Health

Pneumonia risk factors common among men include smoking, alcohol use, chronic illnesses like diabetes, and a tendency to delay seeking medical care.

Children are often more affected by separation or divorce than the parents themselves. In her experience, many children may not have the words to express their feelings, but they sense the change deeply — even when adults try to hide it.

The biggest gains were seen in yellow fever and Ebola. According to the study, emergency vaccination initiatives have reduced yellow fever deaths by 99 per cent and Ebola fatalities by 76 per cent.

Unlike many other mosquitoes, Aedes mosquitoes are active during the daytime, and they are especially adapted to live in urban and semi-urban environments.

In a major crackdown in December 2024, authorities inspected 466 health facilities in Nairobi, shutting down 117 clinics and arresting 15 individuals for operating without licenses.

Over 4,000 “zero-dose” children—those who had never previously been vaccinated—have now received both MR and TCV vaccines.

Trachoma primarily affects the poorest and most underserved populations, particularly in rural areas with limited access to clean water, sanitation, and basic health services.

The surge in infections in Nyali and Changamwe, where a 12-year-old is among those infected, has alarmed officials, who are now activating emergency response systems.

Many consumers believe deodorant is a basic commodity, why pay more when the cheap option works just fine? But dermatologists, chemists, and consumer advocates are urging buyers to look beyond the surface.

Even moderate exposure—within the 70th to 90th percentile—was linked to a 16 per cent increased risk of death, signaling that this is not just a concern for those with glaring lights but for anyone not sleeping in true darkness.

According to the National Cancer Institute of Kenya, more than 45,000 people are diagnosed with cancer each year, and at least 24,000 die from the disease, making it one of the top two causes of death in the country.

The graduates, some of whom completed training as far back as 2019 and 2020, gathered to protest what they termed as neglect by the Ministry of Health and the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Reported data for 2024 shows that 9.2 million people living with HIV were still not accessing life-saving treatment services last year.

Duale said the audit will affect the entire list of nursing interns and warned that disciplinary measures would be taken against those found responsible, including officials and training institutions.

The hospitals association warned that the closures are already undermining access to critical healthcare services across the country.

Among women, cancer was the top killer, claiming 4,498 lives in 2024, up from 3,940 in 2023.

KEWOPA urged the Ministry of Health to urgently restore operations at the hospital and ensure the safety of all healthcare workers and patients.

A report released by the World Health Organisation (WHO) shows that as of 2024, Kenya’s tobacco tax share stands between 70 and 74 per cent of the retail price of cigarettes.

The Mokowe eye unit, the first in the county, was officially opened this week to provide consultations, treatment of eye conditions, surgical procedures, and vision assessments.

WHO recommends that the retail price of tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks be increased by at least 50 per cent over the next decade through targeted taxation measures.

Health CS Aden Duale warned that hospitals admitting patients beyond their licensed bed capacity will be held accountable. He stated that any claims involving shared beds will now be treated as insurance fraud.

In a notice, the institution said it requires a strict three-step verification process, warning that SHA will not cover inpatient costs if admission is not properly referenced at entry.

KMA Secretary General Dr Diana Marion expressed concern over what the association describes as a disturbing trend of interference with healthcare services amid civil unrest.

When properly refrigerated, pasteurised milk remained safe for consumption for several weeks, highlighting the importance of pasteurisation and cold storage in reducing health risks.

Between 2010 and 2019, measles vaccination rates declined in 100 of the 204 countries studied. Notably, 21 out of 36 high-income countries experienced a drop in coverage for at least one routine childhood vaccine.

The pledge was announced during the annual Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada, and will support the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) over the next three years.

Health researchers warn that risks have increased due to climate change, rapid urbanisation, and global travel, all of which accelerate the spread of zoonotic outbreaks.

They are demanding stricter regulation, including mandatory audits, clear labelling of reused bottles, and the adoption of a safe recycling model where glass is remelted and reprocessed.

Contributions to the SHA are made through payroll deductions for formally employed individuals, direct payments from those in the informal sector, and government subsidies for indigent and vulnerable populations.

The committee wants a clear breakdown of the outstanding balances, a payment schedule, and the current status of remittances to all 47 counties.

Health CS Aden Duale urged the public to remain vigilant and report any instances of malpractice, service denial, or fraudulent claims through the toll-free number *147#, assuring that every complaint would be acted upon promptly.

Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Davji Atella revealed that over 200 violent incidents have been reported in recent protests, including seven health workers who sustained serious injuries.

Funded by AMREF Health Africa through the TB Global Fund, the application will facilitate data collection and improve service delivery by enabling the community to provide feedback on the health services they receive.

The ideal method of compiling this list is to conduct a census, as Kenya did in 2023. But this takes resources. Some countries have compiled lists from existing incomplete ones. Senegal did this and so did Kenya in 2003 and 2008.

Speaking on Thursday, Duale said the ministry will not tolerate wastage and warned that senior agency officials will be surcharged for any expired stock at Kemsa warehouses.

According to WHO, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, now account for more than 75 per cent of all global deaths, with tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drink consumption acting as major contributors.

The campaign, set to run from July 5 to 14, 2025, will offer typhoid vaccines to children aged 9 months to 14 years and measles-rubella vaccines to those aged 9 to 59 months.

The funds, allocated in the 2025/26 financial year by the National Treasury, are expected to stabilise vaccine availability and support an expansive immunisation programme targeting millions of children.

Rupha chairman Brian Lishenga faulted KMPDC’s actions, saying it was unacceptable for the council to collect licence fees for Level 3 classifications, then alter the facility status without any form of engagement or explanation.

The complex procedure was conducted on June 24, 2025, by a team of specialists from the hospital’s Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Unit, led by Dr Stephen Takow.

According to the Ministry of Health, the decision was made in response to the physical injuries and emotional trauma experienced by protest victims.

In Kenya, the sale of processed packaged foods surged by 16 per cent between 2018 and 2023. Over the same period, obesity rates have tripled since 2000, with 45 per cent of adult women and 19 per cent of men now classified as overweight or obese.

Across Africa, cancer medications have been found to be substandard or counterfeit. That means people are being given medicine that may not work, or that could even cause them harm.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has unearthed internal fraud schemes involving ghost services and unauthorized system access.

Vaccination is not only about protecting yourself; it's about protecting others who can’t defend themselves.

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale condemned the trend, stating that it undermines public trust in the universal health coverage programme and would be met with swift punishment.

In addition to stigma, practical obstacles such as limited access to affordable and male-friendly mental health services further restrict men’s ability to obtain timely care.

These experiences include various forms of abuse, such as physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, as well as neglect and household dysfunction.

Allan Maleche, Executive Director of the Kenya Legal and Ethical Issues Network and one of the event’s organisers, challenged the reliance on age alone as the sole criterion for access.

The majority of cases have been reported in Busia (48 cases) and Mombasa (37), followed by Nakuru (16) and Makueni (10). Smaller clusters emerged in Nairobi (5 cases), Kajiado and Bungoma (3 each), as well as Taita Taveta, Kilifi, and Kericho (2 each), and Kiambu (1 case).

They will undergo a 12-month structured internship programme aimed at providing supervised clinical training and practical exposure within real-world healthcare environments.