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Lack of gender sensitive reproductive health policies adversely affects access to information and services for people in-need. (Net photo)

This is why good reproductive health measures are important

Sunday, August 09, 2015
Ntahondereye on his bed at University Teaching Hospital of Kigali. Nshuntiyabose, his caretaker (right), says his brother-in-law's near recovery is almost miraculous. (Elizabeth Buhungiro)

Knocked into a coma, father of 6 back on path to recovery after surgery

Sunday, August 09, 2015
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Why women should avoid alcohol

Sunday, August 09, 2015
Drinking hot water after dinner and in the morning will help clear the bowels. (Net photo)

Your concerns: I have had constipation for two months

Sunday, August 09, 2015
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Your concerns: How safe is nail polish?

Sunday, August 09, 2015
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Your Concerns: I want to become a vegetarian

Sunday, August 09, 2015
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Week in Health

Sunday, August 09, 2015
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Breastfeeding week: Ray of hope for mothers with HIV

Sunday, August 02, 2015
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'Intoryi' not for the poor but everyone

Sunday, August 02, 2015
Pregnant mothers should be sure that all the recommended immunization visits are up to date and avoid being exposed to any potential risk for infection.

Watch out, Measles causes vast health complications

Sunday, August 02, 2015
The onset of rheumatic fever usually occurs about two to four weeks after a strep throat infection. (Net photo)

Heard about rheumatic fever?

Sunday, August 02, 2015
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The different forms of medical imaging

Sunday, August 02, 2015
Regular physical exercise such as jogging and a balanced diet keep the body and mind fresh.

Your concerns: How can I fight off stress?

Sunday, August 02, 2015
It is advisable to always keep pets clean. (File)

Your concerns: Is it risky to keep pets?

Sunday, August 02, 2015
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Your concerns: My neighbour has chickenpox

Sunday, August 02, 2015
Individuals who take alcohol in excess are at a high risk of getting head and neck cancer. (Net photo)

Head and Neck Cancer Day: Why you need early screening

Monday, July 27, 2015
The first rule for anyone aiming at weight-gain is to consume more calories than one expends. (Net photo)

You can gain weight with a healthy diet

Monday, July 27, 2015
Houston (standing in the middle) speaking to some of the victims in Musanze. (Joseph Oindo)

Podoconiosis: The risk of walking barefeet

Monday, July 27, 2015
Cucumber can also be cooked. (Net photo)

The wonders of cucumber

Monday, July 27, 2015
You need to introduce fresh juice to your soda-addicted child. (Net photo)rn

Your concerns: My child takes 4 bottles of soda everyday

Monday, July 27, 2015