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(L-R) Maj Gen Ephraim Rurangwa , the new Chief of Staff of the Medical Health Service, Brig General Dr John Nkurikiye the new Deputy Chief of Staff of the Medical Health Service and Brig Gen Eugene Ngoga, the new Commandant Rwanda Military Referral and Teaching Hospital . Courtesy

Kagame approves RDF new health service, names top management

Wednesday, May 01, 2024

Doctors during an operation at King Faisal Hospital. Sam Ngendahimana

Revised medical tariffs to come into effect in July

Wednesday, May 01, 2024

Dr Daniel Ngamije the Director of WHO Global Malaria Program delivers his remarks during the 8th Pan-African Malaria Conference in Kigali on Friday April 26. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Inside USAID Tubeho’s drive to improve maternal and child healthcare services

Wednesday, May 01, 2024

This toolkit will assist parents, teachers, and guardians in educating children and youth on sexual and reproductive health to address teen pregnancies.

Rwanda to use UNESCO model to reduce teenage pregnancies

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Medics work at the newly inaugurated neurology unit at King Faisal Hospital on Thursday, April 25. All photos by Dan Gatsinzi

King Faisal Hospital launches neurology unit

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Prime Minister Dr Edouard Ngirente meets members of the Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM) society in Kigali on Friday, April 26 . Courtesy

PM Ngirente, MIM delegation discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in fighting malaria

Saturday, April 27, 2024

A health worker during indoor residual spraying exercise in Bugesera. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Malaria: How is Rwanda handling insecticide resistance?

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Specialists on mental health during an outreach program to meet residents upcountry for raising awareness on mental health issues. Courtesy

Coping with miscarriage: Navigating mental health challenges amidst loss

Thursday, April 25, 2024

A health worker carries out indoor residual spraying in Bugesera District. According to Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC), Malaria cases in the country dropped by 88 per cent as of 2023. Photo: File.

Rwanda: Malaria cases down by 88% in 2023

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

The most common scorpion in Rwanda is the Hemiscorpius lepturus, known for its potent venom. Courtesy

Explainer: 11 things to know about scorpions

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has alerted residents about scorpions in their houses, compounds, and environments. Internet

RBC urges Rwandans to be vigilant about scorpions

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Participants stretch their bodies during Kigali Car Free Day mass sports on Sunday, April 21. Photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Car Free Day: Global health leaders join Kigali residents in ‘Africa Walks against Malaria’

Sunday, April 21, 2024

Cerelac (Infant cereals with Milk). New investigation reveals Nestle adds sugar to infant milk sold in Africa, Asia and other poorer countries. Photo by Amazon

Nestle adds sugar to infant milk sold in Africa, elsewhere

Friday, April 19, 2024

Some youths using a free wireless at Imbuga City walk in Nyarugenge District. Photo by Craish Bahizi

Mental health: Understanding risks of social media addiction, finding balance

Friday, April 19, 2024

Participants visit a mini exhibition where a mental health specialist showcasing some of tools that the society has been using while dealing with a mental health patient before. Courtesy

Mental health: Research project seeks to address illness in Rwandan schools

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

An artist’s impression of King Faisal hospital, that is set to undergo a long-term expansion. According to officials, the new
expansion aims to raise the capabilities in regards to bed capacity from 167 to 600 beds, and bringing on board new
surgical and medical subspecialties. Photo: Courtesy

King Faisal hospital set for major expansion

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Cancer patients at Butaro Cancer Centre in Burera District. According to RBC five new hospitals are expected to offer oral chemotherapy services. File

How 5 key hospitals are injecting new impetus into anti-cancer fight

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Cancer patients at Butaro Cancer Centre in Burera District. According to RBC five new hospitals are expected to offer oral chemotherapy services. File

How five added hospitals will impact cancer care in Rwanda

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Mutesa receives the award for his contribution towards human genetics.

Rwandan doctor wins award for lifetime contribution in human genetics

Friday, April 12, 2024

Alcohol and tobacco and their associated risk factors have profound consequences on individuals and Rwandan society at large. File

30% of Rwandans exposed to tobacco smoke at home — study

Thursday, April 11, 2024