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Surge in Patients at Health Facilities in Mombasa Amid ‘Mwezi wa Baba’ Event
Health facilities in Mombasa, Kenya, have seen a significant increase in patient numbers as the ‘Mwezi wa Baba’ health event takes effect. This event has prompted many individuals to seek medical attention, leading to…
Ebola Fears Rise as Quarantine Numbers Reach 66 Following Suspected Case in Wajir
Health officials in Wajir, Kenya, are on high alert as the number of individuals under quarantine has climbed to 66 amid growing fears of a potential Ebola outbreak. This increase follows a suspected case reported in…
Ebola Patient Evades Screening at JKIA, Raising Health Concerns
An Ebola patient successfully evaded screening measures at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, Kenya, prompting significant concerns regarding the country's preparedness for managing the Ebola virus…
KMPDU Calls for Protection of Health Workers Amid Ebola Case in Kenya
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has demanded enhanced protection for frontline health workers following the confirmation of the country's first-ever Ebola case. This comes in th…
Jambojet Initiates Contact Tracing for Ebola Exposure on Entebbe-Nairobi Flight
Jambojet has launched efforts to trace contacts of passengers who may have been exposed to Ebola on a recent flight from Entebbe, Uganda, to Nairobi, Kenya. This move comes in response to heightened concerns regarding…
Kenya to Begin Manufacturing HIV-Prevention Drug in Major Health Breakthrough
Kenya has announced plans to manufacture an HIV-prevention drug, marking a significant health breakthrough with the potential for wide-reaching impact. This initiative aims to bolster the country's efforts in combatin…
Kenya Faces Sh4.5 Billion TB Funding Gap as Donor Support Dwindles
Kenya is currently facing a significant funding gap of Sh4.5 billion for tuberculosis (TB) control efforts as donor support diminishes, posing a serious threat to public health and the lives of thousands of individual…
Health Ministry Launches Sh2.9bn Initiative to Combat El Niño Effects
The Health Ministry has initiated a comprehensive plan to address the health risks associated with the El Niño weather phenomenon, allocating Sh2.9 billion for the effort. This plan specifically targets high-risk coun…
Annual Snakebite Death Toll in Kenya Reaches 1,000, Highlights Urgent Health Issue
In Kenya, it has been reported that approximately 1,000 individuals die from snakebites each year, underscoring a significant health issue affecting the population. The revelation was made by a public official, emphas…
Ebola Infections Surge Past 7,000 in Democratic Republic of Congo Amid New Outbreak
Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo have surpassed 7,000 as the virus has spread to a new province, exacerbating an already serious health crisis in the region. The outbreak has raised significant int…
Surge in Erectile Dysfunction Cases Among Young Men in Kenya Raises Health Concerns
Urologists in Kenya have reported a concerning rise in cases of erectile dysfunction among young men, a trend that is likely to spark important conversations regarding men's health. This increase has been noted across…
Does Perfume on the Neck Harm Your Thyroid? Here’s What Science Says
There is no evidence that spraying perfume on the neck poses a unique risk to the thyroid gland, despite claims circulating on social media about hormone disruption and chemical exposure.The thyroid is a butterfly-sha…
Why More Kenyans Are Wearing Glasses
Kenya’s optical sector recorded Sh3.14 billion in insured spending in 2025, as the number of people seeking vision care continued to rise.The figure increased from Sh2.99 billion in 2024, according to the Kenya Optica…
Nutrition Crisis: Half of Food Served to Children Lacks Vegetables
A recent report highlights a significant nutrition crisis affecting children in Kenya, revealing that nearly half of the food served to them lacks essential vegetables. This alarming statistic was reported by Daily Na…
Ivorian Designer Loza Maléombho Innovates with African Stories
Ivorian designer Loza Maléombho, renowned for her internationally acclaimed fashion designs, is carving a niche beyond the world of fashion by intertwining African heritage with modern technology. Maléombho, who gaine…
Kenyan Doctor Wants Sexual Dysfunction Recognised as a Disability
Parliament has been petitioned to recognise chronic sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction and hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), as a disability under Kenyan law.Dr Benson Kibore, who filed the pet…
Duale Endorses Sh129 Million Sickle Cell Project Benefiting Three Counties
In a significant health initiative, a proposed project aimed at addressing sickle cell disease has been welcomed by a key political figure in Kenya. The initiative, which is set to cost Sh129 million, will impact thre…
How Can Twins Have Different Parents? A Fertility Expert Explains.
A Gold Coast surrogate has given birth to twins who have no genetic connection, in a rare case that has raised complex legal questions in Queensland.The 27-year-old woman, who already has five children, had agreed to…
Cancer Drug Prices Set to Decrease Following Pfizer Deal Announcement by Ruto
Cancer drug prices are expected to drop significantly following an announcement made by President William Ruto regarding a new deal with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. This development is anticipated to have a major imp…
Public Hospitals Empty as KNH Faces Overflow Amid Ongoing Clinical Officers' Strike
The ongoing strike by clinical officers has led to a significant disruption in healthcare services across public hospitals in the country, with many facilities reporting a drastic decrease in patient numbers. In stark…