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UHC workers threaten strike, demand permanent terms and gratuity

Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers have called upon the Ministry of Health to employ them on permanent and pensionable terms.

By James Wanzala 2025-10-08 18:05:50

UHC workers threaten strike, demand permanent terms and gratuity

Union commends Isiolo county for public health reforms

By Bruno Mutunga 2025-10-08 16:28:11

KNH, Murang'a hospitals overrun as Kiambu strike pushes patients across counties

KNH, Murang’a Level 5 hospitals struggle to handle a surge in patient numbers as the ongoing doctors’ strike in Kiambu County cripples services.

By David Njaaga 2025-10-08 13:35:10

Private hospitals warn of collapse as Social Health Authority delays payments

Private healthcare providers warn that universal health coverage plan risks collapse due to poor design, delayed reimbursements and funding shortfalls a year after the launch of SHA.

By Sharon Wanga 2025-10-08 13:24:06

Private hospitals warn of collapse as Social Health Authority delays payments

Timely surgery saves Mombasa youth from going completely blind

Eye specialists describe retinal detachment as a medical emergency in which the retina separates from the back of the eye, leading to blurry vision.

By Patrick Beja 2025-10-08 09:14:17

Timely surgery saves Mombasa youth from going completely blind

Experts call for holistic 'Blue Values' approach to protect Indian Ocean

The ocean serves as a lifeline for millions of people by providing food security, supporting livelihoods, regulating climate, protecting coastlines, and sustaining cultural heritage.

By Nanjinia Wamuswa 2025-10-07 17:20:11

Experts call for holistic 'Blue Values' approach to protect Indian Ocean

Over 100 people die by suicide in three months in Nyeri County

Authorities have raised concerns over the rising cases of suicide in Nyeri following the deaths of 101 people, including 77 men and 24 women.

By Purity Mwangi 2025-10-07 12:38:16

Over 100 people die by suicide in three months in Nyeri County

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CoG defends Wamatangi amid growing Kiambu health crisis concern

The Council of Governors has defended Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, dismissing reports that 136 newborns have died in the county due to an ongoing doctors’ strike.

By Juliet Omelo 2025-10-07 06:00:00

CoG defends Wamatangi amid growing Kiambu health crisis concern

Kenya hosts breast cancer training as awareness month starts

As this week marks the start of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Kenya is hosting a major regional breast cancer imaging course.

By Mark Oloo 2025-10-06 20:50:00

Kenya hosts breast cancer training as awareness month starts

Hospitals lobby warns teachers against transition to SHA

RUPHA Chairperson Brian Lishenga has cautioned teachers against transferring their medical scheme to SHA, warning they risk losing enhanced benefits unless the law is amended.

By Juliet Omelo 2025-10-06 10:41:13

Hospitals lobby warns teachers against transition to SHA

Understanding possibility of remission in diabetes

Weight loss achieved through lifestyle changes is strongly linked with remission, however, diabetes can recur if lifestyle is not rigorously maintained.

By Ryan Kerubo 2025-10-06 07:00:00

Understanding possibility of remission in diabetes

Turkana on high alert as cases of Kala-azar infections, deaths surge

Turkana County has declared a public health emergency in the wake of significant rise in cases of Kala-azar infections.

By Lucas Ngasike 2025-10-06 06:30:00

Turkana on high alert as cases of Kala-azar infections, deaths surge

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Why Kenya's babies are missing mother's milk

According to the Ministry of Health, three in every 10 mothers in Kenya are no longer breastfeeding their children at all, relying entirely on bottle-feeding.

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-10-06 06:00:00