Ayoki Onyango

Ayoki Onyango writes for the Standard Health

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Study gives red meat clean bill of health after warnings

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-08-12 00:00:00

Kenyans eating food contaminated with cancer-causing toxins - survey

Samples collected from supermarkets in Nairobi, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nyeri, Kitale and Mombasa were found to be contaminated with aflatoxin and fumonisin.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-08-19 06:00:00

Hysterectomy leads to more health risks, new study reveals

One of the permanent effects of hysterectomy is that once it is done, the woman will no longer be able to become pregnant or menstruate.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-10-13 22:58:07

Hysterectomy leads to more health risks, new study reveals

One of the permanent effects of hysterectomy is that once it is done, the woman will no longer be able to become pregnant or menstruate.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-10-13 22:58:07

Effective treatments for erectile dysfunction in men with diabetes

Achieving and maintaining an erection requires the interaction between the neurological, arterial, hormonal and psychological functions of the body.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-10-26 21:19:00

Effective treatments for erectile dysfunction in men with diabetes

Cervical cancer ravages women despite availability of HPV vaccine

Kenya has over 10 million women aged from 15 and above who are at high risk of HPV infections, which develop into cervical cancer.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-11-11 00:00:00

Cervical cancer ravages women despite availability of HPV vaccine

Study links eggs and cholesterol to higher risk of heart disease

A new report associates heart disease with increasing consumption of eggs.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-11-25 06:57:45

Study links eggs and cholesterol to higher risk of heart disease

Cold, flu or allergy? When your blocked nose won't stop running

Many people are currently experiencing allergic rhinitis, which has resulted in running nose, sneezing, itching body and nasal congestion.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-11-25 07:05:37

Cold, flu or allergy? When your blocked nose won't stop running

Why vaccination remains the best option to combat diseases

Vaccines are meant for healthy people to protect against diseases, and everybody needs them.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-12-02 00:00:00

Why vaccination remains the best option to combat diseases

Why flu treatment could be a lifesaver for diabetic patients

Medical experts now say that treatment for influenza and other opportunistic infections can help prevent hospitalisation for those suffering from diabetes.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-12-16 14:22:15

Why flu treatment could be a lifesaver for diabetic patients

Cocaine: The slimming shortcut you should avoid at all costs

Cocaine causes a buildup of dopamine in the brain by preventing its recycling back into the cells that release it, impairing normal communication between nerve cells.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-12-17 00:00:00

Cocaine: The slimming shortcut you should avoid at all costs

Behind festive smiles: The hidden toll of stress on Kenyans

The financial stress that comes from poor planning is particularly evident in January. After the December holiday season, Kenyans often struggle to meet recurring expenses.

By Ayoki Onyango 2024-12-21 15:00:00