The new tool is aimed at addressing the health risks posed by this genetic condition, which affects over 500 million people globally.

Health DG Dr Patrick Amoth reassured the public that delays in vaccine delivery from Gavi had been resolved.

As the virus continues to evolve, the study warns that many Kenyans remain vulnerable to severe outcomes from new variants.

The BCG vaccine, one of the oldest immunisations still in use globally, is a cornerstone of childhood vaccination programmes.

A key advantage of this method is its efficiency; risk assessment can be performed immediately after the HPV self-test without requiring additional la...

According to the Treasury report, the failure to allocate funds could result in accusations of disregarding the presidential directive.

The reduction has been credited to intensified efforts such as the distribution of insecticide-treated bed nets and the introduction of the RTS, S mal...

The vaccine was deployed during the 2018-2020 Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo under emergency use authorisation.

There is no cure for HPV itself, but treatments are available for the conditions it causes. 

The trial, set to take place in Kenya, will focus on assessing the vaccine's safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity.

Globally, accepted estimates have suggested between 65 million and 200 million people have long Covid.

This initiative aligns with the Immunisation Agenda 2030, which aims to ensure that communities worldwide benefit from vaccines that protect against s...

However, despite the widespread uncertainty, some parents who are well-informed about the importance of vaccination have chosen to move forward with v...

The Ministry also reaffirmed the importance of polio vaccination, which remains the most effective preventive measure against the disease.

The disease claimed an estimated 7,900 lives in Sudan in 2023, though the actual toll may be higher due to ongoing conflict between rival militaries.

The Senate Health Committee plans to summon Ministry of Health officials to provide clarity on the vaccine’s safety profile and address growing public...

Kavita recounts instances where she and her team visit homes multiple times, only to be met with refusals to vaccinate children.

From April to August, the virus spread to 12 additional countries, with over 1,000 deaths recorded during this period.

Congo's mpox vaccination campaign is a key step in efforts to contain the outbreak at its epicentre