Kenya’s public health system is facing renewed scrutiny following the confirmation of nine cases of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease, including one death, as health authorities intensify efforts to prevent further transmission. According to a report by the Associated Press published on October 20, 2026, all nine confirmed cases were linked to the initial patient, a…
Kenya’s Ministry of Health has intensified disease surveillance and contact tracing following the confirmation of nine cases of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease, including one death, as authorities work to prevent further transmission. According to an Associated Press report published on October 20, 2026, all nine confirmed cases were linked to the initial patient, a Kenyan…
After a night of sleep, you may wake up slightly dehydrated. Even mild dehydration can contribute to low energy, fatigue, and digestive issues. Drinking a glass of water in the morning can restore hydration, support digestion, and help you feel more alert as you start your day. How Morning Water May Affect Energy Levels Hydration…
Kenya is facing a growing epidemic: non‑communicable diseases now account for nearly 40% of all deaths—a dramatic shift from past decades when infectious diseases dominated. Alarmingly, half of hospital admissions and more than 40–55% of hospital deaths are now due to NCD Major Illnesses at the Heart of the Problem Hypertension (high blood pressure): Affects…
What Does “Ideal Weight” Really Mean? The idea of an “ideal weight” isn’t one-size-fits-all. Doctors use weight as one of several markers to assess your overall health — but it’s only a small part of the bigger picture. A healthy weight range is different for each person. It’s shaped by factors like your age, genetics,…
Gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes characterized by high blood glucose levels during pregnancy, poses significant risks to both the mother and the baby if not properly managed. 3-Point Summary Gestational diabetes, typically diagnosed between the 24th and 28th weeks of pregnancy, can lead to complications such as premature birth, excessive birth weight, hypoglycemia,…
Vitiligo, affecting about 1% of the global population, is a skin condition causing depigmentation due to melanocyte depletion, significantly impacting patients’ quality of life and often leading to psychological distress. Summary: Vitiligo, affecting about 1% of the global population, causes skin depigmentation due to melanocyte loss and significantly impacts quality of life, often leading to…
Summary: High Incidence and Child Mortality: Over 66% of the 120 million global sickle cell cases are in Africa, with 240,000 children born annually with the disease. Between 50-90% of these children die before age five. Rising Mortality Rates: In 2019, Africa recorded 38,403 deaths due to sickle cell, a 26% increase from 2000, highlighting…
Summary: Uterine fibroids are common, noncancerous tumors influenced by hormones. Symptoms vary, including heavy menstrual bleeding and pain, though many fibroids are asymptomatic. Treatment options range from observation to medication and surgery. Types of fibroids differ based on their location and attachment within the uterus. Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are a prevalent…
Vaccine manufacturer Kenya BioVax Institute is at an advanced stage to set up a fully-fledged facility at Konza Technopolis, CEO Michael Lusiola has announced. He said the country is well on track to realize the dream of locally manufacturing human vaccines. “We are speeding up efforts to see Kenya package vaccines locally within the next…