King Charles steps back from public duties to fight cancer
The Buckingham Palace has announced that King Charles III, has been diagnosed with cancer. The monarch’s health setback comes as
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Health
How Mama Lucy Hospital steered through the gas depot disaster
In the wake of the tragic LPG explosion at a gas refilling plant in Nairobi’s Embakasi area on Thursday night
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From NHIF to SHIF: The challenges and controversies
The Kenya Kwanza administration is set to transition millions of citizens from the current National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to
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Alarm for HIV and AIDS patients as donor funding dries up
HIV and AIDS patients in Kenya, as well as children seeking immunization, stare at an uncertain future as key donor
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Alarm as TB cases in Kenya increase to over 90,000
A total of 90,841 cases of tuberculosis (TB) were reported in 2022, a notable surge from the preceding year’s 77,854
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Agha Khan sets global standards tackling heart attacks
Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH, N) handling of heart attack cases has received international endorsement from the Joint Commission International
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Why mental health is misdiagnosed in poor countries
In Africa, mental health research constitutes only two percent of all health research, despite the continent having the highest suicide
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Aga Khan University’s colorectal cancer research gets Sh112 million grant
The Aga Khan University (AKU) in Kenya has secured a research grant of Kes112 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to spearhead a groundbreaking study on cancer treatment. Under the deal, researchers will study the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies to address challenges associated with diagnosing and predicting outcomes in colorectal cancer cases across Africa. In this undertaking, the AKU will collaborate with the University of Michigan’s Center of Global Health Equity (CGHE), which is a key partner in this NIH-funded research project. The initiative will be led by an interdisciplinary team comprising oncologists, pathologists, surgeons, statisticians, and informaticians
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Harm reduction model can help tackle smoking
In an effort to enhance Africa’s public health, stakeholders in the health sector have been challenged to consider harm reduction as a guiding principle in their public health strategies to help tackle tobacco smoking. This call came out when Kenya hosted the third Harm Reduction Exchange, with the primary focus on enhancing tobacco harm reduction initiatives. Harm reduction is a strategy aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of health-related behaviours without necessarily eradicating them or promoting complete abstinence from harmful substances. This approach is gradually gaining prominence as a more compassionate and effective approach in public health. A call to embrace these harm reduction products
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QNET marks 25 years of pioneering health, sustainability
For 25 years, QNET—a global company with a focus on wellness and lifestyle—has not only savored success but also demonstrated its commitment to health and environmental responsibility. QNET held a remarkable double convention in September 2023. This occasion attracted a total of 20,000 attendees from over 20 countries. In marking 25 years in business, QNET has unveiled two innovative products, reaffirming its dedication to healthier living and eco-conscious choices. The star product was the Homepure Nova with Pi-Plus Cartridge, an upgraded version of HomePure Nova 9-stage water filtration system. This innovation promises enhanced hydration and a boost of antioxidant benefits in your drinking water. Commitment
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