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A nurse takes care of a baby at Kirehe Hospital. Experts say that by age 30, fertility starts to decline, means that the risks of miscarriage and stillbirth are higher in people who are older than 35. File

Conceiving after age 35: Experts weigh in on hitches

Thursday, June 22, 2023

A new look of Tapis Rouge that has been transformed into a recreational and sporting space with numerous sports facilities. Photos by Craish Bahizi

PHOTOS: A look at Nyamirambo’s Tapis Rouge makeover

Thursday, June 22, 2023

The 2.4 kilometers long track has a four metre width and is laid on a special lane.

PHOTOS: City of Kigali unveils running track

Sunday, June 18, 2023

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Rwanda FDA recalls Johnson's baby powder over safety concerns

Sunday, June 18, 2023

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

Over 1,500 people in Gasabo, Bugesera benefit from mental health campaign

Friday, June 16, 2023

Some officials and delegates pose for a photo as the organization initiates a transformative campus outreach programme at the University of Rwanda, Nyagatare campus on June 13. Courtesy

Say no to drugs: Youth-led initiative cautions Nyagatare students on drug abuse, mental health

Friday, June 16, 2023

A centre where parents are trained on how to fight stunting and malnutrition in Nyamasheke. Craish Bahizi

Inside Rwanda's renewed battle against stunting

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Seth Berkley, Chief Executive of Gavi ,the Vaccine Alliance, has expressed confidence in buying ‘quality’ vaccines manufactured in Africa. Internet

Gavi positive about buying vaccines produced in Africa

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Children enjoy a meal during the launch of the two-year multisectoral plan that aims to reduce stunting in Musanze District. Courtesy photo

Rwanda launches two-year plan to reduce stunting, improve child nutrition

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

The trials of an mRNA vaccine for HIV in Rwanda, underway since 2021, have shown promising progress in their preliminary phases. Courtesy

HIV vaccine trials in Rwanda on track – officials

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Members of Organization for the Integration and Promotion of People with Albinism (OIPPA) during a walk to raise awareness on the International Albinism Awareness Day in Kigali, on June 13. While celebrating the day, they revealed that the sense of celebration is due to achieving significant milestones as a community that needs recognition. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimirimana

Albinism Awareness Day: Tracing progress of people living with albinism in Rwanda

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Delivering an implant surgery training seminar at a conference in January 2021. Courtesy photos

Ditching the ‘American Dream’: One dental surgeon’s quest to boost oral health in Rwanda

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Health Minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana and the AU Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development, Minata Samate Cessouma exchange documents during the signing ceremony in Kigali on Saturday, June 10. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

PHOTOS: African Medicines Agency set to start work in Rwanda

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Some students during a walk to sensitise for avoiding the use of drugs among youth.The campaign aims to provide young people with comprehensive knowledge about the harmful effects of alcohol and drug abuse.

Ministry of Health moves to tackle drug abuse among youth

Friday, June 09, 2023

Some grilled brochettes and fried potatoes or bananas are popular street food options for fun occasions, found mostly in places such as the Biryogo Car Free Zone. Craish Bahizi

Street food culture: Safety versus convenience

Wednesday, June 07, 2023

Representatives from Burundi, Kenya, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.

Regional health experts in Kigali mull professionalizing supply chains

Tuesday, June 06, 2023

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Over 70 patients stuck at Ndera Neuropsychiatric hospital

Sunday, June 04, 2023

Girls with pads donated by Jeannette Kawera and Brian Natete during their initiative to support girls from poor families to access pads. Courtesy

Period poverty: Activists on improving access to menstrual hygiene services and products

Friday, June 02, 2023

The Ministry of Health has inaugurated a second health centre in Mahama Refugee Camp. All photos: Courtesy.

Mahama refugee camp gets second health center worth Rwf350m

Friday, June 02, 2023

A student is vaccinated against the human papillomavirus. Photo: GAVI -Diane Summers.

How vaccines are protecting girls in Rwanda from a cancer-causing virus

Friday, June 02, 2023