Topic: #health
Kenya Partners with Pfizer to Cut Medicine Costs by 60%
24 Jun, 2025 11:45 AM
HEALTHCARE ACCORD
This initiative, unveiled by Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga and Pfizer Global President for Emerging Markets Nick Lagunowich on June 24, 2025, promises to...
This initiative, unveiled by Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga and Pfizer Global President for Emerging Markets Nick Lagunowich on June 24, 2025, promises to...
Seeds of Strength: The Hidden Health Gold in Pumpkin Seeds
22 Jun, 2025 01:00 PM
NUTRIENT POWER
These seeds are rich in nutrients such as omega-3s and minerals like magnesium. Due to their nutritional value, pumpkin seeds have been used for over 7,500 years, dating back to th...
These seeds are rich in nutrients such as omega-3s and minerals like magnesium. Due to their nutritional value, pumpkin seeds have been used for over 7,500 years, dating back to th...
Struggle to Strength: The Heroic Path of Cancer Survivors
15 Jun, 2025 04:00 PM
VICTORY BELL
Each step forward through tears, fatigue and uncertainty, is a powerful act of hope and bravery. Survival is more than just getting through the treatment its about rediscovering li...
Each step forward through tears, fatigue and uncertainty, is a powerful act of hope and bravery. Survival is more than just getting through the treatment its about rediscovering li...
Silent Sorrow: The Hidden Grief of NICU Parents
08 Jun, 2025 10:00 AM
NICU BATTLES
Losing a baby in the NICU shatters hearts and dreams, leaving behind a profound emptiness. This grief is a unique blend of confusion and silent agony, one that few outside this exp...
Losing a baby in the NICU shatters hearts and dreams, leaving behind a profound emptiness. This grief is a unique blend of confusion and silent agony, one that few outside this exp...
Healing after Birth: The Silent Struggle of Postpartum Depression
01 May, 2025 05:32 PM
POSTPARTUM HEALING
Dr Julius Ondigo a gynecologist at the Homa Bay Teaching and Referral Hospital acknowledges that spotting early signs of PPD during the antenatal visits has been manageable due to...
Dr Julius Ondigo a gynecologist at the Homa Bay Teaching and Referral Hospital acknowledges that spotting early signs of PPD during the antenatal visits has been manageable due to...
What do you Know about Epilepsy?
31 Mar, 2025 11:00 AM
EPILEPSY
Apart from symptoms, possible seizure triggers include; alcohol, illicit drug use, hormonal changes, stress, dehydration, skipped meals, illness and skipping doses of antiseizure m...
Apart from symptoms, possible seizure triggers include; alcohol, illicit drug use, hormonal changes, stress, dehydration, skipped meals, illness and skipping doses of antiseizure m...
Ovarian Cancer is a Silent Killer, Lookout for the Symptoms
14 Mar, 2025 11:09 AM
SILENT KILLER
If you happen to experience these symptoms, why not seek professional advice? It could be ovarian cancer that is causing all these.
If you happen to experience these symptoms, why not seek professional advice? It could be ovarian cancer that is causing all these.
Explore the Therapeutic Wonders of Castor Oil
04 Mar, 2025 03:00 PM
HEALING ESSENSE
Castor oil, being a laxative, is sometimes used during pregnancy to induce labour. It works by causing spasms in the intestines, which activate the bowels and vagal nerves. The spa...
Castor oil, being a laxative, is sometimes used during pregnancy to induce labour. It works by causing spasms in the intestines, which activate the bowels and vagal nerves. The spa...
Why Is the Tugen Medicinal Sauna Important for Wellness?
27 Feb, 2025 12:00 PM
TRADITIONAL HEALING
Beyond respiratory relief, the sauna is used to soothe muscle and joint pain, making it a preferred remedy for the elderly and those recovering from strenuous activities. Women, es...
Beyond respiratory relief, the sauna is used to soothe muscle and joint pain, making it a preferred remedy for the elderly and those recovering from strenuous activities. Women, es...
Sitting for Long Causes Stomach Problems, Here's how to Avoid
27 Feb, 2025 10:40 AM
SIT SMART
Excessive gas once ignored can lead to bloating, making your stomach feel swollen and tight. It can also cause abdominal pain due to trapped gas, and you may experience frequent bu...
