Gloria Milimu - The Standard

×

The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest.

Standard Group Plc HQ Office,
The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road.
P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
Telephone number: 0203222111, 0719012111
Email: [email protected]

NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS

Digital News

.

Gloria Milimu

New clinical trial in Kenya could move needle in cancer treatment

A new clinical trial to investigate the effectiveness of a novel cancer drug could drastically change how one of the most devastating global health challenges is managed in Kenya and beyond.

By Gloria Milimu 2 months ago

New clinical trial in Kenya could move needle in cancer treatment

Africa's cancer burden on the rise as deaths cross 700,000 mark

Africa's cancer burden on the rise as deaths cross 700,000 mark

By Gloria Milimu 1 year ago

Venous thrombosis: When inactivity leads to clotting

Venous thrombosis: When inactivity leads to clotting

By Mercy Kahenda, Gloria Milimu 1 year ago

Inside UON's digital health facility

Inside UON's digital health facility

By Fred Kagonye and Gloria Milimu 1 year ago

Coping with rare conditions of friendly fire in the body

Autoimmune diseases are on the rise globally, and for many countries, the growing number of patients makes this poorly understood category of disease a public health crisis.

By Gloria Milimu 1 year ago

Coping with rare conditions of friendly fire in the body

Why it's so hard for addicts to 'just quit'

Prolonged abuse of alcohol and opioids affects the brain's reward system due to the less amount of dopamine produced in the brain.

By Gloria Milimu 1 year ago

Why it's so hard for addicts to 'just quit'

Kenya on high alert as Tanzania confirms outbreak of Marburg virus

The World Health Organization has put Kenya on notice following the outbreak of the Marburg virus in Tanzania on Tuesday.

By Stephanie Wangari and Gloria Milimu 1 year ago

Kenya on high alert as Tanzania confirms outbreak of Marburg virus

My eyes shrunk in size, affected my walking

Statistics from the Ministry of Health indicate that about 75,000 people have corneal diseases in Kenya.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

My eyes shrunk in size, affected my walking

Kenya only has 12 blood cancer specialists, ouch!

The absence of political prioritization of childhood cancer treatment by governments and health systems is impacting on cancer management in Sub-Saharan Africa.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Kenya only has 12 blood cancer specialists, ouch!

Report: 53 per cent of women have access to contraceptives

Adolescents aged between 10 and 14 years who accessed the family planning services between 2021 and 2022 was 10,836.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Report: 53 per cent of women have access to contraceptives

At King George VI Hospital Kenyans were treated last

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) in Nairobi, was initially the Native Civil Hospital when it opened in 1901. It was renamed King George VI, after Queen Elizabeth's father who died in 1952.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

At King George VI Hospital Kenyans were treated last

The nightmare of living with a disability in Nairobi

Infrastructure depending on their design can enable or impede access and participation of persons with disabilities.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

The nightmare of living with a disability in Nairobi

Almost all Kenyan men circumcised, Health ministry report on HIV shows

The latest HIV prevalence report in Kenya shows that as of 2018, some 91.7 per cent of male Kenyans had undergone circumcision.

By David Njaaga and Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Almost all Kenyan men circumcised, Health ministry report on HIV shows

Education players seek revision of calendar

Ministry urged to cover for the days interfered with by the electoral period. Parents warn of poor performance in national exams due to the long period learners spent at home.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Education players seek revision of calendar

Why doping should give Kenyans sleepless nights

Worry more about the rising doping cases among Kenya's athletes, and not about the poor show at the recently concluded World Championships, veteran athletes have said.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Why doping should give Kenyans sleepless nights

One in five teen girls in Kenya is pregnant, health report shows

The study found that public health facilities were the main sources of contraceptives among 49 per cent of adolescent girls, followed by pharmacies.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

One in five teen girls in Kenya is pregnant, health report shows

Vitiligo victims unite to increase awareness and prevent stigma

Society estimates that about 1 million people have it in Kenya. There is lack of public awareness and attendant stigma.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Vitiligo victims unite to increase awareness and prevent stigma

Shortage of rotavirus vaccines to end by July - MoH

According to UNICEF, these disruptions have impacted at least 20 countries forcing them to switch to other vaccines or delay their introductions.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Shortage of rotavirus vaccines to end by July - MoH

Boat ambulance, the cruise between life and death

A journey from Faza Island to King Fahd would take one up to three hours on water or even more depending on the tides.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Boat ambulance, the cruise between life and death

More than 30 KEMSA managers sent on leave, to reapply for jobs

The affected managers have been directed to reapply for their positions, sources at KEMSA said.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

More than 30 KEMSA managers sent on leave, to reapply for jobs

Fermented uji, mursik, busaa curb infections

A healthy diet, coupled with a good digestive system, ensures free flow of food.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Fermented uji, mursik, busaa curb infections

