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Ministry preparing to tackle water- and food-borne diseases ahead of El Nino

Health Ministry activates multi-sector preparedness plan to prevent, detect and respond to flood-related health emergencies, including water- and food-borne diseases ahead of El Nino rains.
By Wanjiku Kariuki 2026-08-28 13:09:55
Misuse of antibiotics is highly contributing to AMR, leaving patients with infections that are difficult and costly to treat, experts have warned.
By Mercy Kahenda 2026-08-27 17:41:18
Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok has announced the completion of the 300- bed Dr Joyce Laboso Memorial Mother and Child wellness centre.     
By Kiprono Kurgat 2026-08-27 14:14:03
First Lady Rachel Ruto has said the fight against HIV, adolescent pregnancy and sexual and gender-based violence must move beyond warnings and statistics to protect children from risks.
By Mercy Kahenda And James Omoro 2026-08-26 19:21:29
Between January and May 2026, Mombasa recorded the highest number of cases at 3,989.
By Mate Tongola 2026-08-25 20:05:52
One in three women die every day because of postpartum haemorrhage, as maternal health experts warn that the numbers are likely to surge with the ongoing health workers strike.
By Mercy Kahenda 2026-08-25 17:11:22
 Three governors from the Mt Kenya East region have welcomed the Community Health Promoters free medical cover under the Social Health Authority.
By Phares Mutembei 2026-08-24 13:43:23
For many women, deciding to prevent or delay pregnancy can mean visiting a clinic alone, choosing a contraceptive, dealing with side effects and, sometimes, defending that decision at home.
By Juliet Omelo 2026-08-24 08:00:00
Linda, a one-year-old baby, suffers from moderate malnutrition and is on her journey to recovery.
By Marion Kithi 2026-08-24 07:00:00
Haemophilia diagnosis exposed a family history of unexplained deaths, shattered her marriage and plunged her into a years-long battle to secure treatment for her son.
By Noel Nabiswa 2026-08-24 06:00:00
Women who experience unusually heavy or prolonged periods, unexplained bruising, and frequent nosebleeds or prolonged bleeding should seek medical advice.
By Noel Nabiswa 2026-08-24 06:00:00
Hours of sitting, cramped seats, motion, disrupted eating patterns and limited access to toilets can leave travellers stiff, tired, dehydrated or nauseated.
By Ryan Kerubo 2026-08-24 06:00:00