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Ryan Kerubo

Health CS Barasa apologises for SHA system breakdown

The Ministry of health has acknowledged and apologized over system failures with the SHA, which have disrupted provision of healthcare services in the country.

Health CS Barasa apologises for SHA system breakdown

Ministry admits to shortage of babies' vaccine

Ministry admits to shortage of babies' vaccine

Eating non-food items: What Pica reveals about your health

Eating non-food items: What Pica reveals about your health

Why you're losing your appetite: Surprising causes and tips to regain it

Why you're losing your appetite: Surprising causes and tips to regain it

A sip a day: Sedentary non coffee drinkers face 60pc higher risk of death- Study

A recent study found that non-coffee drinkers who sit for six or more hours daily have a 60 per cent higher risk of dying compared to coffee drinkers sitting for less than six hours.

A sip a day: Sedentary non coffee drinkers face 60pc higher risk of death- Study

Feeling full too soon? Here's how to tame your appetite, enjoy mealtimes

Many people experience feeling full after just a few bites, find that the smell or sight of food doesn’t appeal to them or start avoiding meals with others because eating feels like a chore.

Feeling full too soon? Here's how to tame your appetite, enjoy mealtimes

Scientist transforming livestock health through genetic breakthroughs

Ethel Webi’s fascination with viruses’ genetic makeup led her to pursue biotechnology at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.

Scientist transforming livestock health through genetic breakthroughs

From village boy to veterinary pioneer fighting cattle disease

Dr Wyckliff Ng’etich's journey into veterinary medicine was inspired by a deep love for animal health, rooted in transformative childhood experiences in Kaproret village, in the Rift Valley.

From village boy to veterinary pioneer fighting cattle disease

Battle of the bite: Five reasons why you should go for whole fruits not juice

WHO emphasises that fruits are best consumed in their most natural form to retain their vitamins, antioxidants and micronutrients.

Battle of the bite: Five reasons why you should go for whole fruits not juice

Dry, crusty nose? It could be Atrophic Rhinitis

Many people notice their nose feels dry and clogged with crusty lumps, especially after being in dusty or dry places, but few realize this could signal something more serious.

Dry, crusty nose? It could be Atrophic Rhinitis

Hormone therapy for breast cancer patients may reduce dementia risk, study shows

Hormone Modulating Therapy (HMT), widely used to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, could offer more than just cancer treatment. It may lower the risk of dementia.

Hormone therapy for breast cancer patients may reduce dementia risk, study shows

Feeling burned out? Recognize signs and recharge with these simple tips

While it’s not a medical condition, burnout often drives people to seek help due to its impact on physical and mental health.

Feeling burned out? Recognize signs and recharge with these simple tips

Study links endometriosis and uterine fibroids to premature death risk

A recent study from the Nurses’ Health Study II has revealed long-term health risks linked to endometriosis and uterine fibroids.

Study links endometriosis and uterine fibroids to premature death risk

Study links fibroids and endometriosis to higher death risk

According to KNBS non-communicable diseases such as cancers, where endometriosis and fibroids play a role, are among the leading causes of death in women.

Study links fibroids and endometriosis to higher death risk

How Nakuru childcare centres are empowering women and transforming lives

The daycare is well-organised, with designated sections for toys, reading, drawing, and games, all aimed at nurturing children's development.

How Nakuru childcare centres are empowering women and transforming lives

How social norms hinder uptake of contraceptives among youth

Kenya has made strides in addressing HIV, but adolescents remain disproportionately affected.

How social norms hinder uptake of contraceptives among youth

How to tell the difference between food allergy and food intolerance

Food allergies occur when the immune system mistakenly treats certain foods as harmful. This causes symptoms, such as skin rashes, stomach issues, or even difficulty breathing.

How to tell the difference between food allergy and food intolerance

We have disbursed nearly Sh3.7b to hospitals so far, says SHA boss

SHA acting CEO Robert Ingasira said more funds will be disbursed to cater for NHIF claims and the Linda Mama Programme.

We have disbursed nearly Sh3.7b to hospitals so far, says SHA boss

Helpful tips to keep dry skin at bay and protect your skin year-round

When skin lacks moisture, it can become dry, itchy and even cracked but certain factors like frequent washing, aging and harsh soaps can worsen it.

By 2 months ago

Helpful tips to keep dry skin at bay and protect your skin year-round

Pregnancy: Embracing the awkward moments with grace

For most women, pregnancy is both surprising and challenging, filled with symptoms that can be as embarrassing as they are unexpected.

By 2 months ago

Pregnancy: Embracing the awkward moments with grace

Stroke spiking in younger adults, new study reveals

Once considered a condition for those over 65, stroke cases are now rising significantly in people under 55, with high blood pressure being the biggest risk factor.

By 2 months ago

Stroke spiking in younger adults, new study reveals

Your feet just won't fit in your usual shoes? Could be edema

Edema can stem from a variety of medical conditions, including heart or kidney failure, liver disease, and lymphatic system obstructions.

By 2 months ago

Your feet just won't fit in your usual shoes? Could be edema

Female condoms: An overlooked choice in sexual health with big benefits

Unlike male condoms, which are worn on the outside, female condoms are inserted in the vagina or anus before sex.