Excessive gas once ignored can lead to bloating, making your stomach feel swollen and tight. It can also cause abdominal pain due to trapped gas, and you may experience frequent bu...
Mbeere North MP: Government Must Act on Health, Education
27 Feb, 2025 10:03 AM
IMPROVE SYSTEM
There are some areas, particularly in the case of clinical diseases, where the funds are not yet resourced.” This issue is particularly pressing for the poorest populations in remo...
There are some areas, particularly in the case of clinical diseases, where the funds are not yet resourced.” This issue is particularly pressing for the poorest populations in remo...
All You Need to Know about Prostate Cancer
22 Feb, 2025 12:00 PM
PROSTATE HEALTH
Historically, advancements in treatment have occurred over the years. The first surgical removal of the prostate took place in 1884. Between the 1920s and 1940s, Canadian-American...
Historically, advancements in treatment have occurred over the years. The first surgical removal of the prostate took place in 1884. Between the 1920s and 1940s, Canadian-American...
Vitiligo Can Affect Anyone, Here is What you Need to Know
15 Feb, 2025 09:38 AM
SKIN CONDITION
Vitiligo is a condition, where the skin loses its pigment cells, resulting in discoloured patches in different parts of the body, including the skin, hair and mucous membranes.
Vitiligo is a condition, where the skin loses its pigment cells, resulting in discoloured patches in different parts of the body, including the skin, hair and mucous membranes.
Kenya Commits to Achieving WHO Maturity Level 3
14 Jan, 2025 04:23 PM
WHO MATURITY LEVEL 3
Through the assurance of quality health products, the NQCL ensures protection of public health and assurance of access to all Kenyans to efficacious and quality medicines and healt...
Through the assurance of quality health products, the NQCL ensures protection of public health and assurance of access to all Kenyans to efficacious and quality medicines and healt...
Promote Hair Health: Discover the Power of Onion Juice
15 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
ONION JUICE
Onion juice also promotes shine and strength as it contains vitamin C, B6 and folate, which contribute to healthier hair, making it appear shinier and stronger over time. It also t...
Onion juice also promotes shine and strength as it contains vitamin C, B6 and folate, which contribute to healthier hair, making it appear shinier and stronger over time. It also t...
O-Negative, A Rare Gem in the Blood Types Treasure Chest
12 Jun, 2024 04:00 PM
RARE GEM
O-negative blood group is like gold dust as it is regarded a universal donor but a particular recipient. This blood type is only found in 7% of the population. A treasure maintains...
O-negative blood group is like gold dust as it is regarded a universal donor but a particular recipient. This blood type is only found in 7% of the population. A treasure maintains...
No Vaccines For You, Kenya’s Child Health Legacy at Risk
30 May, 2024 01:14 PM
JABS LAPSE
The stock shortage has printed a worrisome mark on parents’ faces as infants continue to miss their jabs, leaving their children’s immunity endangered.
The stock shortage has printed a worrisome mark on parents’ faces as infants continue to miss their jabs, leaving their children’s immunity endangered.
Hope And Hurdle: Fight Against Obstetric Fistula
23 May, 2024 10:00 AM
OBSTETRIC FISTULA
On average, one needs Ksh 65,000 -300,000 to get treatment. Some of the victims are young girls and mothers who cannot afford three meals a day, given the current economic situatio...
On average, one needs Ksh 65,000 -300,000 to get treatment. Some of the victims are young girls and mothers who cannot afford three meals a day, given the current economic situatio...
Shining Light on the Mental Health Silhouette
14 May, 2024 03:00 PM
MENTAL HEALTH
Efforts to ensure public understanding of mental health are evident all over social media. For instance, campaigns like #NoMindLeftBehind on X. This is to ensure that everyone goin...
Efforts to ensure public understanding of mental health are evident all over social media. For instance, campaigns like #NoMindLeftBehind on X. This is to ensure that everyone goin...
Two Months With A Pig Kidney: The Man Eventually Dies
13 May, 2024 07:00 PM
PIG KIDNEY
Two months with a pig kidney, the man eventually dies. The pig kidney was intended to last for at least two years; however, his family confirmed his death on May, 11th 2024.
Two months with a pig kidney, the man eventually dies. The pig kidney was intended to last for at least two years; however, his family confirmed his death on May, 11th 2024.
