health

MMUST’s Prolific Environmental Scientist Dr. Humphrey Agevi Appointed as Programme Coordinator for the Eastern and South African Hub for Climate Change and Health

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology’s (MMUST) prolific environmental scientist, Dr. Humphrey Agevi has been appointed as the Programme Coordinator for…

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Webinar addresses human rights and health equity

The dialogue was held in conjunction with the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council, which runs from 15 June–7…

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SHA Introduces Fingerprint Verification For Children Aged 7–17 To Curb Health Insurance Fraud

NAIROBI, Kenya,Jul 7-The Social Health Authority (SHA) has introduced biometric fingerprint identification for registered child dependants aged between seven and…

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‘I love rescuing birds’: Kenya ‘Birdman’ is internet hit but worries health officials

A formerly homeless man in Nairobi has become a viral sensation after years of rescuing and living with injured birds,…

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Duale launches preparations for Presidential National Health summit 2026

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale addressing stakeholders during the inaugural Planning Committee meeting for the Presidential National Health Summit 2026…

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Opinion: Unsung Heroes: Community Health Promoters bring hope to northern Kenya

The vast deserts of Northern Kenya hold a harsh beauty, yet beneath the scorching sun lies a hidden struggle. Access…

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Jubilee Health targets uninsured communities with pay-in-instalments health insurance model

Jubilee Health Insurance is expanding an instalment-based premium payment model in Nairobi as part of a broader effort to make health…

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PS Muthoni Launches Women In Healthcare Caucus, Calls On Female Health Workers To Upskill Through Government-Funded Training

NAIROBI,Kenya, Jul 4-Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has challenged women in healthcare sector to take advantage of government-funded opportunities…

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Ministry of Health Warns Over Rising Flood of Fake Drugs in Kenyan Market

The Ministry of Health has raised alarm over the increasing circulation of counterfeit medicines and fake medical products in Kenya,…

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Cabinet okays Kenya-US Health Deal to Strengthen Disease Surveillance

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 30 – Kenya and the United States are set to deepen cooperation in public health after the…

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