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Maryann Muganda

Silent pain of sickle cell anemia

Jeniffer Adhiambo Ayara, a 27-year-old mother from Ahero, Kisumu County, is a woman caught in the relentless storm of parenting two young children, both living with sickle cell anemia.

Silent pain of sickle cell anemia

Relief for patients after clinical officers call off strike

Relief for patients after clinical officers call off strike

How businesses are using TikTok Live to cut costs, grow earnings

How businesses are using TikTok Live to cut costs, grow earnings

Nairobi River, flooded with promises but filled with waste

Nairobi River, flooded with promises but filled with waste

Body's best kept secrets: Discovery of new organ could change medicine

How well do you know your body? For centuries, the human body has been studied in great detail, yet researchers continue to make surprising discoveries.

Body's best kept secrets: Discovery of new organ could change medicine

Mouth to mind: Is your oral health putting you at Alzheimer's risk?

The human brain remains one of the greatest mysteries in science, controlling virtually every function in the body.

Mouth to mind: Is your oral health putting you at Alzheimer's risk?

Turning the tide: How menstrual cups are fighting period poverty

Period poverty, the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products and proper sanitation, remains a widespread issue, particularly in low-income and rural areas.

Turning the tide: How menstrual cups are fighting period poverty

Clinical officers demand ouster of SHA officials

KUCO has intensified its push for the removal of key officials at Social Health Authority (SHA), accusing them of incompetence and discriminatory practices.

Clinical officers demand ouster of SHA officials

Scientists detect new coronavirus strain linked to bats

Scientists have discovered a new strain of coronavirus in bats, known as HKU5-CoV-2, that has potential to infect humans.

Scientists detect new coronavirus strain linked to bats

Concern as mystery disease kills over 50 people in DRC

A deadly outbreak of an unidentified illness has already claimed over 50 lives in the northwestern Équateur province, raising fears of another potential epidemic,

Concern as mystery disease kills over 50 people in DRC

Oxfam: Why women are 'undervalued' in business, labour markets

Women in Kenya continue to face significant barriers in business and economic participation despite progress in gender equality.

Oxfam: Why women are 'undervalued' in business, labour markets

Filthy, deadly: Flies in hospital wards spread drug-resistant bacteria, health experts warn

Hospital wards, meant to be sanctuaries of healing, may also be breeding grounds for drug-resistant bacteria, thanks to an unexpected culprit—flies.

Filthy, deadly: Flies in hospital wards spread drug-resistant bacteria, health experts warn

Study shows ADHD is more than just behavioural, it's biological

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by symptoms, such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Study shows ADHD is more than just behavioural, it's biological

Shocking discovery: Microplastics found in the human brain

A new study has confirmed that microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) accumulate in the human brain at significantly higher levels than in the liver or kidneys.

Shocking discovery: Microplastics found in the human brain

Anxiety: Modern-day epidemic or an affliction only for the wealthy elite?

Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but when it becomes persistent and overwhelming, it develops into an anxiety disorder.

Anxiety: Modern-day epidemic or an affliction only for the wealthy elite?

Crisis looms in the health sector as clinical officers begin strike

A major healthcare crisis is unfolding across the country as clinical officers begin their nationwide strike at midnight tonight, with doctors in Kericho County set to follow suit in two weeks.

Crisis looms in the health sector as clinical officers begin strike

Fighting cancer: From stigma to survival, a growing crisis

A mother of two with many dreams, she discovered a lump in her breast. A subsequent diagnosis confirmed her worst fear: breast cancer.

Fighting cancer: From stigma to survival, a growing crisis

Fake drugs, shortages and high costs major threat to access to medicine, CS Barasa

The scarcity has left vulnerable populations at significant risk, with public health experts warning that prolonged stockouts could lead to increased mortality rates.

Fake drugs, shortages and high costs major threat to access to medicine, CS Barasa

The painful reality of toxic, substandard sanitary towels

International studies have uncovered toxic metals such as lead, arsenic and cadmium in menstrual products worldwide.With Kenyan women sharing harrowing experiences.

The painful reality of toxic, substandard sanitary towels

Era of designer babies coming soon

Scientists promise a future where parents can control their child’s DNA—choosing traits from intelligence to immunity.Experts warn of ethical minefields and unintended consequences.

Era of designer babies coming soon

Why young adults are suffering heart attacks

Recent studies indicate that approximately 30 percent of urban Kenyan adults have elevated cholesterol levels, yet fewer than 15 percent are aware of their condition.

Why young adults are suffering heart attacks

I was chased by my neighbours when I got cervical cancer

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women, claiming an estimated 350,000 lives globally in 2022.

I was chased by my neighbours when I got cervical cancer

Relief as 9.3m children vaccines land ending crippling shortage

The arrival of the first batch of 9.3 million doses of critical childhood jabs is set to alleviate a biting shortage of the vaccines, which has put the health of newborns at risk.

Relief as 9.3m children vaccines land ending crippling shortage

Truck drivers, business people most vulnerable to Mpox, MoH

The latest Mpox survey by the Ministry of Health puts truck drivers at high risk followed by business people and female commercial sex workers.

