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The newborns will receive the hepatitis B birth-dose vaccine on time, including babies born at home or outside health facilities. Courtesy

What to know about Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns

Monday, January 05, 2026

Newborns in Rwanda will now get a Hepatitis B vaccine dose within 24 hours of birth, according to RBC.

Newborns to get Hepatitis B vaccine

Saturday, January 03, 2026

A cyclotron, the machine used for producing medical isotopes for nuclear medicine. Rwanda has already acquired one.

Rwanda to start producing key nuclear medicine chemical in 2026

Sunday, December 28, 2025

A client enjoys jollof rice and chicken at a restaurant during lunchtime. Photos by Craish Bahizi.

Food safety alert: RBC flags increased contamination risk during holidays

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Andrew Kulayige, the CEO of Britam Insurance Rwanda and Chairperson of the Association of Insurers in Rwanda (ASSAR) addresses during a past meeting in Kigali

Insurers' body vows to address delays in paying private health facilities

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Medics conduct screening at Legacy clinic in Kigali. Courtesy

How doctor pay is straining private healthcare finances

Monday, December 22, 2025

Medical professionals carry out a surgical procedure using advanced medical equipment in a hospital operating theatre in Kigali

Private clinics call for review of laboratory test tariffs unchanged since 2017

Saturday, December 20, 2025

A woman works out with battle ropes at a busy gym, as others train on strength and cardio equipment. A 30-minute workout can help reduce stress, lower cortisol levels, and speed up recovery. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Exercise and stress: What you need to know

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Officials and delegates pose for a group photo at the launch of the 2025 Rwanda Demographic and Health Survey (RDHS) on December 17. Courtesy

Declining fertility rate not a concern now, but could be in future - expert

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Health Minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana and Ivan Murenzi, the Director General of the National Institute of Statistics Rwanda (NISR) at the launch of the 2025 Rwanda Demographic and Health Survey (RDHS) on December 17.

Youth HIV awareness drops despite high testing rates

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Residents undergo the Community-based screening for hypertension and NCDs at Kigali Car Free Day mass sports. File

Inside health initiatives that shaped 2025

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Health Minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana delivers his remarks at the launch of the 2025 Rwanda Demographic and Health Survey (RDHS) on December 17 in Kigali. Courtesy

What stood out in Rwanda’s latest health survey

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Children eat nutritious food at ECDC in Nyamasheke District through “GIKURIRO KURI BOSE” program. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Child stunting declines, but govt targets not met

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

The President of Rwanda Nurses and Midwives Union (RNMU), André Gitembagara, addresses delegates during the International Nurses and Midwives Scientific Conference 2025, on December 11. Courtesy

Nurses harness digital tools to improve maternal health, emergency care

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Doctors during an operation at Masaka Hospital in Kigali. Photo by Craish Bahizi

WHO report shows billions lack access to health services; Rwanda expands coverage

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

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Scientists confirm tenth person cured of HIV

Tuesday, December 09, 2025

Sports enthusiasts raise their voices against gender-based violence during Car Free Day activities in Kigali. Courtesy

Inside the mind of an abuser: Insights from a Psychologist

Monday, December 08, 2025

Rising temperatures, wildfires, extreme weather, and increasing air pollution from climate change pose major global health risks, with experts emphasizing the need for reliable data to monitor impact and adaptation strategies. Net Photo

New pilot project to track how climate change drives disease

Monday, December 08, 2025

Rwanda has begun discussions on introducing a malaria vaccine into its national immunisation programme.

Malaria surge triggers assessment of vaccine options

Saturday, December 06, 2025

Under Secretary of State for Foreign Assistance, Humanitarian Affairs and Religious Freedom Jeremy Lewin, and foreign minister Amb. Olivier Nduhungirehe, after signing the Department of State’s second bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Rwanda, in Washington, on December 5.

Rwanda, US seal five-year Rwf332bn partnership to strengthen disease response

Saturday, December 06, 2025