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The vaccines and treatments being developed for Ebola outbreak
There are no vaccines or treatments for the strain of Ebola that has killed more than 200 people in DR Congo and Uganda, but several are being urgently developed.
By AFP
2026-06-18 21:01:52
By Rodgers Otiso
2026-06-18 11:38:00
WHO has issued its first guidelines for Ebola and Marburg treatment, aiming to improve survival as DRC and Uganda battle an ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak.
By Eunice Omollo
2026-06-17 19:56:00
African leaders, scientists and policymakers are calling for urgent action to protect the continent's oceans from the rising impact of climate change, pollution and overfishing.
By Patrick Beja
2026-06-16 15:54:45
Health facilities claim SHA owes Sh5.5 billion in unpaid claims since February, causing drug shortages, unpaid staff and disrupted patient care.
By Mercy Kahenda
2026-06-16 08:50:00
A new study suggests that many health workers are grappling with mental health challenges, raising important questions about workforce wellbeing and the quality of care patients receive.
By Ryan Kerubo
2026-06-15 07:30:00
Wrinkles are an insecurity that has fuelled a lot of cosmetic businesses with both women and men going out of their way to buy heavily advertised products that claim to reduce or remove wrinkles.
By Noel Nabiswa
2026-06-15 06:00:00
While tonsils and adenoids play an important role in the immune system, they can become enlarged due to recurrent infections, allergies, or environmental irritants, particularly in young children.
By Rodgers Otiso
2026-06-15 06:00:00
Tyger, to improve the quality of MRI scans generated by ultra-low-field systems, a development that could expand access to advanced medical imaging in underserved communities across Africa.
By James Wanzala
2026-06-15 06:00:00
Stakeholders are calling for urgent government intervention, including increased funding for GBV and mental health services, the establishment of more government-run shelters, and awareness campaigns.
By Wanjiku Kariuki
2026-06-15 06:00:00
Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has defended the government's healthcare reforms and urged leaders to stop politicising health matters.
By Juliet Omelo
2026-06-14 19:29:33
The country is yet to record any Ebola case as the government enhances surveillance and testing efforts, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni Muriuki
By George Sayagie
2026-06-14 17:04:00
Across Kilifi, community champions are helping families identify pregnancy danger signs, understand proper nutrition and access healthcare services before emergencies arise.
By Selina Mutua
2026-06-14 11:53:20
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