Truck drivers, business people most vulnerable to Mpox, MoH

Clinical officers suspend strike temporarily

KUCO has announced a temporary suspension of its ongoing strike for 21 days following discussions with the Council of Governors (CoG) and the Ministry of Health (MoH).

Clinical officers suspend strike temporarily

Government confirms arrival of TB, BCG vaccines

Kenyan parents can breathe easy after the country received 9.3 million doses of critical childhood vaccines to address shortages in the country.

Government confirms arrival of TB, BCG vaccines

Mpox threat intensifies as new mutated strain spreads to China

As China grapples with surging the East Asian nation’s health authorities announcedthe detection of a new mutated Mpox strain, known as clade 1b.

Mpox threat intensifies as new mutated strain spreads to China

Health Ministry warns against sale of drugs standardised in India

Through the Pharmacy and Poisons Board, the ministry warned against the importation and sale of unregistered health products referencing the Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP).

Health Ministry warns against sale of drugs standardised in India

We are not prepared to handle Marburg virus, experts say

East Africa continues to grapple with the growing threat of deadly viruses, with the Marburg virus now posing a significant risk to the region.

We are not prepared to handle Marburg virus, experts say

Drama as patients storm Afya House over SHA failures

Drama unfolded after desperate patients from the Kenyatta National Hospital stormed at the Ministry of Health headquarters to express their frustrations over SHA.

By 2 months ago

Drama as patients storm Afya House over SHA failures

Scientists discover a new blood group system after a 50-year medical mystery

Researchers from the UK and Israel have identified a new blood group system in humans, marking a major breakthrough in hematology.

By 2 months ago

Scientists discover a new blood group system after a 50-year medical mystery

Gallbladder cancer: Deadly type killing more women than men

Janet Wanja, whose powerful sets thrilled fans for over a decade, lost her battle with gallbladder cancer at her Nairobi home while receiving palliative care last month.

By 2 months ago

Gallbladder cancer: Deadly type killing more women than men

New mpox strain emerges in China as global efforts against outbreak continue

As China grapples with surging Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, the country's health authorities announced the detection of a new mutated mpox strain, dubbed clade Ib.

By 2 months ago

New mpox strain emerges in China as global efforts against outbreak continue

Experts warn of more space debris

A metallic object weighing approximately 500kg and measuring 2.5m in diameter fell in Makueni.

By 2 months ago

Experts warn of more space debris

Kindiki admits public healthcare funding challenges amid grinding cash crunch

The government has acknowledged that it’s facing financial challenges in the healthcare system

By 2 months ago

Kindiki admits public healthcare funding challenges amid grinding cash crunch

Tough 2024 did not kill the spirit of Kenyan entrepreneurs

The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (Kepsa) reports that over 200 small businesses were affected by civil unrest in 2024, with many suffering significant losses.

By 2 months ago

Tough 2024 did not kill the spirit of Kenyan entrepreneurs

My life or baby's: Unpacking acute fatty liver of pregnancy

Liver disease in pregnancies is quite rare, but when it occurs, particularly in the case of acute fatty liver of pregnancy, it can be life-threatening for both mother and baby.

By 2 months ago

My life or baby's: Unpacking acute fatty liver of pregnancy

New virus outbreak in China raises global health concerns

As the world marks five years since the emergence of Covid-19, China is once again at the center of global health attention with an outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV).

By 2 months ago

New virus outbreak in China raises global health concerns

Volleyball queen hailed as 'pillar and pacesetter' with lasting legacy

Volleyball players formed honour guards at the entrance and on the court where they once practised together, creating a poignant tribute to their fallen teammate, Janet Wanja.

By 2 months ago

Volleyball queen hailed as 'pillar and pacesetter' with lasting legacy

How to avoid foodborne illnesses this festive season

Although it is a time of joy, togetherness, and sharing, there is often little consideration for the potential dangers associated with food preparation and handling.

By 2 months ago

How to avoid foodborne illnesses this festive season

Government strikes deal with doctors to avert nationwide strike

The deal resolves key grievances over intern doctors’ salaries and outstanding salary arrears, ensuring continued medical services across the country.

By 2 months ago

Government strikes deal with doctors to avert nationwide strike

Intern doctors to resume work, says KMPDU

KMPDU has directed all intern doctors to resume work from December 23, ensuring uninterrupted medical services across the country during the festive season.

By 2 months ago

Intern doctors to resume work, says KMPDU

Healthcare crisis set to worsen as medics stand firm on demands

Dr. Davji Atellah, KMPDU Secretary-General, expressed the union’s growing disillusionment with the government’s failure to address their grievances.

By 3 months ago

Healthcare crisis set to worsen as medics stand firm on demands

How innovation is rolling back HIV transmission from mother to child

In 2005, Nelima*, a young expectant mother, found herself in the maternity ward at Siaya Central Hospital.

By 3 months ago

How innovation is rolling back HIV transmission from mother to child

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