Articles On health

Ulcers vs. H. pylori: Understanding the difference behind the discomfort
EXPLAINER, HEALTH .

Lately, I’ve been dealing with waves of nausea, persistent acidity, and alarming bouts of vomiting. At first, the doctor told…

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How misdiagnosis is endangering lives of patients in Kenya
EXPLAINER, HEALTH .

Imagine going to the hospital with hope only to leave with the wrong treatment or expired drugs. That’s the reality…

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Swallowed truths: Is processed food killing our mojo?
HEALTH .

A look at how poor nutrition, weak food regulations, and processed diets are quietly threatening Kenya’s population growth and reproductive…

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Wellness the Kenyan way: 7 home diet tips that work
HEALTH .

Are you looking for ways to practice healthy habits at home? Often, consider adopting these seven healthy diet habits: Embrace…

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Can too much meat ruin your sex life? Kelvin’s wake-up call
HEALTH .

Did you know excessive meat consumption can harm your sexual health? Meet Kelvin, a proud meat lover. Since he can…

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How PS Dr Oluga’s visit to KEMSA strengthens Kenya’s health system
HEALTH .

The Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr Ouma Oluga, on Monday, May 5 paid a visit to the Kenya Medical…

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Growing pains: Tackling childhood obesity for a healthier future
HEALTH .

Childhood obesity is becoming a major public health issue in Kenya, with the number of affected children steadily increase. By…

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Types of headaches and their impact
EXPLAINER, HEALTH .

Headaches are one of the most common health complaints worldwide. It is affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. Understanding…

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Toxic temptations: Kenya’s youth plagued by a rising wave of drug abuse
HEALTH, HUMAN INTEREST .

In a recent NACADA survey on substance abuse, a disturbing trend has emerged, particularly among Kenyan youth. The report revealed…

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Nausea many faces: digging deeper into the root causes
EXPLAINER, HEALTH .

Nausea, that uneasy feeling in your stomach, has a variety of causes beyond just digestive issues. Various factors can trigger…

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What you need to know about colorectal cancer
EXPLAINER, HEALTH .

It is also known as colon or rectal cancer. This is a type of cancer that affects the large intestines(colon)…

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WHO responds after US reveals plans to quit
HEALTH, WORLD .

The World Health Organization(WHO) has disclosed that it regrets the decision of United States of America to withdraw from the…

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Explainer: Four types of mental health disorders
HEALTH .

According to WHO, mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of…

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Social Health Authority(SHA) update on claims payment
HEALTH, News .

The social health authority(SHA) has released an update on the status of payment of claims for October 2024, which marks…

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From SHIF to TAIFA CARE: Does this change anything?
HEALTH, News .

The government has rebranded the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to Taifa Care, President William Ruto said the term Taifa…

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