Category: health

How to know if you have TB – signs and symptoms

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Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that most often affects the lungs. TB is caused by a type of bacteria. It spreads through the air when infected people cough, sneeze or spit. Conditions that can increase someone’s risk of getting infected with TB include: diabetes (high blood sugar), weakened immune system (for example, HIV or AIDS), being malnourished and tobacco use. Common Signs and symptoms include; prolonged cough (sometimes with blood), chest pain, weakness, fatigue, weight loss, fever, night sweats. Its is is important to visits a doctor as soon…

Pastor Ng’anga laments his hotel does not make money because no alcohol is sold in it

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In one of his Sermons, the controversial preacher of Neno Evangelism, lamented that he owns a hotel that does not make him money because his hotels does not sell condoms and alcohol to revelers. He went on to advise other men of God to never venture into hotel business adding that he prays that God open doors for another investor to buy the business. Here is the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by CAMPUS & YOUTH BRAND???????????? (@varcitykenya)

How to prepare for a financially stable retirement and pitfalls to avoid

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For those employed both in private and public sectors, retirement is an obvious reality that cannot be dodged. Its is therefore important that anyone who wishes to have a financially stable retirement to know how to achieve this. According to Manyara Kiragu, a personal finance professional, these are the money mistakes you must fix by your fiftys. Having high consumer debt – dealing with lingering consumer debt is crucial especial if you are being weighed down by high interest debt like credit card balances and mobile loans. These kinds of…

First Aid For Nose Bleeding

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A nosebleed normally occurs when one of the blood vessels in the lining of the nose bursts. Nosebleeds may be caused by infection, injury, allergic reaction, nose picking or an object being pushed into the nostril. Another name for nosebleed is epistaxis. Bleeding from the nose is very common in children and is usually not serious. Seek medical attention if nosebleeds are severe, frequent or prolonged. Symptoms of nosebleeds Causes of nosebleeds A nosebleed can be caused by a range of factors, including: First aid management for nosebleeds to manage…

First Aid: How to save a fainting person

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Perhaps the most common first aid skill too common to everyone is saving a faint person. Fainting happens when the blood fails to reach the brain for a moment causing a person to lose consciousness. In many cases fainting may have little health significance but, in some cases, it may be as a result of serious health disorder related to the heart. It is therefor important to view lose of consciousness as a health emergency until causes are known. Anytime you feel faint, lie down or sit down to rest…

Fast Growing Businesses in Kenya

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In Kenya,Several industries are experiencing rapid growth due to shifts in consumer behavior, technological advancements, and government initiatives. Keep in mind that the business landscape can change quickly, so it’s essential to conduct up-to-date research before making any decisions. Here are some fast-growing business ideas in Kenya that are gaining momentum: Renewable Energy: As the government and businesses seek to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, there’s growing interest in solar energy solutions, both for residential and commercial use. Healthcare and Telemedicine: The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for accessible healthcare.…

How finance bill 2024 may negatively affect local farmers and manufacturers

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As the finance bill 2024 – 2025 is in the process of being debated passed, many Kenyans and leaders have come out to viciously oppose it listing its various effects on ordinary Kenyans, farmers other business community. One such leaders is Gathoni wa Muchomba, the member of parliament for Githunguri Constituency. While speaking to Spice FM, according to her, below are the massive negative impact that the finance bill will have on the Kenyan farmers. The new finance bill will allow farmers from neighboring counties such as Uganda and Tanzania…

Raw Chicken and Pork sold in supermarkets found to be contaminated – KEMRI Report

Erwin Mutuku

A recent research by Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) in collaboration with scientists from the world animal Protection, Centre for Microbiology Research has confirmed that raw chicken and Pork sold in both local and International supermarkets in the country are contaminated with bacteria posing serious health threat to Kenyans. The study revealed a rise in Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) pathogens. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change over time and no longer respond to medicines making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe…

Marburg Virus outbreak kills 5 in Tanzania

Elijah Kancholi

Tanzania has clarified that the mysterious disease that killed five people in the northern part of the country bordering Uganda has been identified as Marburg hemorrhagic fever. Marburg is among Ebola family that has killed many in other parts of Africa and the world. “Our public health laboratory have confirmed that the disease that killed five is caused by Marburg,”Ummy Mwalimu, Tanzania’s Health Minister announced. The authorities are still tracing 161 contacts. The health Minister also urged citizens not to panic as everything is under control. He urged people to…