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Soaring treatment expenses leave thousands of Kenyans unable to continue cancer care, driving a sharp rise in annual deaths and highlighting the urgen...
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...
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...
Colorectal cancer begins in the colon or rectum, typically as small growths called polyps on the inner lining. Over time, some polyps become cancerous...
As of November 2025, the CS noted that 27.2 million Kenyans had successfully registered under SHA, representing more than half of the country’s popula...
Recent studies show a small but measurable increase in breast cancer risk for women using hormonal contraceptives, highlighting the importance of info...
The summit, organised by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and hosted by NCI-K, will be only the second edition held in Africa, follow...
Mesothelioma, though rare, remains a serious cancer almost exclusively linked to asbestos. In 2022, there were an estimated 30,870 new cases globally.
The combination of high demand and low capacity for regulatory oversight in a market renders it vulnerable to substandard and falsified medical produc...
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...
For the first time in western Kenya, life-saving cardiothoracic surgery gives hope to patients who once had to travel far for treatment.
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...
She reflected on the struggles faced by patients, particularly those with limited access to care, and questioned how women in underprivileged areas ma...
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...
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....
In Kenya, neurological disorders account for up to 7.5 percent of medical admissions in major hospitals, with meningitis, epilepsy, and cerebrovascula...
Dr Abeid Athman, head of oncology at KUTRRH, noted that men often seek medical attention only when symptoms have advanced, complicating treatment outc...
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...
The initiative marks a key milestone in efforts to improve healthcare access and cancer prevention in informal settlements, where barriers have histor...
SHA also announced plans to meet representatives from the Kenya Network of Cancer Organisations (KENCO) next week to explore ways of improving support...
The legislators admitted that the current allocation is inadequate given the high cost of cancer treatment in the country.
The study highlights the urgent need for earlier diagnosis, better access to treatment, and public awareness of symptoms to improve survival rates in...
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...
According to WHO, NCDs, including heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory conditions, diabetes and mental health disorders, are responsible for mor...
Cancer is an emotionally charged and high-stakes diagnosis. Loss-framed misinformation spreads quickly and can influence decisions that can put people...
Although the 10th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok hosted over 100 discussions on economic and regional issues, the unveiling of the cancer vacci...
Despite the SHA Act’s promise to guarantee affordable healthcare for all, especially those grappling with chronic and critical illnesses like cancer,...
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...
County leaders are urging households—especially women, who bear the brunt of traditional cooking methods—to embrace the change.
