In Kenya today, drug and substance abuse has grown into a deep-rooted crisis, affecting people from…
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Waste Colonialism: How Africa Battles Western Plastic Dumping
In Nairobi’s Dandora dumpsite, a thick haze rises as people sift through mounds of plastic and…
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Expired Medicine: What You Need to Know and How to Dispose of It Safely
When was the last time you reached for painkillers or antibiotics in your medicine cabinet, only…
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Africa Pushes for Healthcare Independence Amid US Aid Cuts
In the wake of declining international health aid, African nations are rallying to build self-sufficient healthcare…
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Private Hospitals Demand Transparency in SHA Reimbursement Model
Kenya’s private hospitals are calling for full disclosure of the Social Health Authority’s (SHA) reimbursement formula,…
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Congo mystery disease “investigation deepens” as deadly, unidentified illness spreads, WHO says
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced Thursday that its investigation into a mysterious illness in the…
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FDA cancels meeting to update next season’s flu vaccines
The Food and Drug Administration has unexpectedly canceled its annual advisory meeting to update next season’s…
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Kills Hundreds Each Year—How to Stay Safe
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible danger—an odorless, colorless gas that kills hundreds of Americans each…
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CDC Report Suggests Flu Shot Less Effective for Some Kids This Season
This season’s flu vaccine appears to have been less effective in preventing emergency room visits for…
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Woman Receives Life-Saving Heart Transplant After Rare Post-Childbirth Condition
For Kristin King, every day is a gift after she underwent a life-saving heart transplant in…
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Health Ministry Orders Nairobi County
The Ministry of Health has directed Nairobi County to address the garbage problem outside Stima Plaza,…
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SHA Transition Faces Hurdles as Low Contributions and Resistance Persist
The transition to the Social Health Authority (SHA) continues to face obstacles, with low registration rates…
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AAR Hospital Expands Pediatric & Specialized Services to Meet Growing Demand
AAR Hospital has launched an advanced pediatric wing and specialized clinics to meet the rising demand…
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Private Hospitals Clash with SHA Over Service Suspension Amid Unpaid Bills
Private hospitals in Kenya are facing mounting pressure from the Social Health Authority (SHA) to resume…
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Boehringer Ingelheim Expands Healthcare Access Program in Kenya with New Partnership
Boehringer Ingelheim, a leading Germany-based biopharmaceutical company, has strengthened its commitment to improving healthcare access in…
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