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What that runny nose could be telling you.
Health

Mucus mysteries: What that runny nose could be telling you

Thursday, July 10, 2025
Rwandan psychotherapist Dr. Celestin Mutuyimana, whose latest research reveals how mothers can pass resilience to their daughters, offering them protection against PTSD.
Health

New study shows resilience can break cycle of trauma in Rwanda

Thursday, July 10, 2025
Children eat nutritious food at ECDC in Nyamasheke District through “GIKURIRO KURI BOSE” program. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Health

Rwanda sees sharp drop in 'multidimensional' child poverty

Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Patients at Masaka Hospital. Rwanda is exploring the creation of a special insurance scheme to cover unpaid hospital bills for vulnerable patients. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
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Unpaid medical bills prompt rethink on needy patient support

Wednesday, July 09, 2025
The first malaria treatment designed specifically for babies and very young children has been approved for use.
Health

First malaria drug for babies approved

Tuesday, July 08, 2025
The construction of new buildings at Ngarama hospital
Health

Rwf15bn Ngarama hospital upgrade targets 2026 completion

Monday, July 07, 2025
Dr. Yvan Butera, the Minister of State for Health addresses senators on mental health situation in Rwanda
Health

From one psychiatrist in 1995, Rwanda's mental healthcare comes of age

Sunday, July 06, 2025
President Paul Kagame. PHOTO BY VILLAGE URUGWIRO
Health

Skydiving, bungee jumping: Kagame talks thrills and healthy living

Saturday, July 05, 2025
The week-long initiative is part of the nationwide Defence and Security Outreach Programme 2025 in celebration of Liberation.
Health

Kwibohora: Rwf2bn citizen outreach leaves 41,000 patients treated, 70 homes built

Friday, July 04, 2025
More than 40,000 patients across Rwanda received free medical treatment during the fifth East African Community (EAC) Armed Forces Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) week. Dan Gatsinzi
Health

PHOTOS: EAC troops provide free medical care, build communities in Rwanda

Thursday, July 03, 2025
WHO urges 50% tax hike on tobacco, alcohol, sugary drinks
Health

WHO urges 50% tax hike on tobacco, alcohol, sugary drinks

Thursday, July 03, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO) now warns that chronic loneliness affects one in six people globally and contributes to over 871,000 deaths each year.
Health

Ten science-backed ways to beat loneliness, improve well-being

Wednesday, July 02, 2025
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Health

Loneliness tied to early death, says WHO

Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Health

Ten things to know about veganism in childhood

Tuesday, July 01, 2025
Senators during a recent session with psychologists, educators, and mental health practitioners. Courtesy
Health

Why Rwandan psychotherapy students need to understand history

Monday, June 30, 2025
The fifth East African Community (EAC) Armed Forces treat patients during the launch of Civil-Military Cooperation Week at Nyanza District Hospital on June 29. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Health

PHOTOS: EAC armed forces offer free healthcare services in Nyanza

Sunday, June 29, 2025
Dr. Yvan Butera, the Minister of State for Health addresses senators on mental health situation in Rwanda
Health

Ketamine medicine set to play role in suicide prevention efforts, Minister Butera says

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Delegates pose for a group picture at the Gavi summit in Brussels on Wednesday, June 25.
Health

Rwanda pledges $1m for global immunisation amid funding shortfall

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Dr Jean Damascene Iyamuremye, the Director of Psychiatric Care at Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC). File
Health

Early alcohol, cannabis use linked to teen mental health struggles in Rwanda

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Senators follow Dr Butera's remarks during the session on Wednesday, June 25. Courtesy
Health

Higher education linked to better mental health

Saturday, June 28, 2025