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Kenya’s C-Section Rate Hits 20%, Surpassing WHO Recommendations

May 4, 2026 • Ropson

Kenya’s rising C-section rate sparks concern as births surpass WHO’s recommended limits, highlighting growing questions over necessity and maternal care trends Kenya’s maternal health…

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KNH Nurses Strike Over Unfulfilled 2017 Deal

Apr 13, 2026 • Ropson

KNH Nurses Strike Over Unfulfilled 2017 Deal, Paralyzing Services at Kenya’s Largest Referral Hospital Operations at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have been significantly disrupted…

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Pink Moon April 1: A Symbol of New Beginnings

Apr 1, 2026 • Wilfred Okello

What Is the Pink Moon? The Pink Moon is the full moon that appears in April. Despite its name, the moon does not turn…

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Long-Term Cannabis Use Alters Brain Structure, Study Finds

Mar 31, 2026 • Ropson

Long-term cannabis use may thin the frontal cortex, affecting focus, decision-making, and motivation. A growing body of scientific research is beginning to challenge the…

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Kenya Races to Secure Rotavirus Vaccines as Supplies Run Low

Mar 6, 2026 • Brightone Otieno

Kenya’s Ministry of Health has reported a temporary shortage of the rotavirus vaccine, raising concern among parents and healthcare providers. According to Aden Duale,…

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Medical Experts Warn Against Using Mukombero for Erectile Dysfunction

Feb 23, 2026 • Ropson

Medical experts warn Mukombero poses health risks for erectile dysfunction In recent weeks, health authorities and medical experts have raised serious concerns over the…

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Kenya Receives First 21,000 Long-Acting HIV Prevention Doses

Feb 18, 2026 • Ropson

Kenya has received its first 21,000 doses of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug. This milestone offers a more convenient, twice-yearly option for…

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Forest Bathing: The Proven Art of Healing Through Nature

Feb 17, 2026 • Brightone Otieno

In today’s fast-paced world, forest bathing offers a simple yet powerful way to slow down and reconnect with nature. Rooted in the Japanese practice…

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NACADA Cracks Down on Illegal Shisha Trade

Feb 27, 2025 • Santra

NACADA has intensified its crackdown on illegal shisha trade, leading to the arrest of two individuals at Paris Lounge in Lang’ata. Officers seized a…

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Warning Against Ill-Fitting Menstrual Cups

Feb 12, 2025 • Santra

Doctors caution that improper positioning and incorrect sizing of menstrual cups can lead to negative effects on the upper urinary tract. While menstrual cups…

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