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Understanding typhoid fever and how to prevent it

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The Rwandan government has stepped up surveillance, border screening and public awareness efforts about hantavirus. COURTESY.
Health

Hantavirus: Rwanda tightens surveillance, urges public vigilance

Sunday, May 10, 2026
A test tube labelled "Hantavirus positive" is held in this illustration taken May 7, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Health

Three dead as WHO ramps up response to cruise ship Hantavirus outbreak

Saturday, May 09, 2026
Hantavirus antibody blood test. Detects antibodies to the hantavirus, indicating past or current hantavirus infection. (Photo by Wladimir Bulgar/Science Photo Li / WBU / Science Photo Library via AFP)
Health

Hantavirus: Rare rodent-borne virus linked to severe disease

Thursday, May 07, 2026
Washing hands properly with soap and water is the most effective method.
Health

Experts warn decline in hand hygiene may increase infection risks

Wednesday, May 06, 2026
Residents undergo a mass screening exercise during Kigali Car Free Day sports on February 16, 2025. File
Health

More Rwandans diagnosed with diabetes as care expands

Monday, May 04, 2026
Both delegations pose for a group photo at INES Ruhengeri. Courtesy
Health

Rwanda, Denmark varsities deepen collaboration in cancer research

Friday, May 01, 2026
A dog trainer in Kigali watches as his dogs play. File.
Health

Veterinarians urge stronger services for dogs

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Veterinarians perform embryo transfer procedures in cattle at ISAR Songa on October 15, 2019. The world marks World Veterinary Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (File)

Veterinarians: Africa’s first line of defence for public health

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Senators follow Minister Ndabemeye's presentation on Wednesday, April 1. courtesy
Agriculture

Senators question move to allow Rwanda Medical Supply to import veterinary drugs

Thursday, April 02, 2026
Residents attend the event as Rwanda joined the rest of the world in celebrating World Tuberculosis Day on March 24 at Gasabo District. Courtesy
Health

World TB day: Death rate drops by over 95% in Rwanda

Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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Health

Tooth decay affects one in three children

Saturday, March 21, 2026