Health
Ruto Flags Off Sh350M WHO Medical Aid
President William Ruto on Wednesday officially flagged off a significant consignment of ambulances and critical medical supplies donated by the World Health Org...
Raila Junior's Mourning Expose the Depth of Online Ableism
Funerals, while an inevitable rite of passage that no one can escape, often expose grieving families to intense public scrutiny and unique vulnerabilities.The p...
International Day of the Girl Child: The Disconnect in Reproductive Healthcare for WWDs
Sexual health is a cornerstone of a person's well-being, touching on their mental, social, emotional, and physical health.However, these essential services are...
World Sight Day: Ministry of Health Commits to Universal Eye Care
In observance of World Sight Day, the Ministry of Health has pledged to significantly boost the availability of eye care and reinforce the country's health infr...
Dismantling Barriers to Healthcare Access for the Deaf Community
BY MICHAEL WACHIRA Across the world, and specifically within Kenya, the deaf community faces entrenched obstacles that severely compromise their access to quali...
Gov't to Mandate Sickle Cell Screening in Maternal and Child Health Visits
The government is taking a major step to combat the devastating effects of sickle cell disease by making screening mandatory for infants during routine maternal...
World Cleanup Day 2025: A Call to Action for a Cleaner, More Inclusive Future
Today, as Kenya joins the world in marking World Cleanup Day 2025 under the global theme “Strive for Five” — with a special focus on tackling textile and fashio...
KMTC Expands Vehicle Fleet to Boost Healthcare Training, UHC
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Thursday flagged off eight new vehicles for the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), bringing the institution's total f...
26 Million Enrolled in New Health Scheme, Says CS Duale
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced that 26 million Kenyans are now registered with the Social Health Authority (SHA).Speaking in Nyandarua, CS Du...
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Creating Inclusive Conversations That Save Lives
Every September, the world comes together to mark National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a vital period dedicated to raising awareness, breaking stigma, a...
Critical Services Collapse At Vihiga County Referral Hospital, Equipment Out Of Service For Over A Year
Vihiga County Governor Wilber Otichilo has revealed that key services at Vihiga County Referral Hospital have collapsed, citing prolonged breakdowns of critica...
Gov't To Fund SHA Contributions For 1.5 Million Vulnerable Kenyans
The government has announced it will begin paying social health contributions for 1.5 million vulnerable citizens starting next week.According to President Will...
Government Vows to Prosecute Hospitals Over SHA Fraud
President William Ruto has announced that a thousand hospitals whose licenses were revoked for attempting to defraud the Social Health Authority (SHA) will soon...
PS Muthoni Cracks Down on Outpatient Charges at Level 2, 3, and Sub-County Hospitals
Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has issued a stern warning to hospitals in the country, stating that facilities at Level 2, Level 3, and sub-coun...
Understanding Nairobi's Cold Season and Associated Health Risks
Nairobi experiences its coldest months from June to August, primarily due to its high altitude (around 5,895 feet or 1,795 meters above sea level) and the influ...
Health CS Duale Hails Major UHC Milestone
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Wednesday announced a major milestone in Kenya’s journey toward Universal Health Coverage.According to the CS, 24 million...
Mass registration of persons with disabilities takes place in Kajiado
In a groundbreaking step towards inclusivity, the County Government of Kajiado, in collaboration with key partners, is set to conduct a Mass Assessment and Re...
Terre des Hommes Netherlands Launches the ‘Also Online’ Campaign to Stop the Online Sexual Exploitation of Children
Online grooming, sextortion, livestreaming, and child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) are examples of the exploitation children encounter in the digital environme...
The Emotional Toll of Endometriosis
Every March, the world unites to recognize Endometriosis Awareness Month. This isn't just about raising awareness; it's about demanding change.Endometriosis is...
US Eases Aid Freeze, But Restrictions Remain on Certain Programs
U.S. government-supported organizations, including health initiatives funded by the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), will now continue...