Uji Power is a wholesome, nutrient-packed Kenyan porridge that has become increasingly popular for its rich flavor, creamy texture, and energy-boosting qualities. Loved by both children and adults, it’s a versatile meal perfect for breakfast or as a revitalizing drink anytime. What is Uji Power? Uji Power is more than just porridge — it’s a […]
As men enter their late 30s and 40s, many notice an unwelcome change: despite little or no obvious change in diet or lifestyle, their waistlines inch outward year by year. Traditional markers of “weight gain” — larger portion sizes or reduced activity — often aren’t dramatically different. Yet the mirror and bathroom scale tell a […]
Arthritis affects millions of people worldwide, causing joint pain, stiffness, inflammation, and reduced mobility. While conventional medicine plays an important role in treatment, many people are increasingly turning to herbal remedies for arthritis to support pain relief, reduce inflammation, and improve overall quality of life. Herbal medicine does not claim to cure arthritis. Instead, it […]
Kenya’s Ministry of Health has taken a major step in HIV prevention by recommending the registration of Lenacapavir, a groundbreaking long-acting antiretroviral medicine. The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has approved both the 300 mg tablet and 464 mg injectable solution forms of Lenacapavir for use as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). This follows global recognition of the […]
Kenya is set to achieve a historic milestone in healthcare with the rollout of its first locally manufactured Kenyan Polio Vaccine by 2027. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the plan on Monday after a strategic engagement with the Board and senior management of the Kenya BioVax Institute. During the meeting, CS Duale reviewed progress […]
The internet has recently been abuzz with claims that China has developed the world’s first pregnancy robot—a humanoid machine equipped with an artificial womb capable of carrying a baby from conception to birth. Dazzling images of chrome-bodied robots with transparent wombs containing developing infants quickly went viral, sparking equal measures of fascination and fear. But […]
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has once again raised the alarm over the misuse of Ozempic, a drug prescribed for type 2 diabetes, but increasingly sought after by Kenyans for off-label weight loss. What Ozempic Is Meant For Ozempic, the brand name for semaglutide, is a prescription drug used globally to help regulate blood […]
On August 11, 2025, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni delivered a stern directive to administrators of Level 2, Level 3, and sub-county hospitals: do not charge patients for outpatient services. The order comes straight from President William Ruto, who insists that these facilities must treat patients without demanding any payments. PS Muthoni emphasized that […]