By 2 months ago

Female condoms: An overlooked choice in sexual health with big benefits

Pinched nerve? Signs you shouldn't ignore and how to manage the pain

There are telltale signs of a pinched nerve you shouldn’t overlook. If you notice consistent tingling, muscle weakness, or numbness in specific areas of your body, it’s time to take action.

By 2 months ago

Pinched nerve? Signs you shouldn't ignore and how to manage the pain

Israel's world's first artificial corneal implants restore sight to the blind

Many patients who could benefit from corneal transplants are left without treatment due to the shortage of donor tissue. Artificial corneas could address this challenge.

By 3 months ago

Israel's world's first artificial corneal implants restore sight to the blind

Is it breast cancer, fibrocystic mastopathy or benign nodules?

A self-breast exam might reveal a lump or lumps, causing worry about the possibility of breast cancer. It’s crucial to understand the different conditions associated with these lumps.

By 3 months ago

Is it breast cancer, fibrocystic mastopathy or benign nodules?

What ails Kenya's healthcare system

The overlap between public and private healthcare services, which has contributed to a complex and often inefficient system remains one of the most pressing challenges.

By 3 months ago

What ails Kenya's healthcare system

Reimagining healthcare with revolving fund pharmacies

Medical professionals, particularly doctors and staff in public hospitals, are increasingly operating private pharmacies and healthcare facilities alongside their public duties.

By 3 months ago

Reimagining healthcare with revolving fund pharmacies

Private sector contributing 50pc to Kenya's healthcare system, report

The private sector plays a crucial role in Kenya's healthcare market, contributing to nearly 50 per cent of healthcare services, a report has revealed.

By 3 months ago

Private sector contributing 50pc to Kenya's healthcare system, report

New study links weight loss pills to stomach paralysis

A new research has revealed a troubling link between these drugs and stomach paralysis, a condition known as gastroparesis.

By 3 months ago

New study links weight loss pills to stomach paralysis

Life tragedies condemned me to a life of pain, struggles

In this world, some live by the collective triaphilia—the steeped belief that certain events occur in threes.

By 4 months ago

Life tragedies condemned me to a life of pain, struggles

A closer look at Tuberculosis, Kenya's leading health threat

With around 130,000 new cases each year, Tuberculosis remains a significant health concern in Kenya. Among these, 50,000 are also HIV-positive, making the disease even more fatal.

By 4 months ago

A closer look at Tuberculosis, Kenya's leading health threat

Antibiotics and the four rules of the game

According to the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, antibiotics are medicines that stop infections caused by bacteria either by killing it or preventing them from reproducing.

By 4 months ago

Antibiotics and the four rules of the game

Five easy lifestyle changes to achieve cholesterol scale down

High cholesterol, also known as hypercholesterolemia, occurs when your blood is carrying around too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol.

By 4 months ago

Five easy lifestyle changes to achieve cholesterol scale down

Screen fatigue: The dark side of modern tech gadgets

Screen fatigue, often referred to as digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome, is a growing concern in our technology-driven world.

By 4 months ago

Screen fatigue: The dark side of modern tech gadgets

Mysterious pain in the heel? That could be Plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia, a strong band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot, gets small micro-tears. This tissue becomes irritated and inflamed.

By 4 months ago

Mysterious pain in the heel? That could be Plantar fasciitis

Hungry for change? Six simple ways to ditch bad eating habits

Obesity, an effect of bad eating and lifestyle habits, affects over 1.9 billion adults worldwide, with more than 650 million classified as corpulent.

By 5 months ago

Hungry for change? Six simple ways to ditch bad eating habits

Melatonin: Is it a safer solution for sleep disorders?

Insufficient or poor-quality sleep has been linked to various chronic conditions affecting the cardiovascular, nervous and immune systems, as well as disrupting metabolic functions.

By 5 months ago

Melatonin: Is it a safer solution for sleep disorders?

Four tips to help your baby sleep longer

Activities like a warm bath, gentle rocking or a lullaby can be soothing and help your baby transition from wakefulness to sleep.

By 5 months ago

Four tips to help your baby sleep longer

Understanding vertigo, the spinning sensation

Vertigo isn't just feeling dizzy or light-headed; it's a specific type of dizziness where you feel like you or your surroundings are spinning or moving, even when you're not.

By 5 months ago

Understanding vertigo, the spinning sensation

Nap attack: What happens when sleep can't wait

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that can significantly impact daily life by causing sudden nap attacks, making individuals fall asleep at any time, in any situation.

By 6 months ago

Nap attack: What happens when sleep can't wait

Five counties to benefit from USAID health improvement programme

The selected counties spend less than 30 per cent of their budgets on health,

By 6 months ago

Five counties to benefit from USAID health improvement programme

Ground-breaking DNA research highlights Kenya's role in human origins

Kenya's rich fossil history, dating back seven million years, offers unparalleled insights into human evolution.

By 6 months ago

Ground-breaking DNA research highlights Kenya's role in human origins

Kenya advances in global gender equality rankings

The 2024 list by the World Economic Forum indicates that the country has moved from the 77th position to 75th globally, with a score of 0.712.

By 6 months ago

Kenya advances in global gender equality rankings

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