In Kenya, cardiovascular disease accounts for roughly 13.8 per cent of all deaths, with stroke causing 6.1 per cent and ischemic heart disease, or hea...

From shame and whispers in her village to empowerment and professional success, Rawder Kidula’s journey shows how parental support and resilience can...

WHO emphasises that while the risks are concerning, the exact effects and safe exposure levels are still unclear, highlighting the urgent need for fur...

As of 2024, approximately 589 million adults aged 20 to 79 are living with diabetes, which equates to roughly one in nine adults worldwide. Projection...

According to the MP, the institute is nationally recognised and offers high-impact, market-driven courses that are fully certified, equipping students...

The trial, presented at an international lung health conference in Denmark, included 309 people across 22 sites in South Africa, the Philippines, Geor...

While Kenya currently has an installed capacity of 3,300 MW, the intermittent nature of solar and wind energy means the firm capacity stands at only 2...

There are several factors that can increase the likelihood of delivering prematurely. These include lifestyle choices, substance or drug abuse, climat...

Groundbreaking study uncovers how the common Epstein–Barr virus hijacks immune cells, potentially triggering lupus and other autoimmune diseases in su...

Globally, the disease causes more than 600,000 new cases and over 340,000 deaths annually. About 90 per cent of these deaths occur in low- and middle-...

The Ministry of Health encourages citizens to reduce consumption of ultra-processed foods and sugary drinks while promoting healthy, balanced diets ri...

Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy when the body becomes more resistant to insulin, the hormone that helps glucose move from the blood int...

Postpartum haemorrhage remains one of the deadliest complications of childbirth, claiming the lives of tens of thousands of women every year. Globally...

This targeted approach delivers radiation directly to cancer cells while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissues.

Community chiefs and health workers launch door-to-door campaigns in mosques, markets, and schools to ensure children get life-saving immunisations on...

Thousands of Kenyan children under five are dying from preventable pneumonia due to malnutrition, air pollution, and delayed medical care.

Mercury can damage skin cells, cause rashes, itching, redness, and burns, and trigger allergic reactions. It can also enter the bloodstream, harming t...

The findings indicate that chronic inflammation from gum disease may not remain confined to the mouth but could affect the brain through inflammatory...

Scientists uncover a Tanzanian woman’s antibody that neutralizes nearly every HIV strain, offering new hope for prevention and treatment.

Early detection could prevent thousands of cervical cancer deaths in Kenya, yet most women remain unscreened and at risk due to persistent gaps in hea...

Only 39 percent of Kenyan health workers can properly diagnose and treat severe pneumonia, leaving thousands of children at risk.

Colorectal cancer begins in the colon or rectum, typically as small growths called polyps on the inner lining. Over time, some polyps become cancerous...

In 2023, CKD caused an estimated 1.48 million deaths globally, making its first appearance in the top ten causes of mortality. It now ranks ninth, sur...

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects children but can also occur in unvaccinated adults.

Health experts warn that crushing tablets or opening capsules to make medicine easier for children to swallow can alter dosage, reduce effectiveness,...

Researchers say adults using melatonin for years faced nearly double the risk of heart failure and death compared to non-users.

Recent studies show a small but measurable increase in breast cancer risk for women using hormonal contraceptives, highlighting the importance of info...

Many mothers in Kenya face isolation, stigma, and emotional trauma after giving birth to children with deformities, highlighting gaps in maternal ment...

In Kenya, cardiovascular disease is an increasingly significant cause of illness and death. Recent data show that about 25 per cent of hospital admiss...

High levels of added sugars, such as refined cane sugar and high-fructose corn syrup, can lead to weight gain, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, fa...

As of August 17, 2025, the WHO reported 4,738 deaths from cholera and acute watery diarrhoea (AWD) across 31 countries. Earlier in the year, global de...

As the Linda Mama programme fades and hospital fees surge, thousands of expectant mothers in Kenya’s poorest communities are being priced out of safe...

Mental health challenges are a growing concern both globally and in Kenya, highlighting the increasing need for treatments such as antidepressants.

Her appeal comes at a time when Kenya's breastfeeding rates have plateaued at around 60 per cent, remaining largely unchanged for over a decade, under...

Mesothelioma, though rare, remains a serious cancer almost exclusively linked to asbestos. In 2022, there were an estimated 30,870 new cases globally.

Globally, ADHD affects about 5-7 percent of children and teenagers and around 2.5 percent of adults. It is often associated with negative life outcome...

The study showed that over 16 per cent of children exposed to COVID-19 in the womb were diagnosed with a neurodevelopmental disorder, compared with le...

In Kenya, the neonatal mortality rate stands at 21–22 per 1,000 live births, with sepsis responsible for approximately 16 per cent of these deaths — a...

Teenage pregnancies, particularly in Kenya and across sub-Saharan Africa, are closely linked to preterm births and adverse neonatal outcomes.

Artificial sweeteners are synthetic sugar substitutes designed to provide sweetness without the calories or carbohydrates found in regular sugar.

Isaack believes real change will only come when both genders are included in the conversation — when young men are taught empathy, respect, and shared...

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), adolescent girls face numerous risks during pregnancy and childbirth that contribute to higher rates...

While significant progress has been made in the fight against polio both in Kenya and globally, the country’s porous borders continue to pose a risk o...

KUCFAW General Secretary Andrew Kinyua said the recruitment drive appears to violate the provisions of the Social Health Insurance Act (SHIF) 2023, wh...

In Kenya, about 21 per cent of adults have elevated cholesterol, compared to roughly 24 per cent globally.

Researchers discovered that patients who received an mRNA Covid-19 vaccine, such as Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna, within roughly 100 days of starting im...

Promises of better healthcare have turned into a nightmare for thousands of cancer patients, as system failures and unclear policies leave many fighti...

In Kenya, cannabis ranks among the most commonly abused substances by youth, according to the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and...

The study shows that men's sperm doesn't just get older - it changes in a way that favours some harmful mutations, making them more common over time....

Armed with courage and compassion, Wario Nasibo and her team at Girl Concern are rewriting what it means to be a girl in Isiolo.