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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) testing allows women to collect a vaginal sample and submit it for laboratory testing to detect high-risk strains.
Health
HPV self-testing is helping women catch cervical cancer early
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Pap smear kit to test for papoloma virus and cervical cancer.
Health
10 things to know about new cervical cancer self-sampling kits
Saturday, January 24, 2026
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Health
Mpox no longer a public health emergency in Africa
Friday, January 23, 2026
The government plans to introduce lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, in the last quarter of the year.
Health
Rwandans react to planned six-month HIV prevention injection
Friday, January 23, 2026
Janvier Igabe and Josiane Tuyishimire pose for a photo. Igabe, who is HIV-negative, and Tuyishimire, who is positive, are married, raising two daughters.
People
How a Kigali couple is thriving despite different HIV statuses
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Some of the sugary drinks that are reported to be contributing to a rise in preventable diseases. Courtesy
Can ‘health taxes’ slow the rise of NCDs?
Monday, January 19, 2026
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Health
Scientists discover previously unknown genetic diabetes in babies
Saturday, January 17, 2026
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Health
What’s driving the decline in new HIV infections?
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Rwanda plans to introduce lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, in the last quarter of the year. Courtesy
Health
Six-month HIV prevention injection set for rollout by year-end
Thursday, January 15, 2026
WHO calls for 'health tax' on sugary drinks, alcohol.
Health
WHO calls for 'health tax' on sugary drinks, alcohol
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
A worker conducts an in-house spraying exercise in Bugesera District, as part of a public health initiative. Courtesy
Health
Malaria cases rise as govt scales up spraying drive
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
The Trump Administration announces the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, putting REAL FOOD back at the center of health.
International
Why US reversed traditional food pyramid
Friday, January 09, 2026
A pregnant woman undergoes check-up at Clinique la Medicale in Kigali. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.
Health
What do we need to attain full antenatal coverage in Rwanda?
Friday, January 09, 2026
For many women, contraceptive use depends on timing, medical advice, and agreement with a partner. Courtesy
Women
Why are more married women using modern contraception?
Thursday, January 08, 2026
The newborns will receive the hepatitis B birth-dose vaccine on time, including babies born at home or outside health facilities. Courtesy
Health
What to know about Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
Monday, January 05, 2026
A nurse uses a poster to explain cervical cancer to a patient at the Rwanda Military Hospital on March 6. Courtesy.
Women
Women can now self test for cervical cancer
Saturday, January 03, 2026
Kisimenti is one of the busiest commercial centres around the City of Kigali, especially during evening hours. January blues usually follow a season of high spending thanks to an extended period of social events and merrymaking. Photo: Craish Bahizi.
Business
Holiday spending drives January blues: Tips to avoid them
Thursday, January 01, 2026
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Rwanda
Make your New Year’s holiday at home memorable
Wednesday, December 31, 2025

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