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Why you should think twice before self-medicating

AMR puts at risk our ability to reach global health goals such as reduction of child mortality and improvement of maternal health.

By Dr Grace Wanjohi 2024-11-20 19:29:00

Why you should think twice before self-medicating

Kenya has good strategy to handle health implications of climate change

By Mary Muthoni Muriuki 2024-11-19 17:31:18

Why we need to shift Kenya's eating habits to nutritious farm-to-fork foods

Kenya is grappling with a severe malnutrition crisis. This isn’t just a matter of hunger; it’s a complex issue known as the 'triple burden of malnutrition'.

By Ruth Okowa 2024-11-18 15:56:10

Baku climate conference ignores Africa's power to capture carbon emissions

Global leaders now in Baku at the COP29 have scheduled natural solutions to climate change as a fifth, or lower, agenda item, behind international carbon trading.

By Jenny Luesby 2024-11-13 20:25:53

Baku climate conference ignores Africa's power to capture carbon emissions

COP29: Investment in Solar-powered pediatric theatres will ensure patient safety

The writer hopes that the agenda of climate change in relationship to strengthening surgical services will be discussed at COP29 and a new hope will prevail around the globe.

By Dr Amos Muzuka 2024-11-13 14:25:53

COP29: Investment in Solar-powered pediatric theatres will ensure patient safety

Pay more attention to men's and boys' mental, physical health

On November 19, the world will mark International Men’s Day. This year’s theme focuses on better health for men and boys as well as positive male role models.

By Judith Waudo 2024-11-13 07:59:09

Pay more attention to men's and boys' mental, physical health

Rabies: Unveiling deadly pathways and need for timely intervention

Rabies virus hijacks the nervous system’s machinery, manipulating it to move rapidly and target systems like the brain.

By Benn Fadhili Jillo 2024-11-11 11:24:56

Rabies: Unveiling deadly pathways and need for timely intervention

Kenya and Africa must prioritise mental health for wellbeing of society

Access to mental health services is critically limited in Kenya, which has fewer than 100 practicing psychiatrists for a population of over 53 million.

By Ann Kobia 2024-11-03 23:10:04

Kenya and Africa must prioritise mental health for wellbeing of society

Motherhood's demands, postpartum changes raise sciatica risk in new mums

Known for causing radiating pain from the lower back through the buttocks and down the leg, sciatica can bring additional challenges to the already demanding life of a new mother.

By Sarah Konzie 2024-10-29 13:15:15

Motherhood's demands, postpartum changes raise sciatica risk in new mums

Impact of menopause on women and society

But menopause does not just affect women; its impact extends beyond the individual to her relationships, particularly her marriage.

By Njora Waweru 2024-10-27 06:58:16

Impact of menopause on women and society

Improving diagnostic accuracy key to ensuring patient safety

Accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of effective treatment. It directly impacts patient safety and the trust people place in our healthcare systems.

By Anthony Mwangi 2024-10-23 13:51:56

Improving diagnostic accuracy key to ensuring patient safety

Use of ultrasound gains traction in management of liver and brain cancers

Lately, scientists have been able to develop the use of techniques involving low intensity ultrasound to treat aggressive and invasive brain and liver cancers.

By Prof Ben Fadhili Jillo 2024-10-13 22:29:24

Use of ultrasound gains traction in management of liver and brain cancers

Rethink new health model to save Kenyans from high medical costs

SHA faces criticism over funding gaps and unrealistic healthcare coverage limits with the programme bringing a budget deficit of Sh161.9b, which jeopardises its operationalisation.

By Dr Chibanzi Mwachonda 2024-10-06 00:00:00