Saada Hassan

Saada Hassan writes for the Standard Health

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Earth Day: Urban pollution increasing cases of asthma, lung cancer

By Saada Hassan
Apr. 22, 2022

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Mwai Kibaki was a patient I would have paid to treat - Dr Gikonyo

Kibaki loved his tipple but after the accident in 2002 and when he was sworn in 'the president never drank alcohol again. State House cleaned out any form of alcohol,' says Dr Gikonyo.

By Saada Hassan
Apr. 29, 2022

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Why grafted dreadlocks could have you jailed

For a man, hair can be a fashion or cultural statement, a display of individuality. But did you also know hair can be used to solve crimes including murder, rape, burglaries and robberies?

By Saada Hassan
May. 9, 2022

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Why grafted dreadlocks could have you jailed

For a man, hair can be a fashion or cultural statement, a display of individuality. But did you also know hair can be used to solve crimes including murder, rape, burglaries and robberies?

By Saada Hassan
May. 9, 2022

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Cold: No cough syrups please

The cold season is fast approaching, a period when viral infections are common.

By Saada Hassan
May. 23, 2022

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I contracted mumps, lost hearing on the left side

Sidney Chahonyo suffers partial hearing loss but that has not stopped him from going about his life.

By Saada Hassan
Jun. 6, 2022

I contracted mumps, lost hearing on the left side

Mathenge tree ideal for chapatis, but also blocks roads, diverts rivers

The tree provides shade during the day and its seeds are used to make chapati, mandazi and cakes flour, according to Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI).

By Saada Hassan
Jun. 20, 2022

Mathenge tree ideal for chapatis, but also blocks roads, diverts rivers

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Why pollution is not good for animal sex

Animals use acoustic communication for territorial defence, warning of danger, locating or attracting a mate and caring for offspring.

By Saada Hassan
Jul. 4, 2022

Why pollution is not good for animal sex

Sexually active Kenyan teenagers using contraceptive

Kenya’s married and sexually active unmarried women have increased their use of contraceptives in the last decade with the most preferred methods being implants and injectables for family planning.

By Saada Hassan
Apr. 28, 2022