Cancer,oesophageal cancer Stories

Kisumu mother of five beats deadly oesophageal cancer in historic Jaramogi Hospital surgery
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

For the first time in western Kenya, life-saving cardiothoracic surgery gives hope to patients who once had to travel far for treatment.

Up to 1 in 5 lung cancer patients non-smokers: study
XINHUA  |  Oct 22, 2025

From the previous research, the authors said non-smokers at the highest risk of lung cancer are mostly those who are exposed to passive smoking, radio...

How one doctor’s breast cancer battle became a message of hope for Kenyan women
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

She reflected on the struggles faced by patients, particularly those with limited access to care, and questioned how women in underprivileged areas ma...

Clinical trial offers lifeline for men with recurrent prostate cancer
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 20, 2025

Prostate cancer is a disease where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the prostate gland, which is part of the male reproductive system. It is one...

Older men’s sperm more likely to carry disease-causing mutations, study reveals
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 20, 2025

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....

Neurological disorders on the rise in low-and middle-income countries, warns WHO
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 18, 2025

In Kenya, neurological disorders account for up to 7.5 percent of medical admissions in major hospitals, with meningitis, epilepsy, and cerebrovascula...

Experts warn men are overlooking breast cancer risk
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 14, 2025

Dr Abeid Athman, head of oncology at KUTRRH, noted that men often seek medical attention only when symptoms have advanced, complicating treatment outc...

Breast cancer: Warning signs and why early diagnosis saves lives
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 13, 2025

Common signs include a painless lump or thickening in the breast, changes in breast shape or skin texture, nipple changes, and unusual or bloody disch...

Kamukunji’s Kinyago Kanuku hosts groundbreaking breast and cervical cancer screening
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 09, 2025

The initiative marks a key milestone in efforts to improve healthcare access and cancer prevention in informal settlements, where barriers have histor...

SHA begins review of cancer benefit package after patients’ protest
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

SHA also announced plans to meet representatives from the Kenya Network of Cancer Organisations (KENCO) next week to explore ways of improving support...

MPs pledge to raise cancer treatment cover to Sh1 million amid concerns over inadequate SHA funding
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2025

The legislators admitted that the current allocation is inadequate given the high cost of cancer treatment in the country.

New study links oral hygiene to pancreatic cancer risk
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 25, 2025

The study highlights the urgent need for earlier diagnosis, better access to treatment, and public awareness of symptoms to improve survival rates in...

One in three South Africans has never heard of AI – What this means for policy
The Conversation  |  Sep 21, 2025

Thirty-seven per cent of the survey respondents had never heard of AI, while 36 per cent indicated they’d heard of it but knew very little about it an...

WHO warns global fight against non-communicable diseases is stalling
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 21, 2025

According to WHO, NCDs, including heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory conditions, diabetes and mental health disorders, are responsible for mor...

How cancer misinformation exploits the way we think
The Conversation  |  Sep 13, 2025

Cancer is an emotionally charged and high-stakes diagnosis. Loss-framed misinformation spreads quickly and can influence decisions that can put people...

Enteromix cancer vaccine from Russia shows 100 per cent efficacy, awaits approval
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 08, 2025

Although the 10th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok hosted over 100 discussions on economic and regional issues, the unveiling of the cancer vacci...

Stakeholders decry gaps in cancer care under Social Health Insurance
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 06, 2025

Despite the SHA Act’s promise to guarantee affordable healthcare for all, especially those grappling with chronic and critical illnesses like cancer,...

Genetic tests for cancer can give uncertain results: new science is making the picture clearer to guide treatment
The Conversation  |  Sep 05, 2025

DNA sequencing has revolutionised cancer care. Doctors can use it to improve prevention in people who are at risk of cancer, detect cancer early, and...

Biogas and clean stoves transform cooking in Kilifi, reducing smoke-related illnesses
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 03, 2025

County leaders are urging households—especially women, who bear the brunt of traditional cooking methods—to embrace the change.

Breast cancer: New study finds genetic risk in African women
The Conversation  |  Sep 03, 2025

Risk factors for developing breast cancer include being female, increasing age, being overweight, alcohol consumption and genetic factors.

Kenyan mother’s brave battle with hepatitis B: From liver cancer to a life-saving transplant
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 31, 2025

Over 300 million people worldwide live with hepatitis, causing 1.5 million deaths annually, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia, with Kenya accounti...

AI-powered imaging technology can now detect deadly food toxins, study finds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 24, 2025

Researchers from Australia, Canada, and India tested the system on cereal grains and nuts, two of the most widely consumed foods that are particularly...

Norwegian study shows women with more children have lower cancer risk
XINHUA  |  Aug 07, 2025

The research, conducted by the Arctic University of Norway (UiT), found that the risk of breast, ovarian, and uterine cancer decreases by approximatel...

Liver cancer deaths set to double by 2050 as alcohol drives Kenya’s crisis
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 02, 2025

Currently, Africa reports just under 74,000 liver cancer cases annually, with projections indicating this number will exceed 181,000 by 2050. In Kenya...

Health Ministry unveils H. pylori treatment guidelines, formal adoption underway
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 02, 2025

The new framework is intended to standardise the detection and management of H. pylori infections across the country. It is currently under final revi...

Kenya urged to shift cancer strategy towards prevention, early detection
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 30, 2025

He emphasises the need to move away from a healthcare model focused largely on late-stage treatment towards prevention and early detection, where care...

How sunscreen protects your skin and why consistent use is vital
DW News  |  Jul 29, 2025

Health authorities are increasingly vocal about the importance of using sunscreen and general sun protection to prevent skin damage and reduce skin ca...

Construction dust, delayed care and deadly myths: Pneumonia’s silent assault on Kenyan men
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 14, 2025

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

Lamu’s King Fahd Hospital makes history with first laparoscopic kidney cancer surgery
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 13, 2025

Previously available only in major cities like Mombasa—where it can cost more than Sh450,000—the surgery was completed in Lamu for just Sh180,000.

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