Maryann Muganda

Tackling Kenya's Water Scarcity Challenges: Sand Dams as a Promising Solution

By Maryann Muganda   2023-11-20 17:46:39

Kenyans are currently experiencing a deluge of El Niño rainwater, but experts are warning that the country must take proactive measures to conserve this precious resource.

GBV survivor: What these 16 Days mean to me

By Maryann Muganda   2023-12-04 11:29:37

Violence against women and girls remains one of the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violations in the world.

How to outsmart candida and curb recurrent yeast infections

By Maryann Muganda   2024-01-07 11:33:38

Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of the Candida albicans yeast species.

Activists lead protest in city over femicide cases

By Maryann Muganda   2024-01-28 18:29:57

Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets across major towns to condemn escalating cases of femicide in Kenya.

Association of pharmaceuticals gets new boss, calls for adoption of code of practice

By Maryann Muganda   2024-01-28 17:49:55

The newly elected Kenya Association of Pharmaceuticals Industry –KAPI has called for collaboration and ethics that will benefit patients.

KNH advances kidney care with successful laparoscopic transplant

By Maryann Muganda   2024-02-09 16:04:32

Laparoscopic kidney removal uses a camera and tools inserted through tiny abdominal incisions. The kidney can then be extracted with minimal trauma to the body.

Medical graduates protest to demand internship placement

By Maryann Muganda   2024-02-13 18:06:46

The medical graduates marched in solidarity to protest the delay in their postings for compulsory professional training and licensing by the Ministry of Health.

Kenya to host EU conference on blue economy

By Maryann Muganda   2024-02-16 15:11:04

The investors will be seeking to explore partnerships and opportunities around Kenya's blue economy sectors like fisheries, ocean renewable energy, tourism and transportation.

Health Ministry requests Sh4.9bn to fund internship programme

By Maryann Muganda   2024-02-22 19:07:58

The Ministry of Health now says it needs Sh4.9 billion to be able to implement its annual internship programme.

Need a mood booster? Try these foods

By Maryann Muganda   2024-03-03 11:10:42

According to nutrition expert Kepha Nyanumba, incorporating mood-enhancing foods regularly can support long-term emotional well-being.

Understanding the thyroid: Is goitre the same thing as hyperthyroidism?

By Maryann Muganda   2024-03-04 17:56:33

A specialist explains the functions of the thyroid and the conditions that cause and result from the improper functioning of the gland

Looming health crisis as KMPDU maintains doctors' strike still on

By Maryann Muganda   2024-03-13 00:13:10

KMPDU maintains that the national doctors' strike announced to kick off on Wednesday is still on.

Erectile dysfunction: Deciphering science behind blood flow in penile function

By Maryann Muganda   2024-03-17 16:55:54

In Kenya, about 15 to 20 per cent of men suffer from erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation.

Counties urged to adopt AI to reduce maternal deaths

By Maryann Muganda   2024-03-30 10:10:09

Maternal mortality rates in Kenya remain at an alarming 355 deaths per 100,000 live births, according to the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey.

Clinical officers begin strike as crisis in health sector worsens

By Maryann Muganda   2024-04-01 07:46:33

As the Easter season comes to a close, patients across the country are waking up to yet another twist in the already complicated situation in the health sector.

Clinical officers blame governors as talks collapse

By Maryann Muganda   2024-04-06 20:28:51

Gibore said failure by governors to come to the negotiation table gives them reason to continue with their strike. Officials had held meetings with PS Mary Muriuki.

Kebs to sue firm behind fake fertiliser

By Maryann Muganda   2024-04-06 04:15:22

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) has initiated legal action against the company behind the fake fertiliser whose distribution to farmers has caused a national uproar.

KUCO to withdraw specialist clinical officers as stalemate deepens

By Maryann Muganda   2024-04-13 13:17:43

Despite the government's efforts to resolve the crisis, KMPDU has dug in, insisting that no compromise will be made until all demands are met.

Unspoken struggle of bedwetting as an adult

By Maryann Muganda   2024-04-15 15:57:29

Bedwetting beyond a certain age is considered a condition requiring attention.

Understanding HIVAIDS testing and counseling standards in Kenya

By Maryann Muganda   2024-04-14 14:49:52

HIV testing standards are rigorously regulated by both the Ministry of Health's National AIDS and STI Control Programme (NASCOP) and the WHO.