Health Care

KERICHO, Kenya — A medical expert in Kericho has emphasized the importance of regular prostate gland check-ups for elderly men to prevent complications such as bladder, urinary tract, and kidney dysfunction. This proactive health measure is aimed at a...

FADA N'GOURMA — In a solemn assembly at the Martyrs' Square, the Muslim community of Fada N'Gourma concluded the thirty days of Ramadan fasting with prayers for health and the restoration of peace in Burkina Faso. This significant religious event on T...

Baringo - In a heartfelt appeal, Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi called on striking doctors to return to work and attend to patients in need, amid a prolonged industrial action over pay and working conditions. The request was made during the funeral ...

MIGORI—The Department of Health in Migori County has raised concerns over the critically low use of latrines, identifying the region as significantly lagging in sanitation practices. According to Kenya News Agency, the County Executive Committee me...

MURANG'A, Kenya — Several public hospitals across Kenya are now equipped with a new broad-spectrum product designed to enhance the treatment of wounds, expediting the healing process for patients with both surgical and non-surgical injuries. This init...

NAROK, Kenya - As the doctors' strike enters its sixth day, patients in need of specialized medical services at Narok County Referral Hospital are increasingly turning to private facilities. The strike has significantly disrupted healthcare services, ...

ISIOLO, Kenya — Isiolo County has initiated a comprehensive vaccination campaign against Rift Valley Fever, following reports of the disease's emergence in the neighboring Marsabit County. The campaign is part of the 'Isiolo County One Health Initiati...

GARISSA—A surprise visit by the Garissa County Assembly Health Committee to the Garissa County referral hospital has exposed significant shortcomings in service delivery, prompting calls for urgent action. The visit, conducted on Friday, was in respon...