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A recent survey conducted by the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) reveals that alcohol consumption in the country has risen from 41 percent in 2013 to 48 percent in 2022. CRAISH BAHIZI
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Five lesser known ways alcohol impacts your body

Monday, July 10, 2023
A waiter sets a mini-bar at Kisimenti car free zone. The Ministry of Health has launched a new campaign aimed at fighting the behaviour among people, especially the youth. CRAISH BAHIZI
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New campaign seeks to curb rise in alcohol consumption

Sunday, July 09, 2023
Only 12 countries across different regions in Africa are set to receive 18 million doses of the first-ever malaria vaccine. INTERNET PHOTO
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Why Rwanda did not apply for latest malaria vaccine

Sunday, July 09, 2023
Rwanda FDA checked its import system and confirmed that the incriminated products 'a cough syrup called NATURCOLD, manufactured by Fraken in India' never entered the Rwandan market.
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Rwanda FDA confirms absence of medicine linked to child deaths in Cameroon

Saturday, July 08, 2023
Dr. Lidong Yu, a Chinese orthopedic surgeon and his teammate during a surgical operation at Kibungo Referral Hospital in Rwanda. Courtesy
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How Chinese orthopedic surgeon is saving lives in Rwanda

Tuesday, July 04, 2023
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Concern as alcohol consumption surges in Rwanda

Monday, July 03, 2023
Experts say that many people think they don’t have dental problems until the situation gets out of the hand. File
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Over 50 percent Rwandans never visit the dentist - survey

Saturday, July 01, 2023
The number of overweight people in Rwanda has increased from 14 percent in 2013 to 18.6 percent in 2022, according to findings of a country-wide survey carried out by Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC).
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Obesity on the rise among Rwandans – new study

Friday, June 30, 2023
Ingenzi Health Initiative co-founders pose for a group photo with students of Collège Saint André Nyamirambo after the Ingenzi talks.
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Mental wellness: A challenge to conquer with engaging activities

Friday, June 30, 2023
The Bound Angle, 'Baddha Konasana' pose. All Photos by Christiane Murengerantwari
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Finding your flow: Uncovering the essence of yoga

Friday, June 23, 2023
A nurse takes care of a baby at Kirehe Hospital. Experts say that by age 30, fertility starts to decline, means that the risks of miscarriage and stillbirth are higher in people who are older than 35. File
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Conceiving after age 35: Experts weigh in on hitches

Thursday, June 22, 2023
A new look of Tapis Rouge that has been transformed into a recreational and sporting space with numerous sports facilities. Photos by Craish Bahizi
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PHOTOS: A look at Nyamirambo’s Tapis Rouge makeover

Thursday, June 22, 2023
The 2.4 kilometers long track has a four metre width and is laid on a special lane.
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PHOTOS: City of Kigali unveils running track

Sunday, June 18, 2023
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Rwanda FDA recalls Johnson's baby powder over safety concerns

Sunday, June 18, 2023
Specialists on mental health during an outreach program to meet residents upcountry for raising awareness on mental health issues. Courtesy
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Over 1,500 people in Gasabo, Bugesera benefit from mental health campaign

Friday, June 16, 2023
Some officials and delegates pose for a photo as the organization initiates a transformative campus outreach programme at the University of Rwanda, Nyagatare campus on June 13. Courtesy
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Say no to drugs: Youth-led initiative cautions Nyagatare students on drug abuse, mental health

Friday, June 16, 2023
A centre where parents are trained on how to fight stunting and malnutrition in Nyamasheke. Craish Bahizi
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Inside Rwanda's renewed battle against stunting

Thursday, June 15, 2023
Seth Berkley, Chief Executive of Gavi ,the Vaccine Alliance, has expressed confidence in buying ‘quality’ vaccines manufactured in Africa. Internet
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Gavi positive about buying vaccines produced in Africa

Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Children enjoy a meal during the launch of the two-year multisectoral plan that aims to reduce stunting in Musanze District. Courtesy photo
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Rwanda launches two-year plan to reduce stunting, improve child nutrition

Wednesday, June 14, 2023
The trials of an mRNA vaccine for HIV in Rwanda, underway since 2021, have shown promising progress in their preliminary phases. Courtesy
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HIV vaccine trials in Rwanda on track – officials

Wednesday, June 14, 2023