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A health worker conducts Hepatitis mass testing exercise at Remera Health Center in Kigali on July 28, 2022. Craish Bahizi

Inside Rwanda’s fight against Hepatitis B

Thursday, May 30, 2024

The official launch of the obstetrics and gynaecology (OBGYN) residency training program took place at Rwamagana Level Two Teaching Hospital on Friday, May 24. Courtesy

OB-GYN residency training set to enhance maternal, child healthcare

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Israeli medics alongside their Rwandan counterparts attend to a young patient who had just undergone a minimally invasive cardiac surgery procedure. Courtesy

How minimally invasive heart surgeries are saving children’s lives in Rwanda

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Medics durin neurosurgical operation at Kacyiru District Hospital on January 21, 2020. Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana revealed that new medical tariffs will be approved in two weeks.

New medical tariffs to be approved in two weeks – health minister

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Nyamasheke Youth Friendly Centre/ Photos by Germain Nsanzimana

Youth facility in Nyamasheke District helping check drug abuse, teen pregnancies - officials

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Delegates follow a panel discussion during the Health Research and Policy Conference in Kigali on Monday, May 20. Emmanuel Dushimimana

Experts explore strategies for building ecosystem responsive to Rwanda’s unique health needs

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Miners on duty at a mining site in Rulindo District. The Ministry of Public Service and Labour has stressed. Silicosis mainly affects workers exposed to silica dust in jobs such as construction and mining. on May 16.

Mining companies urged to ensure safety and health of mine workers

Friday, May 17, 2024

Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and Ministry of Health medical personnel attend to a patient during the launch of the nationwide programme for treating patients with cataracts, at Rutongo District Hospital in Rulindo District, on Thursday, May 16.

PHOTOS: RDF, Ministry of Health launch nationwide campaign to treat over 5,000 cataracts patients

Thursday, May 16, 2024

Local artiste Platini Nemeye entertaining participants who attended the compaign to raise awareness about drug abuse among youth at Kicukiro stadium. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Recovering from drug abuse is possible – former addicts

Thursday, May 16, 2024

According to the research, the statistics shows that out of 59 students, 14 students had mental health issues and they needed treatment. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Study uncovers 8 common triggers of poor mental health in UR students

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Young girls with their mentors discuss reproductive health through speak-out clubs in secondary schools in Gisagara District.Photo by Sam Ngendahimana

Battle taken to schools as govt records 22,000 teen pregnancies

Monday, May 13, 2024

Medical professionals are advocating for deeper investigation into the prevalence of neurological diseases, like epilepsy, in Southern Rwanda.

Medics call for deeper research into neurological disease prevalence in Southern Rwanda

Monday, May 13, 2024

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The toll of fistula: American doctors working to stem the tide in Rwanda

Monday, May 13, 2024

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Chinese health experts urge scientific interventions to combat obesity

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Eric Ishimwe serves coffee to a customer at Turambe Shoppe, a coffee shop in Gasabo District, Kigali, on May 4, 2024. Courtesy

Breaking barriers: Empowering individuals with Down syndrome through inclusion

Thursday, May 09, 2024

The ongoing construction activities of the first phase, consisting of a 220-bed hospital and a medical college. Photos by Willy Mucyo

New hospital aims to boost healthcare access and medical tourism

Tuesday, May 07, 2024

The City of Kigali will host the 13th Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2025) which will be held in Rwanda, from July 14 to 17, 2025.

IAS 2025: Rwanda to host major global AIDS conference

Friday, May 03, 2024

A young man getting free surgery at Kibogora Hospital in Nyamasheke District. At Kibogora Hospital in Nyamasheke District and Kinazi Hospital in Ruhango District, approximately 500 patients were treated each day, relieving many people within the rural communities of healthcare costs. Photo: Courtesy of RDF

PHOTOS: Rwandan military medics give free treatment to over 32,000 patients in rural areas

Friday, May 03, 2024

A Rwanda Defence Force medical officer attends to a patient during a past medical outreach exercise in Rwamagana District. Courtesy

Defence minister sheds light on new Military Health Service

Thursday, May 02, 2024

Officials meet women who attended a cervical cancer screening pilot project launch in Ngoma District on Tuesday, April 30. Photo: Courtesy

Ngoma District: New project seeks more coverage in cervical cancer prevention

Thursday, May 02, 2024