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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
More pain as Ruto raids shallow pockets yet again
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