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Health

Sperm donation safety: What you must know before choosing donors

Prospective parents should choose clinics and sperm banks that operate within recognised regulatory frameworks. These providers should clearly explain their donor programmes
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 19, 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
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 11, 2025
A typical household with small children will inevitably face respiratory infections multiple times a year
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
By Noel Nabiswa Sep. 25, 2025