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Maryann Muganda

Rising suicide rates among Kenyan medics

Dr Desree Moraa Obwogi's death is not an isolated incident but part of a disturbing trend that has left the medical fraternity reeling.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Rising suicide rates among Kenyan medics

Inhalers: Lifesavers for asthma, but hidden environmental threat

Inhalers: Lifesavers for asthma, but hidden environmental threat

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Navigating urethral defects in newborns

Navigating urethral defects in newborns

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Supplies management agency enhances crackdown on unlicensed practitioners

Supplies management agency enhances crackdown on unlicensed practitioners

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Crisis deepens at Nairobi Hospital as doctors issue strike threat

This comes amid a deepening crisis, occasioned by management wrangles, with some stakeholders calling for the resignation of the hospital's board.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Crisis deepens at Nairobi Hospital as doctors issue strike threat

Lymphoma: Deadly cancer claiming lives of children in Africa

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society describe Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma as a type of cancer that begins in the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's germ-fighting immune system.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Lymphoma: Deadly cancer claiming lives of children in Africa

Africa's counterfeit drug crisis

New research suggests that up to one-fifth of medicines circulating in the continent may be fake or substandard.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Africa's counterfeit drug crisis

300 killed in a year of banditry attacks - report

Increased use of terrorism-like violence shows that the modern-day livestock rustling has evolved significantly from the traditional cattle raiding practices

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

300 killed in a year of banditry attacks - report

Hemorrhoids: Common yet hidden disease affecting millions globally

Dr Naftaly Ngugi Gitau explains that haemorrhoids occur when veins in the lower part of the rectum and anus become swollen. While sometimes painless, they can bleed.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Hemorrhoids: Common yet hidden disease affecting millions globally

CS says State will procure 2 million Mpox jabs, warns on false reports

Health CS Deborah Barasa said the vaccines will be allocated to high-risk individuals, as part of a broader strategy to mitigate the spread of the disease.

By Maryann Muganda 4 months ago

CS says State will procure 2 million Mpox jabs, warns on false reports

Kenya ranks poorly in USAID report on maternal mortality in Africa

Kenya ranks among the top five African countries with the highest rates of maternal mortality, a statistic that casts a long shadow over the country's health policies.

By Maryann Muganda 4 months ago

Kenya ranks poorly in USAID report on maternal mortality in Africa

Yet another suspected mpox case as Africa grapples with response

Samples from a 21-year-old woman referred to a Thika hospital from Murang'a are being analysed. Since January, Africa has reported over 13,700 mpox cases, resulting in 1,500 deaths.

By Maryann Muganda 4 months ago

Yet another suspected mpox case as Africa grapples with response

Kenya confirms one Mpox case, steps up surveillance at border

The Ministry of Health has confirmed one suspected case of Mpox and assured the public that the case was treated and has now recovered.

By Maryann Muganda and Jesse Sikali 4 months ago

Kenya confirms one Mpox case, steps up surveillance at border

Stiff Person Syndrome: A rare but debilitating neurological disorder

Stiff Person Syndrome can have a profound impact on the patient, often leading to significant disability and reduced quality of life.

By Maryann Muganda 4 months ago

Stiff Person Syndrome: A rare but debilitating neurological disorder

More young mothers adopt bottle-feeding to avoid 'sagging boobs'

Breastfeeding has been touted as a critical part of motherhood as it creates the first strong bond between mother and baby, which grows stronger into their adulthood.

By Maryann Muganda 4 months ago

More young mothers adopt bottle-feeding to avoid 'sagging boobs'

'Distracted for 20 minutes then my baby drowned'

"I heard my house help's horrific scream from the backyard. She had found Joy in the pool, lifeless. I ran out, my heart pounding. I kept repeating, 'No, no, no! Please, God, take me instead!"

By Maryann Muganda 4 months ago

'Distracted for 20 minutes then my baby drowned'

Patients set to benefit under proposed law on patient care

When passed, it is expected to fill a major gap in health outcomes and instill quality improvement as an organisation practice in public and private hospitals.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Patients set to benefit under proposed law on patient care

Health crisis looms in Kiambu as residents store looted toxic sodium cyanide

A road accident in Kiambu County has rapidly escalated into a potential public health disaster with far-reaching consequences after a truck ferrying 22 tonnes of sodium cyanide overturned.

By Maryann Muganda and George Ndungu 5 months ago

Health crisis looms in Kiambu as residents store looted toxic sodium cyanide

KICC CEO to lead global conferencing association

James Mwaura will serve as the elected Chairperson for the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), African Chapter, for a two-year term.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

KICC CEO to lead global conferencing association

Sudan's children endure hunger as rival generals battle for power

Recent reports from Save the Children and UNICEF paint a grim picture of an entire generation at risk.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Sudan's children endure hunger as rival generals battle for power

Night of resolve: Medical interns stage vigil at Afya House

Approximately 200-300 interns remained outside Afya House throughout the night, carrying umbrellas, plastic carpets, sleeping bags, speakers, and floodlights.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Night of resolve: Medical interns stage vigil at Afya House

Medical sector in turmoil as interns storm Afya House

The intern doctors appealed to Kenyans for solidarity, highlighting their past support during the Finance Bill Protests.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Medical sector in turmoil as interns storm Afya House

