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Health
Growing 'free birth' trend renews focus on safer and woman-centred care
Free birth differs significantly from medically supervised home birth. In a free birth, there is no trained professional present to detect or manage emergencies
By Dr Alfred Murage
May. 29, 2026
Not every health issue is obvious. Some build quietly over time, affecting energy, mood and everyday life in ways that are often misunderstood or ignored entirely
By Joan Oyiela
May. 23, 2026
For couples trying to conceive, prioritise plant-based, fresh and minimally processed foods, maintain a healthy body weight, reduce excessive sugar and fast foods
By Dr Alfred Murage
May. 15, 2026
Raw dairy products are unequivocally associated with higher rates of illness, with children, pregnant women, older adults and immunocompromised individuals particularly vulnerable
By Dr Alfred Murage
May. 8, 2026
Early signs like fever, fatigue and headaches are often dismissed as normal pregnancy discomfort, letting the illness advance unnoticed
By Joan Oyiela
Apr. 30, 2026
The Constitution guarantees the right to life, and that terminating an unborn child amounts to denying that right
By Kamau Muthoni
Apr. 25, 2026
A recent cancer research study suggests married people may have a lower risk of developing or dying from cancer, though the findings should be interpreted with caution
By Dr Alfred Murage
Apr. 24, 2026
How you walk affects pelvic alignment, core stability, hip mobility, balance, breathing and even how your nervous system regulates tension
By Dr Alfred Murage
Apr. 23, 2026
Whether it’s lowering stress hormones, easing your blood pressure, or even helping your gut, nature works wonders in ways you might not expect
By Dr Alfred Murage
Apr. 17, 2026
AI tools should be used as a source of general information only. They should never replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional, especially when symptoms are severe or unclear
By Dr Alfred Murage
Apr. 9, 2026
While occasional indulgence is reasonable, excessive intake, especially of refined sugars and saturated fats, can contribute to acute gastrointestinal discomfort and longer-term metabolic strain
By Dr Alfred Murage
Apr. 3, 2026
A study published in the journal ‘Nature Medicine’ found that AI health chatbots may sometimes give inaccurate or potentially unsafe advice
By Dr Alfred Murage
Mar. 13, 2026
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