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Doctors' strike presents critical moment for reflection and action

The doctors’ strike has placed an immense strain on our people, leaving many vulnerable and jeopardising countless lives.

By Muthumi Njuki 2024-04-24 00:00:00

Doctors' strike presents critical moment for reflection and action

Primary health care and mass vaccination key in the malaria fight

By Arthur Odera And Thomas Onyango 2024-04-24 00:00:00

Why NEMA should break cycle of hypocrisy, negligence and enforce plastic bag ban

The writer says mere warnings are insufficient; decisive action is required to hold violators accountable. The law is clear, and those who violate it must face consequences.

By Edwin Mackay 2024-04-23 19:24:10

We need to demystify and destigmatise betting addiction

Gambling, betting, casting lot or karata, as it is locally known, has undergone unprecedented revolution.

By Mathew Mutiso 2024-04-22 00:00:00

We need to demystify and destigmatise betting addiction

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Devolving health was the right move but handle medics better

We could do better with the terms of service for doctors and other professionals working in the public sector. County governments need to find a way to improve their conditions of work.

By Kamotho Waiganjo 2024-04-20 20:40:00

Devolving health was the right move but handle medics better

Africa cannot afford healthcare but can finance health

True health is the asset that stems from investments in education, particularly for girls, as well as in good nutrition, access to clean water and sanitation, unpolluted air, and an active lifestyle.

By Githinji Gitahi 2024-04-11 17:09:34

Africa cannot afford healthcare but can finance health

Relaxed but deadly: The cancer beneath hair straighteners

These products contain compounds that are serious endocrine or hormonal disruptors. They tend to pose potent health risks when one is exposed to them for a long time.

By Prof Ben Fadhili Jillo 2024-04-10 17:41:45

Relaxed but deadly: The cancer beneath hair straighteners

SHIF's ability to cater to the specific needs of individuals with disabilities is uncertain

The introduction of SHIF presents a potential solution, but its effectiveness in addressing the healthcare needs of individuals with disabilities is debated.

By Ashura Michael 2024-04-08 00:00:00

SHIF's ability to cater to the specific needs of individuals with disabilities is uncertain

We need to talk to our children about climate change

According to UNICEF, approximately 1 billion children are at an 'extremely high risk' of the impacts of the climate crisis.

By Chebet Birir 2024-04-08 00:00:00

We need to talk to our children about climate change

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Handling doctors' strike exposes systemic failures in governance

The ongoing doctors’ strike is set to enter into its fourth week. That would mean a full month of total paralysis in public healthcare services.

By Patrick Muinde 2024-04-06 20:30:00

Handling doctors' strike exposes systemic failures in governance

Stopping the scale before it tips: Preventative care in curbing obesity

Targeted health fairs within our estates offering body composition analysis, tailored fitness routines, and cooking demonstrations for healthy meals.

By Elizabeth Wasunna 2024-04-01 06:57:35

Stopping the scale before it tips: Preventative care in curbing obesity

We are to blame for effects of climate change affecting our livelihoods

The adverse effects of climate change are increasingly evident in the agricultural sector, resulting in decreased income and heightened poverty levels among rural populations.

By Stom Odienya 2024-04-01 00:00:00

We are to blame for effects of climate change affecting our livelihoods

Help our scientists to tackle TB, other diseases afflicting Africa

Developing medicines for diseases like TB that are killing African youths and stunting Africa’s economic growth should be everyone’s priority in Africa and the world.

By Khisimuzi Mdluli 2024-03-26 06:00:00