Living with herpes: Navigating relationships and mental health

For many, discovering they have herpes can be a pivotal moment one that challenges perceptions, tests relationships, and prompts difficult conversations about health, trust, and stigma.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Living with herpes: Navigating relationships and mental health

Mbagathi Hospital performs landmark reconstructive surgery

In a groundbreaking development for Nairobi's healthcare sector, Mbagathi Level 5 Hospital has successfully performed its first-ever complex reconstructive plastic surgery.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Mbagathi Hospital performs landmark reconstructive surgery

Clock ticks away as mother clings on hope in battle to save baby Wairimu

Doctors says baby Wairimu who suffers from bone marrow failure syndrome may not survive beyond July 5 unless an urgent bone marrow transplant is conducted in India.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Clock ticks away as mother clings on hope in battle to save baby Wairimu

Beyond the sting: Long-term physical and psychological effects of teargas

One of the primary concerns with teargas exposure is its effect on the respiratory system.

By Maryann Muganda 5 months ago

Beyond the sting: Long-term physical and psychological effects of teargas

Striking clinical officers pledge free medical care during protests

The medics have been on strike for 85 days after a standoff with the government.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Striking clinical officers pledge free medical care during protests

Striking clinical officers to offer free medical assistance during protests

The medics are volunteering to treat both demonstrators and law enforcement officers caught in the crossfire in the demos that are slated to kick off on Tuesday.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Striking clinical officers to offer free medical assistance during protests

Governors reject Treasury's plan to slash budget by Sh5bn

Governors also demand the release of Sh63.6 billion owed to counties for May and June saying delay in disbursing funds is a "clawback on devolution" affecting all sectors.

By Maryann Muganda and Ryan Kerubo 6 months ago

Governors reject Treasury's plan to slash budget by Sh5bn

WHO warns of urgent need for innovative antibiotics despite pipeline growth

AMR driven largely by the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials, yet many people around the world do not have access to essential antimicrobial medicines.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

WHO warns of urgent need for innovative antibiotics despite pipeline growth

Experts warn on high risk of toxic food in city

Food chain plagued by systematic failures that have eroded consumer protection and placed public health in peril.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Experts warn on high risk of toxic food in city

Is something bothering you? Tell it to an AI chatbot therapist

In a country where traditional therapy can be expensive and often requires navigating long wait times, the instant, affordable access offered by AI chatbots is a game-changer.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Is something bothering you? Tell it to an AI chatbot therapist

Global health groups blast WHO draft pandemic agreement

World Health Assembly recently agreed to amend the International Health Regulations and negotiate a comprehensive pandemic accord within a year.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Global health groups blast WHO draft pandemic agreement

Ministries join forces with millers in food fortification programme

In Kenya, malnutrition stands at 18 per cent with children under five grappling with stunted growth.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Ministries join forces with millers in food fortification programme

Kenya among exposed nations as global vaccine talks collapse

For Kenya and many other developing nations, this breakdown is more than a diplomatic disappointment-it highlights the vulnerabilities exposed during the Covid-19 pandemic.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Kenya among exposed nations as global vaccine talks collapse

Diary of an overworked and underpaid Kenyan nurse

Kenya's nursing workforce finds itself grappling with a multitude of challenges that have long plagued the profession.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Diary of an overworked and underpaid Kenyan nurse

Nakhumicha unveils UHC reforms at World Health Assembly in Geneva

CS Nakhumicha emphasised Kenya's focus on reducing healthcare costs through increased local manufacturing of drugs, commodities and health technologies.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Nakhumicha unveils UHC reforms at World Health Assembly in Geneva

Survey reveals surging male births and a drop in teenage pregnancies

Male newborns accounted for 51 per cent of all registered births. 11.8 per cent of registered births were to adolescent girls aged between 15 and 19.

By Maryann Muganda 6 months ago

Survey reveals surging male births and a drop in teenage pregnancies

CS Nakhumicha outlines Ministry's efforts to combat cervical cancer

In Kenya, cancer is responsible for approximately 10 per cent of deaths, making it the third leading cause of mortality after infectious diseases and cardiovascular diseases

By Maryann Muganda 7 months ago

CS Nakhumicha outlines Ministry's efforts to combat cervical cancer

Emotional powder kegs: When men choose to suffer in silence

Men experience the full range of human emotions, from happiness to sadness, anger to heartbreak.

By Maryann Muganda 7 months ago

Emotional powder kegs: When men choose to suffer in silence

Ministry assures Kenyans over vaccine shortages

Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai admitted that the available national stock of the BCG, OPV, and measles rubella vaccines may last less than two months.

By Maryann Muganda 7 months ago

Ministry assures Kenyans over vaccine shortages

Health crisis persists as lab technicians' strike enters day 53

The absence of laboratory services has crippled services with about 70 per cent of hospital visits requiring lab services such as blood tests and screening.

By Maryann Muganda 7 months ago

Health crisis persists as lab technicians' strike enters day 53

Teen pregnancies decline as contraceptive uptake increases

Adolescent pregnancies are on a modest decline on Kenya, according to the latest figures from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).

By Maryann Muganda 7 months ago

Teen pregnancies decline as contraceptive uptake increases

State set to double health expenditure to Sh161.8 billion

KNBS projected a staggering 83.6 per cent increase in health expenditure, from Sh88.1 billion in 2022/23 to Sh161.8 billion in 2023/24.

By Maryann Muganda 7 months ago

State set to double health expenditure to Sh161.8 billion

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