a friend feels quicker, cheaper and easier.

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Kenya embraces single-dose HPV vaccine as cervical cancer deaths remain high

Kenya has officially shifted to a single-dose Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for girls aged between 10 and 14 years, marking a major change in the country’s fight against cervical cancer.

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Reconstructive surgery offers more than treatment of breast cancer

Beyond cancer, women may seek reconstructive or reduction surgery for medical reasons including gigantomastia, a condition where excessively large breasts cause chronic pain.

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Exploring prosthetics, reconstruction and other options after breast removal

Worn inside specially designed prosthetic or mastectomy bras, they help restore balance to the body, reduce strain on the neck and shoulders, and allow clothing to fit more naturally.

By 23 days ago

From wagging tails to healthy tales: How pets improve mind and body

In many Kenyan homes, animals have long served practical roles. Cats keep rodents away, dogs alert families to danger, while birds and rabbits are often kept quietly in backyards.

By 23 days ago

Lesiyampe pledges KNH's cancer centre upgrade to curb patient complaints

Lesiyampe acknowledged the challenges facing the cancer treatment unit, including long waiting times, frequent machine breakdowns, and technology that has not kept pace with modern oncology standards.

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Frequently falling sick? It could signal a weakened immune system

A cold that keeps returning, wounds that take a long time to heal or a constant feeling of tiredness are signals that the body’s immune system is struggling to do its job.

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Games, play and the brain: How fun can strengthen your brain and body

Cognitive games, such as puzzles, strategy and word-based play, stimulate memory, attention and problem-solving skills.

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Kenya, India seek strategic reset in trade, security and technology

Kenya and India are rethinking the future of their bilateral relationship due to shifting global power dynamics, economic uncertainty and security pressures.

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Nairobi to host 2026 World Health Summit regional meeting

The three-day summit will discuss pressing regional priorities including workforce development, digital health, pandemic preparedness and climate-related health risks.

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Pulmonary hypertension: When high blood pressure hits vessels of the lungs

In pulmonary hypertension, the blood vessels in the lungs become narrowed, stiff or blocked, causing pressure to rise inside them.

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Stop the sneezes: How to manage the uncomfortable nasal reflex

Sneezing can be caused by viral infections, such as the common cold, exposure to pollution or chemical fumes, sudden temperature changes, strong perfumes, and even bright light.

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How raw milk and red meat drive brucellosis transmission in humans

Brucellosis typically begins with flu-like symptoms, such as fever, weakness, malaise, headache and weight loss, usually appearing two to four weeks after exposure.

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Health practitioners call for inclusivity in policy formulation

Health practitioners are demanding that their voices must be included in all healthcare policy making and leadership decisions as Kenya ushers in 2026.

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She kept working: Farmer's long and painful fight with brucellosis

Alice Silantoi, a 57-year-old Maasai woman from Narok County, embodies resilience as a farmer and mother of seven.

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When food gets stuck: The right and wrong way to clean your teeth

When food gets stuck between your teeth, the discomfort can be immediate.

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Varicocele: Seek help for that persistent groin pain

Groin discomfort is something many men brush off.

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Kenya to crack down on illegal pharmacies from 2026

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has announced a nationwide crackdown on illegal pharmacies.

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Kenya ups local production of home appliances

Kenya has upped its ante in the local production of electronics, with firms such as K‑Elec Kenya launching a new assembly plant in Syokimau.

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Why early detection of Rift Valley Fever in human beings is difficult

The disease was first identified in 1931 near Naivasha during a sheep epidemic and has since spread to other counties

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Pimple popping: How to break the tiny habit causing big trouble

Many people do not have access to elaborate skincare routines or expensive products.

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New Unicef, Standard Chartered programme targets jobs for young women

This three-year initiative aims to support young women aged 18 to 24 in gaining practical skills, mentorship, and access to job opportunities.

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Burden lifted at last: Teen reclaims her life after rare breast condition

Lydia Mutendwa was diagnosed with juvenile gigantomastia, a rare condition characterised by extreme overgrowth of breast tissue.

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Rare, painful, misunderstood: The medical reality of gigantomastia

Gigantomastia is an extremely rare condition where breast tissue grows excessively, sometimes requiring removal of more than 1.5 kilograms per breast to relieve symptoms.

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State pumps Sh9.7 billion into KMTC infrastructure projects

The government has pumped about Sh9.7 billion into Kenya Medical Training Colleges to support infrastructure and staff establishments.

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Genetic testing initiative launched to unlock personalised cancer care

Testing for changes in breast cancer genes that can be inherited and greatly increase a person’s risk of getting certain cancers, has long been out of reach for many Kenyans due to cost.

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Kenyan ranger feted in London amid growing threat to wildlife

Mountain Bongo Project Head Ranger Laban Mwangi received the 2025 Tusk Wildlife Ranger Award.

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Fresh hope for critically endangered and rare mountain bongo

According to KWS, the animal is classified as critically endangered because wild numbers have fallen sharply over the last few decades.

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Kenya praised for hosting nuclear safety peer-reviews

IAEA experts commended the country for openness to external scrutiny and swift coordination among national agencies.

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Nairobi summit calls for action as experts warn of mental health crisis

M.P. Shah Hospital’s CEO Dr Toseef Din highlighted the scale of the crisis.

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Nairobi Hospital's Cicely McDonell College celebrates 31st graduation

The Nairobi Hospital’s Cicely McDonell College of Health Sciences celebrated on Friday, as it conferred diplomas and certificates to 140 trained nurses

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Breaking barriers: Kenyan women in tech graduate with Sh1.3 million boost to drive innovation

Despite global progress in technology, women remain underrepresented in the tech ecosystem, often facing barriers in funding and access to networks.

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Faith leaders call for investment in health services amid shrinking donor funding

Christian faith and health leaders have called for increased national investment and global solidarity to support health services and promote equitable access to care.

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Health NGOs flag growing resource gaps as health demands rise

Kenya’s health sector is facing widening financing gaps, with new data showing that the money available is not keeping up with the country’s growing healthcare needs.

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Mental health summit calls for awareness, action and resilience

Mental health advocates and stakeholders in Nairobi came together on Wednesday at the Global Mental Health and Well-being Summit 2025.

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How new trade deal will limit Kenyans' access to affordable drugs

Kenya is facing a potential setback in access to affordable medicines as new clauses in the proposed CEPA introduce five extra years of data exclusivity for multinational drug makers.

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Kenya rolls out new lung-care training to strengthen early diagnosis at KNH

Bronchoscopy is a procedure that allows doctors to look directly into the airways using a thin flexible tube equipped with a camera.

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