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Some of body lotions that were seized during an operation. FDA released a list of banned products including over 130 types of body lotions, soaps and creams that contain prohibited ingredients.File

Rwanda FDA bans over 100 cosmetic products

Monday, September 18, 2023

A view of King Faisal Hospital. The hospital seeks to address a more than Rwf12 billion loss accumulated over time, it has emerged.

King Faisal Hospital outlines measures to mitigate losses

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Rwanda FDA Director General, Emile Bienvenu (centre in the left row), makes a point during PAC hearings on September 14, 2023, at Parliamentary Buildings in Kigali (Emmanuel Ntirenganya).

FDA vows to strengthen food safety checks

Thursday, September 14, 2023

Every month, numerous women and girls endure the discomfort of painful menstrual periods, commonly referred to as menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea.

Experts warn against overuse of painkillers during menstrual cycle

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Rwanda is set to officially launch the Research Institute against Digestive Cancer IRCAD Africa, the first of its kind on the continent, on October 7. PHOTO BY IGIHE

Rwanda to launch Africa centre against digestive cancer in October

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

The government is set to establish a regulatory council to oversee traditional medicine practitioners. File

Govt to regulate traditional medicine practitioners

Monday, September 11, 2023

Lt. Col. Charles Karangwa, the Director General of Rwanda Forensic Institute (left), and Anastase Nabahire, Coordinator
of the Justice Sector Secretariat at the Ministry of Justice, during the launch of the institute’s new name on Thursday, September 7. Photo: Emmanuel Dushimimana

Rwanda Forensic Institute set to conduct research to advance services

Friday, September 08, 2023

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Cancer cases in younger people rising globally, researchers say

Thursday, September 07, 2023

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Study discovers link between internet use and dementia

Thursday, September 07, 2023

Minister of Health Dr Sabin Nsanzimana delivers remarks at the opening of the 25th Annual Conference of the Association of Medical Councils of Africa in Kigali on Monday, September 4. Photos by Craish Bahizi

Africa must move fast in adopting medical technologies - Nsanzimana

Wednesday, September 06, 2023

Rwanda's Auditor General, Alexis Kamuhire, addresses delegates during the International Roundtable on Accountability in Donor-Funded Health Programs, on September 5. Emmanuel Dushimimana

Rwanda ensures accountability in donor-funded health programmes - Auditor General

Tuesday, September 05, 2023

First Lady Jeannette Kagame graces the official launch of the campaign that advocates for gender equality in healthcare, especially mental health on Sunday, September 3. Olivier Mugwiza

First Lady graces gender equality, mental health campaign launch

Sunday, September 03, 2023

President Paul Kagame poses for a photo with Kathy Magee, the President and CEO of Operation Smile after meeting at Village Urugwiro on Wednesday, August 30. Photo by Village Urugwiro

Kagame meets Operation Smile boss

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Participants pose for photo during the launch of five books offering guidelines to parents and caregivers on early detection, prevention and treatment of disabilities among the young children. Courtesy

RBC introduces guide to early detection of disabilities

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Doctors conduct a medical operation at Masaka Hospital in Kicukiro District. Rwanda has an ambitious target of becoming a medical tourism hub where people from various parts of the world can access advanced health services and training. Photos: Craish Bahizi.

Unpacking Rwanda's plan to become a medical tourism hub

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Dr. Jeanne Nyirahabimana, the Executive Secretary of the Eastern Province, said that the province is going increase campaigns sensitizing communities to testing voluntarily to prevent AIDS. Emmanuel Nkangura

RBC relies on youth centres, campaigns to curb HIV in Eastern Province

Monday, August 28, 2023

Ndera Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Gasabo District.

Shedding light on epilepsy: A closer look at its prevalence in Rwanda

Monday, August 28, 2023

Delegates during the 9th African Medicines Regulators Conference (AMRC) on Wednesday, in Kigali on August 23. The conference serves as a platform for participants to exchange insights and best practices in regulatory affairs, guiding African Union (AU) entities in vaccine production and medicinal regulations. Emmanuel Dushimimana

Harmonising medicines regulation critical in making quality drugs – officials

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Participants during a walk to sensitise people about palliative care services at CHUB hospital in Huye District. File

How best can Rwanda improve palliative care services?

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

L-R: Sherrie Silver with the twins and the First Family; Sherrie Silver with the twins in matching kitenge fabric. COURTESY

Raising twins has changed my life – Sherrie Silver

Monday, August 21, 2023