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The Quiet Sentinels: Understanding the 7 Warning Signs of Kidney Decline
We often think of our hearts as the engine and our brains as the computer, but if we’re talking about the body's ultimate unsung …
HealthKenya Respiratory Diseases Still Top Health Burden in 2025
Respiratory diseases remained the leading cause of illness reported in Kenya’s health facilities in 2025 despite a notable decline in cases compared to the …
HealthWhy Kenya is Bringing Traditional Healers into Modern Hospitals.
Kenya is officially breaking the wall between herbalists and hospitals. Medical Services PS Dr. Ouma Oluga has announced a historic shift: Traditional, Complementary, and …
LifestyleMugithi Star Samidoh Hospitalized: Fans Rally in Prayer After Alarming Health Update
Celebrated Mugithi crooner Samuel Muchoki, popularly known to his legion of fans as Samidoh, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry after revealing he …
HealthBreakthrough for Teachers: CS Duale Announces Landmark Medical Benefit Deal.
In a major win for the Kenyan teaching fraternity, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced a comprehensive agreement between the Ministry of Health …
HealthWorld Health Summit 2026 Opens in Nairobi
The has officially opened at the , with leaders calling for urgent, coordinated action to address emerging and persistent global health challenges. “This meeting comes …
HealthThe Incredible Evolution of Amref Health Africa
In the late 1950s, the vast, rugged landscapes of East Africa presented a deadly challenge: thousands of people were dying from treatable conditions simply …
EconomyFROM TRADITION TO INNOVATION: BUSHIANGALA STUDENTS TRANSFORM MUKOMBERO HERB INTO WINE, JUICE AND HEALTHY PRODUCTS.
A group of enterprising students at Bushiangala Technical Training Institute in Kakamega is redefining the way traditional herbs are consumed in Kenya. Under the …
HealthThe Silent Disruptors: Understanding Often Misdiagnosed Digestive Disorders
For many, digestive issues are dismissed as "just a sensitive stomach" or general indigestion. However, several gastrointestinal conditions remain significantly underdiagnosed because their symptoms …
HealthThe Silent Sting: Understanding the Physical and Financial Cost of Kidney Stones
The sharp, stabbing pain of a kidney stone is often described as one of the most intense physical experiences a human can endure. Yet, …