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Let's confront silent crisis facing modern men

While mental health conversations have become more common in recent years, many men continue to struggle in silence.
By Dr Harun Issack Hassan 2026-06-27 09:12:00
While developing alcohol dependence may seem gradual and harmless, quitting is often far more difficult than many people imagine.
By Dr Rachel Kerubo 2026-06-15 06:00:00
Blood supply should be treated as a public health emergency and a core part of healthcare infrastructure in Africa, requiring greater investment, stronger policies, and public awareness to save lives.
By Ida Mbuthia 2026-06-08 06:00:00
Menstrual health cannot remain a silent issue discussed only among women. It is a societal issue that requires collective responsibility.
By Dr Sam Thenya 2026-05-28 11:21:47
Kenya continues to face growing demand for healthcare services alongside persistent shortages of healthcare personnel, particularly in specialised areas of care. 
By Gakombe Kanyenje 2026-05-25 09:00:00
It is always the man or woman in the mirror being invited to see an antithesis to his or her own ways, then find the right balance between their worldview and the alternative view.
By Henry Munene 2026-04-25 08:15:00
Resistance to commonly used antimalarial drugs is rapidly increasing in western Kenya, with evidence that the parasite may be evolving faster than current interventions can effectively control it.
By Stephen Wakhu 2026-04-20 09:17:28
In Kenya, the combination of high out-of-pocket costs, unreliable insurance, and a weak public system means that the health system is deepening inequality.
By Brenda Osoro 2026-04-15 07:10:00
Parents urged to closely observe early childhood behaviour, as persistent hyperactivity or withdrawal may signal the need for an ADHD assessment.
By Dr Rachel Kerubo 2026-04-13 06:00:00
"Gambling Disorder" is a serious mental health condition that rarely travels alone; It is almost always accompanied by insomnia, deep depression, and even drug-induced psychosis. 
By Dr Catherine Syengo Mutisya 2026-04-12 17:03:54
The future of East Africa’s health insurance sector hinges on stronger operational systems and cost control rather than expanding product offerings.
By Moses Kuria 2026-04-08 06:00:00
Each year, increased movement and social interaction bring familiar challenges. More vehicles on the road often translate into higher rates of accidents.
By Mary Muthoni Muriuki 2026-04-04 08:44:00