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Every drop counts: Africa's fight to fix its broken blood systems
Blood supply should be treated as a public health emergency and a core part of healthcare infrastructure in Africa, requiring greater investment, stronger policies, and public awareness to save lives.
By Ida Mbuthia
2026-06-08 06:00:00
By Dr Sam Thenya
2026-05-28 11:21:47
Kenya continues to face growing demand for healthcare services alongside persistent shortages of healthcare personnel, particularly in specialised areas of care.
By Gakombe Kanyenje
2026-05-25 09:00:00
It is always the man or woman in the mirror being invited to see an antithesis to his or her own ways, then find the right balance between their worldview and the alternative view.
By Henry Munene
2026-04-25 08:15:00
Resistance to commonly used antimalarial drugs is rapidly increasing in western Kenya, with evidence that the parasite may be evolving faster than current interventions can effectively control it.
By Stephen Wakhu
2026-04-20 09:17:28
In Kenya, the combination of high out-of-pocket costs, unreliable insurance, and a weak public system means that the health system is deepening inequality.
By Brenda Osoro
2026-04-15 07:10:00
Parents urged to closely observe early childhood behaviour, as persistent hyperactivity or withdrawal may signal the need for an ADHD assessment.
By Dr Rachel Kerubo
2026-04-13 06:00:00
"Gambling Disorder" is a serious mental health condition that rarely travels alone; It is almost always accompanied by insomnia, deep depression, and even drug-induced psychosis.
By Dr Catherine Syengo Mutisya
2026-04-12 17:03:54
The future of East Africa’s health insurance sector hinges on stronger operational systems and cost control rather than expanding product offerings.
By Moses Kuria
2026-04-08 06:00:00
Each year, increased movement and social interaction bring familiar challenges. More vehicles on the road often translate into higher rates of accidents.
By Mary Muthoni Muriuki
2026-04-04 08:44:00
National recovery is, at its heart, a psychological project. It requires us to move beyond the transactional mind and return to a state where the ethical choice is also the most practical one.
By Dr Catherine Syengo Mutisya
2026-04-02 11:58:35
Global health security depends on science, innovation and equitable systems to prevent and manage fast-spreading disease outbreaks before they disrupt lives and economies.
By Dr Kamene Kimenye
2026-03-30 06:00:00
Every parent in Kenya knows the fear of a sick child.
By Veronicah Chuchu
2026-03-27 00:00:00
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