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The number of mpox cases reported in Africa in the past three months has been more than half of the total reported in the whole 2024.

Africa CDC reports rapid surge in mpox cases

Saturday, April 12, 2025
A surgical site infection is a post-operative infection that develops at the site of or near the surgical incision or in the tissues or organs manipulated during surgery within 30 to 90 days of the procedure.
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Surgical site infections: Addressing a persistent ‘nightmare’ for surgeons, patients

Saturday, April 05, 2025
Traditional medicine was an integral part of Rwandan culture since time immemorial, serving as a primary source of healthcare for many, especially in rural communities.Courtesy
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The resurgence of traditional medicine in Rwanda and its impact on healthcare

Tuesday, April 01, 2025
AstraZeneca Young Health Programme (YHP) Impact Fellowship.
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Six fellowships, scholarships for Rwandan and African students

Saturday, March 29, 2025
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How Africa could benefit from collective medical procurement

Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Low carb diets may increase colorectal cancer risk, study finds.
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Low carb diets may increase colorectal cancer risk, study finds

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
In 2020, Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) launched a campaign to eliminate cervical cancer by 2027. Courtesy
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How far has Rwanda gone in eliminating cervical cancer?

Saturday, March 22, 2025
A medic assists a patient during the celebration of World Oral Health Day in Kigali on Thursday, March 20. Courtesy
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Rwandans urged to prioritise oral hygiene, medical checkups

Thursday, March 20, 2025
Officials from UNICEF Rwanda, and the embassy of Japan, launch a $1.35 million project on Monday, March 17. PHOTOS BY CRAISH BAHIZI
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FEATURED: UNICEF Rwanda, Japan launch $1.35m project for disaster-affected communities

Monday, March 17, 2025
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin. It is very useful for the overall health of the body. It is found abundantly in natural products, i.e. fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Boost your health and vitality with vitamin E

Tuesday, March 11, 2025
People living with HIV are more than 14 times more likely to fall ill with TB disease than people without HIV.

Solutions to TB and HIV benefit all of us, North and South

Friday, March 07, 2025
Menopause is the state when the monthly period of a woman stops. This usually happens between 50 to 55 years of age.

From periods to post-menopause: A look at challenges, strategies for a better transition

Thursday, March 06, 2025