The number of deaths attributable to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Kenya is on the rise, according to the Kenya findings of Global AgeWatch Insights 2018, a new report from HelpAge International and AARP. Kenya has seen an increase of cases of non-communicable diseases, with the Ministry of Health reporting they are responsible for over 55%…
NCDs Debilitating Africans over 60, Global AgeWatch Insights reveals
By Adlyne Wangusi Africans are more likely to live with disabilities caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in their later years than any other health problem, a new joint report by the HelpAge International and AARP reveals. According to Global AgeWatch Insights, studies from around the world show that NCDs, like Cancers, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases (like…
Kenya elderly want government action against depression
Erick Odhiambo Older persons in Kenya Friday joined hands to ask the government to act and address the increasing cases of depression. Meeting in various places today in Nairobi, the older persons noted that depression is a matter of great concern for them. Dr Cleopas Mailu, the Cabinet Secretary for Health, said Kenya is to…