Many people across the country need blood transfusions but struggle to obtain this vital resource due to a shortage in blood banks.
Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo's Ondoa Nyasi initiative seeks to do away with grass-thatched houses and replace them with decent semi-permanent houses.
Kenya has over 10 million women aged from 15 and above who are at high risk of HPV infections, which develop into cervical cancer.
As a way of cutting costs, many developers avoid the services of qualified experts, which sometimes has tragic consequences in the form of collapsed buildings, leading to the loss of life.
A new report associates heart disease with increasing consumption of eggs.
Many people are currently experiencing allergic rhinitis, which has resulted in running nose, sneezing, itching body and nasal congestion.
Researchers examined dietary sources of cholesterol and found that eggs in particular were associated with increased cardiovascular disease
Vaccines are meant for healthy people to protect against diseases, and everybody needs them.
Medical experts now say that treatment for influenza and other opportunistic infections can help prevent hospitalisation for those suffering from diabetes.
Cocaine causes a buildup of dopamine in the brain by preventing its recycling back into the cells that release it, impairing normal communication between nerve cells.
The financial stress that comes from poor planning is particularly evident in January. After the December holiday season, Kenyans often struggle to meet recurring expenses.
Medical tourism, which is actively being practised across the world, but lacklustre in Kenya is a concept worth embracing locally.
All research findings and studies conducted both locally and internationally have never linked the rising cases of cancer in the country to GMO.
Judith Achieng’ abandoned her two-year-old child at Kopiata Beach in Rarieda Sub-county, Siaya, after severe stress and depression led to a mental breakdown.
One of the major problems associated with reproductive health is unsafe abortions. This issue has been a dominant topic in reproductive and sexual rights.
Self medication, is highly dangerous and can lead to serious health risks, including drug resistance and even death.
It is healthy to have regular, quality sex as a lack of it can be harmful to one’s health and may contribute to serious medical conditions.
Young Kenyan women are increasingly turning to cosmetics despite the potential dangers posed by the products.
Dr Terry Mochire, Head of Research and Innovation at IntelliSOFT, noted that AI systems can analyse patterns in patients’ medical histories and current health data to predict potential risks.
Cholera outbreak in Migori, Kisumu and Nairobi counties has led to the death of six people even as experts call for the urgent rollout of immunisation campaign and other preventive measures.
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