Heart,Heart Attack,Heart disease,heart failure,heart surgery,Heart transplant Stories

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...

From fish to forests: Women in Kenya’s Coast restore mangroves to combat climate change
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 16, 2025

In Mkupe, a once-thriving fishing village near Mombasa, life has changed drastically as prolonged heatwaves, vanishing mangroves, and declining fish s...

Sleeping with the lights on? Research links nighttime light exposure to heart disease, stroke
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 12, 2025

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 conce...

Ruto awards Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, Princess Zahra Aga Khan Kenya’s highest honour
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

The Aga Khan family has long been involved in Kenya’s development, and these recognitions also reflect the lasting legacy of Aga Khan IV, who passed a...

Flaxseeds for heart, digestion, and beauty—Here’s why you need them
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 02, 2025

Yet, for something so small, flaxseeds carry impressive nutritional benefits—ones that could transform your heart health, digestion, and even your ski...

New valve implantation procedure offers hope for patients with heart conditions
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 24, 2025

This minimally invasive procedure is designed to replace a narrowed aortic valve that fails to open properly.

The heart has sweet tooth: Scientists discover taste receptors in heart cells
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 19, 2025

Researchers have discovered that the heart has "sweet taste" receptors, similar to those on your tongue, that respond to sugary substances and influen...

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...

Why sitting for too long increases risk of heart disease
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 24, 2024

Reducing sedentary time and incorporating regular movement into daily life are crucial steps towards improving overall health and well-being.

President Ruto honors 27 distinguished Kenyans with Elder of the Golden Heart
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Dec 12, 2023

President William Ruto has bestowed honors upon several Kenyans across different categories in the awards of orders, decorations, and medals.

President Ruto honours Faith Kipyegon with prestigious Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart title
Sports Reporter  |  Dec 12, 2023

The 29-year-old mother has broken three world records in the 1500m, mile, and 5000m events. Her stellar performance continued at the 2023 World Athlet...

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