NHIF patients won’t get services at private hospitals starting Monday

NHIF maintains that its new rates will allow the insurer to increase the number of people benefiting from its services.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

NHIF patients won’t get services at private hospitals starting Monday

Why that kitchen chopping board is not so innocent

Experts suggest that you wash the cutting board in hot soapy water and air dry it or pat it dry with a clean paper towel.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Why that kitchen chopping board is not so innocent

Why alcohol, drugs and vaccines are not blood brothers

For Kenyans on medication, the festive season can be a trying moment with the temptation to ignore prescription and doctor’s warnings.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Why alcohol, drugs and vaccines are not blood brothers

Pregnant, need a booster? Here is the new Covid-19 vaccine schedule

Pregnant women will be offered the mRNA vaccines which includes the Pfizer and Moderna vaccine at any stage of the pregnancy.

By Gloria Milimu 2 years ago

Pregnant, need a booster? Here is the new Covid-19 vaccine schedule

Men suffer ‘postpartum depression’ big time

Experts say cooperation between spouses is critical in dealing with stress triggers and unlike maternal postpartum depression.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Men suffer ‘postpartum depression’ big time

Beards: Making a statement in ever- changing fashion world

Facial hair is determined by age, career, social class, exposure but the pandemic shaved off some trends.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Beards: Making a statement in ever- changing fashion world

'Avoid using thick oils and jelly on chin'

Hair products used should be gentle on the skin and if possible, fragrance-free and hydrating.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

'Avoid using thick oils and jelly on chin'

The Nairobi slum hospital that inspired the president to do more

Hundreds of women have been thronging the centre since it introduced maternity services in 2018.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

The Nairobi slum hospital that inspired the president to do more

Dr Githinji appointed to African Covid-19 response commission

Kenya is among the countries represented in the African Covid-19 Response Commission following the appointment of Amref-Africa CEO, Dr Githinji Gitahi

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Dr Githinji appointed to African Covid-19 response commission

Scientists using vaginal fluids to develop vaccine

They want to develop a vaccine for women that will stop the virus at the point of infection and identify the cells which interact with the virus.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Scientists using vaginal fluids to develop vaccine

Government sets its sight on quack opticians

The eye care profession has been flooded by quacks and the government has set its eyes on weeding them out.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Government sets its sight on quack opticians

Government sets its sight on quack opticians, illegal eye clinics

Some Kenyans have either had deteriorating eyesight or resulted in total blindness after seeking their services.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Government sets its sight on quack opticians, illegal eye clinics

Indian Covid-19 variant ‘transmissible, deadly, can dodge vaccines’

Experts say variants occur due to the changing nature of viruses with a new variant having one or two mutations

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Indian Covid-19 variant ‘transmissible, deadly, can dodge vaccines’

You can get vaccinated and still enjoy alcohol - experts

India recently cut back on Astra Zeneca vaccines exports due to a surge in infections at home.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

You can get vaccinated and still enjoy alcohol - experts

Digital parents: TV my dad, tablet my mum

Digital devices have revolutionised the way children learn, interact with the world, communicate, and get entertained.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Digital parents: TV my dad, tablet my mum

Ten counties lagging behind in Covid-19 vaccine uptake

The government last week confirmed that more than 800,000 doses had been dispatched for vaccination countrywide.

By Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Ten counties lagging behind in Covid-19 vaccine uptake

Private jab imports banned as the UK blacklists Kenya

Government says it will not approve the Russian vaccine for distribution because it is not on the WHO-approved list

By Beldeen Waliaula and Gloria Milimu 3 years ago

Private jab imports banned as the UK blacklists Kenya

.

Latest Stories

Digital lender Tala surpasses Sh300bn mobile loans as Kenyans borrow more

Digital lender Tala surpasses Sh300bn mobile loans as Kenyans borrow more

Business

By Brian Ngugi

20 mins ago

Mashemeji Derby postponed due to lack of suitable venue

Mashemeji Derby postponed due to lack of suitable venue

Football

By Robert Abong'o

32 mins ago

Pope Francis approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican

Pope Francis approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican

World

By AP

42 mins ago

KCB beats Equity in profits race as earnings after tax hit Sh44.5b

KCB beats Equity in profits race as earnings after tax hit Sh44.5b

Business

By Brian Ngugi

1 hr ago

Time bomb: Millions of lives left exposed as safety rules gather dust

Premium Time bomb: Millions of lives left exposed as safety rules gather dust

National

By Nanjinia Wamuswa

1 hr ago

1,700 staff face uncertain future as NHIF closes doors

1,700 staff face uncertain future as NHIF closes doors

Health & Science

By Mercy Kahenda

1 hr ago

Looming changes in Ruto administration to reward new allies

Looming changes in Ruto administration to reward new allies

National

By Josphat Thiong’o

1 hr ago

Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups

Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups

National

By Jacinta Mutura

1 hr ago