Practical health tips, wellness advice and updates — written by the team that cares for you.
Dialysis no longer means travelling to Nairobi. Learn how kidneys fail, the early warning signs of kidney disease, who needs dialysis, and how the modern renal unit at Kagio Hospital brings life-saving haemodialysis — covered by NHIF/SHA — close to home.
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Regular antenatal care is the single best gift you can give your unborn baby. Learn when to start ANC visits, what happens at each check-up, the danger signs in pregnancy, and how the maternity team at Kagio Hospital keeps mother and baby safe.
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Glaucoma steals sight slowly, silently and permanently — and it is a leading cause of blindness in Kenya. Learn who is at risk, why you feel nothing until it is late, what an eye check involves, and how the Kagio Hospital Eye Clinic protects your vision.
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High blood pressure is called the silent killer for a reason — most people feel nothing until real damage is done. Learn the 5 warning signs of hypertension, who is at risk, how it is diagnosed and treated, and how to keep your blood pressure under control in Kenya.
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Waterborne diseases like typhoid, cholera and amoebiasis remain common across Kenya, especially in farming areas. Learn how they spread, the symptoms to watch for, proven prevention steps, and when to seek treatment at Kagio Hospital.
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Tooth decay and gum disease are almost entirely preventable — yet most people only see a dentist when pain strikes. Learn what happens at a dental check-up, how oral health affects your whole body, and how to care for children's teeth.
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The first minutes after an accident often decide the outcome. Learn correct first aid for burns, bleeding, choking, snake bites, seizures and unconsciousness — and the common mistakes to avoid — from the emergency team at Kagio Hospital.
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Immunization is the most powerful protection you can give your child. This complete guide explains Kenya's childhood vaccination schedule from birth to 18 months, why timing matters, common myths, and where to vaccinate in Kirinyaga County.
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Diabetes is rising fast in Kenya, but a full, active life with diabetes is absolutely possible. Recognise the early symptoms, learn what to eat, understand your medication and discover how the Diabetes Clinic at Kagio Hospital keeps you in control.
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