Cancer screening awareness Stories
Once seen as an older person’s disease, colorectal cancer is increasingly striking people in their 30s and 40s — a global wake-up call linking modern...
Health experts warn that crushing tablets or opening capsules to make medicine easier for children to swallow can alter dosage, reduce effectiveness,...
Listen attentively and speak less so your child feels truly understood.
Dr Abeid Athman, head of oncology at KUTRRH, noted that men often seek medical attention only when symptoms have advanced, complicating treatment outc...
The researchers focused on two types of brain cells. The first type helps control mood and how the brain responds to stress. The second type acts like...
Autism spectrum disorder affects communication, interaction, and perception. WHO estimates nearly 62 million people worldwide, about 1 in 127, live wi...
The legislation ensures that the Commission can oversee recruitment, training, promotion and other human resource matters while collaborating with the...
The survey is expected to provide Kenya with its first nationally representative data on mental health conditions.
While it has a history of recreational use, LSD is now being seriously reconsidered by the medical community for its therapeutic potential when admini...
Loneliness isn't often linked to Africa, but it is very common. Most affected are young people dealing with changing social and family structures.
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 dis...
The initiative aims to equip students to tackle both environmental and social challenges within their communities.
The Haki Yetu Organisation has revealed that at least 89 older people were murdered in Kilifi and Kwale counties between 2023 and 2025, with many of t...
Raised in modest circumstances in Kitui before moving to Mombasa, Amina—the eldest of two—began her advocacy journey driven by lived experience, deep...
The findings offer new insight into the genetic risks of the disease in African populations and highlight the need for more inclusive genomic research...
Despite significant efforts and progress over the years, the continent continues to face serious challenges in mine action, including the effects of I...
This follows increased cases of suicide among the men, especially in Mpeketoni Division of Lamu West.
In Kenya, childhood cancer accounts for 80 per cent of young lives, mostly due to late diagnosis and the crushing cost of treatment.
To tackle the crisis, the Ministry of Health has launched a nationwide vaccination campaign targeting 14-year-old schoolgirls.
Many people spend a significant portion of their time at work, and toxic work environments are increasingly becoming a major contributor to mental hea...
The 40-year-old, celebrated for her long and decorated career with Malkia Strikers and Kenya Pipeline, died on Thursday while receiving treatment at a...
Evidence emerging in the literature suggests that genetic risk factors significantly contribute to the development of prostate cancer.
To combat the crisis, Gathecha outlined several government initiatives aimed at supporting affected employees.
One-third of mental health conditions emerge before the age of 14 and half before the age of 18.
With its pristine environment and deep Swahili heritage, Lamu has long been a favoured destination, but locals are now seeking new ways to promote eco...
The initiative, which aims to promote early detection and treatment, was unveiled during a memorial service for actress Winnie Bwire, popularly known...
According to the National Cancer Registry System of Kenya (NACARE-KE), the country records 42,116 new cancer cases annually, with 27,092 deaths attrib...
Misconceptions about the procedure and tales of discomfort and pain have made many hesitate to seek professional advice.
WHO reports a 13 per cent increase in mental health conditions and substance use disorders over the past decade.
