What is teeth whitening/bleaching?
What is teeth whitening/bleaching? Teeth whitening is a dental treatment that makes your teeth look brighter and lighter in colour. It doesn’t remove any part of your teeth but works by using special whitening gels (peroxide-based) to break down stains and discolouration on the outside and inside layers of the tooth. What we use […]
Understanding Kidney Transplants: A New Lease on Life
Understanding Kidney Transplants: A New Lease on Life For individuals living with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), the prospect of a kidney transplant offers a beacon of hope. This life-changing surgical procedure replaces a diseased or failing kidney with a healthy one from a donor, providing a path to improved health and a significantly better quality […]
Unpacking Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
Unpacking Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Obesity and related health problems are becoming more common today, and bariatric and metabolic surgery have become life-changing options for many people. These surgeries aren’t just about losing weight—they can also improve or even cure serious health conditions like type 2 diabetes. But what are they, and who are they […]
Strong Bones, Healthy Body: DEXA Scans and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Strong Bones, Healthy Body: DEXA Scans and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at MP Shah Hospital Your bones and body composition say a lot about your health—and now, a smart new system is helping doctors read DEXA scans faster and more accurately than ever before. Whether you’re checking for osteoporosis (a condition that makes bones weak and […]
A Growing Health Crisis-Cardiovascular Diseases in Kenya. Can we stop this Tsunami?
The Problem Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs)– disorders of the heart and blood vessels such as coronary heart disease, stroke, rheumatic heart disease and peripheral arterial disease – have become the leading cause of death in Kenya, contributing to 14% of total deaths and 25% of hospital admissions according to the World Heart Organization (WHO) report in 2019. Worryingly, […]
MAMA #YOUKHAN EVENT
Balancing motherhood with a demanding career is a universal challenge, and we are immensely proud of our CEO, Dr. @toseef_din, who delivered an inspiring keynote speech at the 5th edition of the Mama #YouKhan Celebrating Motherhood event on May 24th. Speaking on the relatable topic “Balancing Career and Diapers,” Dr. Din shared heartfelt insights into the […]
Championing Mental Wellness at the 2025 Mental Wellness Expo.
M.P. Shah Hospital participated in the Mental Wellness Expo at Sarit Expo Centre, joining mental health advocates to promote holistic wellness in Kenya through free psychological screenings and a talk by in-house counsellor Pauline Machio on the impact of screen time, remote work, and social media on mental health and family dynamics. This initiative underscores […]
Best Paediatric Care Tips: When to Take Your Child to the Doctor
Every parent wants their child to be healthy and happy but it is not always easy to know when a cough is just a cough or when it is time to visit a doctor. Children often get sick because their immune systems are still growing, so how do you decide when it is serious? This […]
What Is Lupus? A Simple Guide for Everyone
Imagine waking up each day with your body in pain, your energy gone, and your skin reacting to the sun—yet looking completely fine to everyone around you. No one sees what you’re going through, and even doctors struggle to give you answers. This is the reality for many people living with lupus. As we mark […]
ARTHRITIS: THE UNTOLD STORY
The Invisible Strings of Morning Fatigue Amelia’s phone buzzed at 6:00 AM, but she couldn’t muster the energy to get out of bed. The sun was already peeking through her curtains, yet her body felt like it had been drained overnight. This wasn’t just tiredness—it was the kind of fatigue that clung to her muscles […]
