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Prospective parents should choose clinics and sperm banks that operate within recognised regulatory frameworks. These providers should clearly explain their donor programmes
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Dec. 19, 2025
Wherever you live and whatever you do, it is almost impossible to avoid exposure to forever chemicals completely
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Dec. 12, 2025
The more pills you swallow daily, the more likely you aren’t doing yourself much good. You may be slowly poisoning yourself with unnecessary medication
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Dec. 11, 2025
A typical household with small children will inevitably face respiratory infections multiple times a year
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Dec. 4, 2025
Thigh chafing, also known as 'chub rub', is one of the most common yet least discussed skin irritations among women
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By Ryan Kerubo
Nov. 1, 2025
Those who have ever suffered infertility will be well versed in all the trauma that comes with the diagnosis
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Oct. 24, 2025
Everyone uses the toilet, yet most people flush without a second thought. It may sound unpleasant, but paying attention to what’s in the toilet bowl can reveal a lot about your gut health
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By Ryan Kerubo
Oct. 22, 2025
Awareness and screening remain major gaps. Research shows that fewer than 14 per cent of Kenyan women of reproductive age have ever had a clinical breast examination
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By Timo Muthuri
Oct. 14, 2025
Going for a check-up shouldn’t be something you wait to do only when you’re feeling unwell. Many people avoid going to the hospital unless they’re seriously ill, but that’s not advisable
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By Esther Muchene
Oct. 11, 2025
Does it matter if you hold back some bits here and there? It is entirely up to you to decide what to bring up. Remember, your doctor can only make deductions from what you choose to volunteer
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Oct. 10, 2025
Diabetes is often described as a silent condition, as many people live with it for years without knowing. At its root is a problem with the way the body handles glucose, the sugar that fuels our cells
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By Ryan Kerubo
Oct. 9, 2025
That innocent toilet scroll might be costing you more than time; it’s increasing your risk of painful haemorrhoids. Shorter loo visits and no screens could save you from painful piles
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By Noel Nabiswa
Oct. 1, 2025
For some people, a small amount of cognitive decline comes with age. But significant changes can be a sign of a cognitive disorder
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By Noel Nabiswa
Sep. 25, 2025
Snoring may sound funny, but it can signal something serious for both the snorer and their partner
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By Ryan Kerubo
Sep. 24, 2025
Processes may be in place to ensure your safety, but you must never leave yourself completely at the mercy of your healthcare providers
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Sep. 19, 2025
In most cases, what we emit is innocuous and mostly related to our cleanliness and grooming. But some odours are a sign that we might be getting ill, and could be used to diagnose several diseases
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Sep. 18, 2025
Ever had that weird, twisty feeling in your belly just before a big test or a make-or-break presentation and suddenly your stomach feels like it is doing somersaults?
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By Ryan Kerubo
Sep. 4, 2025
As we age, the muscles that stabilise the knee weaken and bone density decreases. The result? Stiffness, pain, reduced mobility and an increase in grunts as we rise from the sofa
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By Noel Nabiswa
Aug. 28, 2025
What started as a medical solution to diabetes has exploded into a worldwide weight-loss trend, with demand skyrocketing as users increasingly turn to it for slim-down shortcuts
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By Boniface Mithika
Aug. 23, 2025
Listening to your body when you first wake up could help spot serious conditions before they escalate. That first hour is a powerful check-in with your health and ignoring it could cost you
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By Ryan Kerubo
Aug. 20, 2025
When you understand your hormonal shifts, you stop seeing these fluctuations as weaknesses and start using them to live more intentionally
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By Timo Muthuri
Aug. 19, 2025
Perimenopause marks the shift toward the end of reproductive years, often beginning in a woman’s 40s but sometimes earlier. With the right knowledge, women can navigate this time with confidence
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By Ryan Kerubo
Aug. 16, 2025
Walk into any decent healthcare facility for a consult and you will likely spend a tidy sum. The burden of cost isn’t just worse off for cash payers; those insured also endure the pain
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Aug. 15, 2025
