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Many people use their teeth for tasks that could easily be done with scissors, bottle openers or proper tools. Courtesy

The hidden risks of using your teeth as tools

Monday, October 05, 2026
Nelson Mandela with Kofi Annan. UN Photo

Twenty years after Kofi Annan's prophecy, Africa must answer one question whether we delivered

Tuesday, September 01, 2026
Children attend a pre-school class at Munini model village located in Nyaruguru District. PHOTO/FILE
Health

Back to school: The health checks parents should not skip

Monday, August 31, 2026
Bad breath, medically known as halitosis, is common and can affect anyone.

Why persistent, bad breath should never be ignored

Thursday, August 27, 2026
Nyagatare District is increasing water testing, repairing old boreholes and investing in new water projects. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Rwanda

Why Nyagatare District needs to make borehole water safer for use

Sunday, August 16, 2026
Dental caries, commonly known as tooth decay or cavities, is one of the most common oral diseases affecting children and adults worldwide. File

Don't wait until it hurts: Early treatment saves your teeth and your money

Tuesday, August 04, 2026
Children take part in activities during Car Free Day in Kigali. The initiative promotes physical fitness and healthy lifestyles, providing opportunities for children to develop motor skills through activities such as running, jumping, cycling, and play.

Your child is growing – but are they developing?

Thursday, June 04, 2026
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When does thumb sucking become a problem?

Saturday, May 09, 2026
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Health

Why oral health drive has shifted focus to schools

Saturday, March 28, 2026
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Health

Tooth decay affects one in three children

Saturday, March 21, 2026
Every year, on March 20, the world celebrates World Oral Health Day. This year’s theme is, “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life'.

A happy mouth is a happy life

Friday, March 20, 2026
A dentist while treating a patient in Kigali. File

Oral health is not a luxury, it is a necessity

Wednesday, March 11, 2026