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Patients call on parliament to act as bleeding disorder support fades

Patients with haemophilia and other bleeding disorders are urging Kenya’s parliament to act as donor support dwindles, warning of a looming treatment crisis.
By Mercy Kahenda 2026-03-12 12:27:21
Floods are likely to contaminate drinking water, causing various diseases.
By Gardy Chacha 2026-03-12 08:30:00
More physicians in Kenya are adopting science-backed therapies that go beyond cosmetic enhancement to address overall biological health.
By Killiad Sinide 2026-03-11 16:11:52
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday said Europe's turn away from nuclear power had been a "strategic mistake", as soaring oil prices rekindled concerns about the bloc's energy vulnerability.
By AFP 2026-03-10 17:31:56
As developing nations embrace advanced nuclear technologies, mainly driven by energy and healthcare demands, managing and protecting nuclear materials is a priority for governments.
By Mark Oloo 2026-03-10 11:28:15
Zena Wesonga expected to welcome her baby on February 19, but it arrived three weeks earlier, plunging the family into a financial crisis that has exposed challenges with the teachers’ SHA cover.
By Lewis Nyaundi 2026-03-10 06:10:00
As the world marks International Women’s Day, her story highlights both the resilience of women and the urgent need for greater awareness around cancer screening and support.
By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-09 15:56:06
Caroline Jebiwott used to travel kilometres seeking health care services until she heard of the telemedicine programme at Chemolingot Sub-county Hospital and decided to give it a shot.
By Yvonne Chepkwony 2026-03-09 07:00:00
Thalia Psychotherapy says the tax relief will catalyse private sector investment into Kenya’s mental health system, with focus on alcohol and drug abuse prevention and workforce development.
By James Wanzala 2026-03-09 06:00:00
In Olgulului, residents elected more radical solutions: redirecting storm water that cascades down River Olgulului every rainy season, headed to Tanzanian pastures.
By Gardy Chacha 2026-03-09 06:00:00
The ongoing Iran, Israel-US war has left patients bound for treatment in Turkey, India, Pakistan and Cyprus stranded as Middle Eastern airspace closures halt flights.
By Mercy Kahenda 2026-03-09 06:00:00
On February 27, 2026, the EMA’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use recommended acoziborole for treating early and advanced stages of gambiense sleeping sickness.
By Chebet Birir 2026-03-09 00:00:00