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Shingles Vaccine May Reduce Risk of Dementia, Study Finds

A new study suggests that the shingles vaccine could do more than prevent painful rashes—it may also protect the brain and reduce the risk...

Common Infections May Soon Defy Treatment, Ministry of Health Warns

NAIROBI, Kenya — The Ministry of Health has sounded the alarm over rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the country, warning that common infections could...

Scientists Discover Why Type 1 Diabetes Hits Kids Harder Than Adults

New research has uncovered why type 1 diabetes progresses more aggressively in children, particularly those under seven, offering hope for future treatments that could...

Nutritionists Reveal: Why Refrigerating These Everyday Foods Could Ruin Them

For decades, refrigerators have been the go-to solution for keeping food fresh and safe. But nutrition experts are now warning that not every food...

New Study Uncovers Unique Genetic Links to Breast Cancer Among African Women

A study by researchers at the University of the Witwatersrand has identified two genetic variants that increase the risk of breast cancer among African...

New Fertility Law Bars Foreigners from Surrogacy in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya - The National Assembly has approved the Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Bill, marking a major step toward regulating in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and...

Toxic Truth: Nearly Half of Skin-Lightening Creams Contain Dangerous Mercury Levels

A new global study has revealed alarming levels of mercury in popular skin-lightening creams, exposing consumers to severe health risks despite existing international and...

Understanding Leukemia, Its Causes, and Treatment Options

Leukemia is a type of cancer that begins in the body’s blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow and lymphatic system.It disrupts the production of...

Only One in Four Kenyan Women Screened for Cervical Cancer, Study Reveals

A new study has revealed that fewer than one in four Kenyan women have ever been screened for cervical cancer, underscoring persistent gaps in...

Chronic Kidney Disease Now Among World’s Top 10 Killers — Report Warns of Rising Cases in Kenya

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has joined the world’s top ten causes of death for the first time, underscoring a growing global health crisis that...
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