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Participants undergo a mass screening of non-communicable deseases during the Car-Free Day mass sports on Sunday, June 1. Courtesy
Health

Young people questioned on reluctance to take NCD screenings

Monday, June 02, 2025
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Health

Dr. Subira Manzi’s bold mission to demystify menopause care in Rwanda

Monday, June 02, 2025
Eric Rwigamba, the State Minister for Agriculture and Animal Resources delivers his remarks at the closing ceremony of the International Dairy Federation (IDF) Regional Dairy Conference Africa 2025. Courtesy
Agriculture

Africa’s prosperity tied to modernizing agric food systems, says Minister Rwigamba

Sunday, June 01, 2025
Sauna bathing, a centuries-old Finnish tradition known for its health benefits, is now widely offered in Rwanda, especially in Kigali. Courtesy
Wellness

Saunas aren’t safe for everyone – experts

Saturday, May 31, 2025
Yoga helps to achieve holistic health, i.e. the physical, mental, and spiritual health of a person. A series of exercises is based on deep breathing, breathing from the nostrils, etc. File

Beyond the poses: Yoga's impact on your mental well-being

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Cross-border traders at La Petite Barriere, the border between Rwanda and DR Congo in Rubavu District. File photo
Health

12 African countries agree to intensify cross-border collaborations to tackle disease outbreaks

Saturday, May 24, 2025
Tobacco smoke is one of the leading causes of and high-risk factors for lung cancer.

Tobacco smoke, a dangerous toxin for human health

Friday, May 23, 2025
A veterinarian inspects a vaccination dose of swine erysipelas in Kivumu Sector, Rutsiro District. Photos by Germain Nsanzimana.
Rwanda

Rutsiro intensifies efforts to fight swine disease, boost pig farming

Thursday, May 22, 2025
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder in which too much protein is passed in the urine, resulting in puffiness over the face, and tiredness.

What you need to know about nephrotic syndrome

Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Health professionals warn that skipping doses or self-medicating is making antibiotics like amoxicillin ineffective in up to 80% of cases, driving antimicrobial resistance.
Health

What you should know about antimicrobial resistance, an escalating global threat

Saturday, May 17, 2025
Mental Health medics meet with residents during an awareness compaign. Courtesy
Health

Early signs of mental health struggles you might be ignoring

Saturday, May 17, 2025
Medics during a mass test of non-communicable deseases during Car-Free-Day mass sports. Excessive salt consumption is putting millions of lives at risk, nutrition experts have warned. Craish Bahizi
Health

Excess salt linked to high blood pressure, kidney failure, cancer

Tuesday, May 13, 2025