Few things cause as much worry for parents as a child with a fever. The flushed cheeks, warm forehead and droopy eyes often send caregivers into a spiral of concern
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By Ryan Kerubo
Aug. 14, 2025
Breastfeeding, often called a baby’s first vaccine, provides vital antibodies that protect against common childhood illnesses like diarrhoea and pneumonia
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By Timo Muthuri
Aug. 9, 2025
An injectable PrEP taken just twice a year will boost adherence, reduce stigma, and significantly improve health outcomes
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By Mercy Kahenda
Aug. 8, 2025
Anaemia affects 31 per cent of adult women of reproductive age, 36 per cent of pregnant women and 40 per cent of children under five
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By Noel Nabiswa
Aug. 7, 2025
In many cultures, period pain is shrugged off as something to be endured with quiet resilience. But for countless women and girls, this monthly suffering goes far beyond discomfort
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By Eve Waruingi
Aug. 2, 2025
Our feet deserve the same love and care we lavish on the rest of our bodies. Yet they often come last in our self-care routine and we pay the price in stench
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By Ryan Kerubo
Jul. 31, 2025
According to the recently launched ‘National clinical guidelines for management of common mental disorders 2024’, one in every ten people in Kenya has a common mental health disorder
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By Mugambi Mbaabu
Jul. 30, 2025
Wounds are a fact of life. Whether you are slicing onions and end up nicking your finger, scraping your knee on the street or getting a blister from breaking in new shoes, getting hurt is inevitable
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By Ryan Kerubo
Jul. 24, 2025
More medical data seems to suggest it’s never too late to change the trajectory of your health, regardless of age. And the higher the levels of health you can attain, the longer your lifespan might be
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Jul. 11, 2025
Visceral fat is metabolically active and has been associated with chronic conditions, such as inflammation, insulin resistance and diabetes, heart disease, and even higher risks of some cancers
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By Dr. Alfred Murage
Jul. 10, 2025
Dr Peter Ochungo, says the commonest causes of hearing loss include exposure to very loud noises, trauma to the head or ear, fluid build-up in the middle ear, infections and certain medicines
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By Ryan Kerubo
Jul. 10, 2025
In salons across Kenya, the pursuit of beauty hides a quiet crisis, traction alopecia. A preventable form of hair loss caused by tight braiding, glue-in extensions and heat styling
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By Rodgers Otiso
Jul. 5, 2025
Visceral fat is metabolically active and has been associated with chronic conditions, such as inflammation, insulin resistance and diabetes, heart disease and even higher risks of some cancers
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Jul. 4, 2025
Whether at work, during a commute, out with friends or trying to get a full night’s sleep, the frequent need to visit the toilet can disrupt everyday life
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By Ryan Kerubo
Jul. 2, 2025
‘Doctor’s orders’ is a common and accepted phrase suggesting that one must comply with instructions issued by a medical professional. But are you truly obliged to follow all doctors' orders?
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Jun. 26, 2025
For millions of people around the world, pain is not just imagined. It’s their everyday reality. They live with everything from pounding headaches and aching joints to stabbing nerve pain every day
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By Ryan Kerubo
Jun. 12, 2025
When a terminal illness is diagnosed, the realisation of an impending death can evoke a variety of reactions in individuals and their families
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By Dr Alfred Murage
Jun. 6, 2025
While the desire for transformation is understandable, it is important to distinguish between safe and healthy practices and those that, despite being popular, can pose a significant risk
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By Esther Muchene
Jun. 5, 2025
Schizophrenia is one of the most misunderstood mental health disorders. Often dismissed as witchcraft or demonic possession, it silently affects hundreds of thousands of people in Kenya
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By Maryann Muganda
Jun. 4, 2025
Periods are natural. But cultural taboos and a lack of information make it seem like something dirty or embarrassing. Many girls grow up hearing things like “don’t talk about it,” or “hide your pad”
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By Lyndah Jakandang’o
Jun. 3, 2025
Menstrual Hygiene Day was first celebrated in 2014 to raise awareness that investments in menstrual health can yield transformative impacts on girls’ and women’s lives
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By Manuel Ntoyai
May. 31, 2025
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