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World TB (tuberculosis) Day.

Is it more than “just” TB? Extra pulmonary TB and why early detection matters

Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Health workers during a mass testing exercise. The cardiovascular system, the human body’s circulatory system, is a vital network of organs and tissues. Craish Bahizi

Shortness of breath: What to know about commonest cardiovascular concern

Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Autoimmune diseases are diseases that arise when your body defense cells or immune system attacks health tissues and organs.

Understanding autoimmune diseases and diagnostic challenges they pose

Thursday, April 03, 2025
Hypertension is one of the most common conditions that can damage the kidneys and result in kidney failure.

How hypertension affects the kidneys

Sunday, March 23, 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
Medics conduct an operation during the launch of Kidney Transplant Surgery at King Faisal Hospital in Kigali, on May 28, 2023. The cost of kidney dialysis treatment in Rwanda is expected to drop from Rwf75,000 to Rwf45,000 per session. Courtesy
Health

Rwanda moves to cut kidney dialysis cost

Saturday, March 08, 2025
Tuberculosis has become an illness of poverty. It spreads when people live in close quarters and are unable to afford space, and it thrives among populations who cannot afford basic healthcare and services. 

Financing the fight against Tuberculosis

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
The recent government decision to impose higher taxes on beers and cigarettes sparked public debate. Craish BAHIZI

Higher taxes on beer and cigarettes: A win for public health, not just revenue

Thursday, February 20, 2025
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FEATURED: Experts urge swift action on neglected oral health, NCDs

Monday, February 17, 2025
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Rwanda

Will new taxes on alcohol, tobacco subsidize cost to treat lifestyle diseases?

Friday, February 14, 2025
Nutrition offers body support in various ways. There are genetic differences, food tolerance, nutrient absorption and metabolism that can influence the effect of diet on disease occurrence.

Good feeding habits can prolong life

Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Dr. Cyprien Shyirambere, oncology program director for Partners In Health in Rwanda, records medical information after seeing patients for follow-up visits at PIH-supported Butaro District Hospital.
Health

Top 10 most common cancers in Rwanda

Friday, February 07, 2025