cardiovascular disease Stories

Recognising the risks: The growing burden of cardiovascular disease
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 02, 2025

Research estimates that controlling major risk factors like high blood pressure, obesity, poor diet, and smoking could reduce the risk of heart attack...

Four tips for a healthy heart from a biokineticist
The Conversation  |  Aug 19, 2025

Many cardiovascular conditions develop silently. Elevated blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol often go unnoticed until a serious event, like a hea...

WHO snubs Kenya over weak trans fat enforcement
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

Trans fats, especially those produced industrially, are commonly found in baked goods, margarine, vegetable shortening, fried foods, and products like...

Study shows drinking coffee in the morning linked to lower cardiovascular risk
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 12, 2025

Both moderate (two to three cups) and heavy (more than three cups) morning coffee drinkers benefited from these health advantages.

New research suggests vigorous four-minute exercise can boost heart health
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 29, 2024

Physical activity supports bone health, fosters healthy muscle growth and development, and improves motor and cognitive skills in children and adolesc...

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