hypertension Stories

Is this bad for my health? Kenyan study tests three types of warning labels on food
The Conversation  |  May 26, 2025

The new system will also guide policies like restricting marketing of unhealthy foods to children and other measures to improve Kenya’s food environme...

From wheelchair to walking: The miracle of dialysis that fuels a nurse’s passion in Eastleigh
Charity Kilei  |  May 24, 2025

As a nephrology nurse, commonly known as a dialysis nurse, Kalima specialises in treating patients with chronic kidney disease and kidney failure.

World Hypertension Day: How high blood pressure is killing a lot of Kenyans as it goes undetected
Charity Kilei  |  May 17, 2025

Unlike many diseases that present clear symptoms, high blood pressure often goes unnoticed for years. Many people have no idea they suffer from it unt...

Excessive salt consumption linked to rising cases of hypertension in Kenya
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 31, 2024

High salt consumption is linked to 30 per cent of hypertension cases and related diseases, contributing to 1.65 million deaths annually due to cardiov...

Rising threat of noncommunicable diseases and how healthy lifestyles can save lives
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 27, 2024

The growing epidemic of NCDs has severe health impacts on individuals, families, and communities, while also placing immense pressure on healthcare sy...

Millions of Kenyans living with undiagnosed health conditions- Health PS Muthoni
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 25, 2024

According to the Ministry's Department of Public Health and Professional Standards, over 22.5 million Kenyans have been screened for diabetes, but mor...

Hidden dangers of hypertension: Why early detection is key
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 19, 2024

Risk factors for hypertension include older age, genetics, being overweight, physical inactivity, a high-salt diet, and excessive alcohol consumption.

Stroke: The silent killer of untreated high blood pressure
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 06, 2024

Untreated hypertension can lead to a stroke by weakening the blood vessel walls, accelerating heart disease, and causing blood clots or plaques to blo...

High blood pressure raises odds for Alzheimer's disease- study
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 15, 2024

Researchers hope these findings will encourage more proactive discussions between doctors and patients about controlling blood pressure to mitigate de...

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