Kenya Cardiac Society- KCS

24/10/2026

24/10/2026

Menopause care must look beyond symptom relief.

Dr. Yubrine Moraa Gachemba highlights an important gap: while women receive treatment for menopausal symptoms, cardiovascular prevention can be overlooked. She also discusses migraines as a factor relevant to cardiovascular risk assessment in women.

Her message is clear: prevention must be central to menopause care, with cardiovascular risks recognised and addressed early.

24/10/2026

“Cardiovascular disease is not a distant global problem. It is a Kenyan women’s health issue, too.”

Speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Health, Chief Guest Dr. Lucy Musyoka, Director of Health Standards, Regulation and Quality Assurance, delivers remarks from Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni Muriuki, CBS, HSC.

The address highlights the burden of cardiovascular disease, including stroke and hypertension, and the need to make prevention, diagnosis, treatment and continuity of care practical realities for women across Kenya.

24/10/2026

Who gets included in cardiovascular research matters.

Prof. Ogola examines how s*x and gender influence cardiovascular health in Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting the factors that shape women’s experiences and the gaps in who gets represented in global research.
African women remain underrepresented in research. Better representation means evidence that better reflects the populations healthcare systems serve.

24/10/2026

Dr. Lois Wagana Muriithi shares practical guidance for healthcare workers on cardiovascular disease in women, highlighting gender considerations, the importance of screening for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), and how risk changes as women grow older.

For African women, recognising risk early and assessing each patient individually are important steps towards better cardiovascular care.

24/10/2026

What can reproductive health services do to reduce women’s cardiovascular risks?

Dr. Alex Kohe highlights practical steps: screen early for conditions such as diabetes, equip healthcare workers to recognise risk factors, strengthen pre-conception clinics and communicate with patients in language they can easily understand.

Prevention can begin before pregnancy. The opportunity is to identify risks earlier, not wait until complications arise.

24/10/2026

Our first panel brings together obstetricians and gynaecologists, Adult cardiologists and paediatric Cardiologists to discuss adolescent health, childhood obesity, early-onset hypertension and hypertension in pregnancy.

One concern raised: fewer than 13% of women reportedly attend their first antenatal visit in the first trimester, meaning some conditions may only be identified later in pregnancy, when opportunities for early intervention may be limited.

Pre-conception care and early antenatal visits matter.
Dr Mzee Ngunga(cardiologist) , Dr Kohe Alex(OB-GYN) Dr Nelly Bosire(OB-GYN Dr Esther Kimani( Paed Cardiologist) Dr Bernard Samia( Cardiologist) Moderated by Dr Anders Barasa(Cardiologist)

24/10/2026

We’re officially underway!
Dr. Mzee Ngunga, President of the Kenya Cardiac Society (KCS), opens the inaugural African Women’s Heart Health Symposium by putting the numbers on the table: cardiovascular disease and its impact on women deserve our attention.
Because behind every statistic is a woman, a family and a life worth protecting.

22/10/2026

MEET THE FACULTY | INAUGURAL AFRICAN WOMEN’S HEART HEALTH SYMPOSIUM 2026
Great conversations begin with brilliant minds and a shared purpose!
Meet the distinguished faculty bringing together leading voices in cardiology, obstetrics and gynaecology, Nephrology, Endocrinology and obesity medicine, research, policy and advocacy to champion the cardiovascular health of African women.
From cutting-edge science and clinical insights to lived experiences and policy action, our faculty will explore how we can recognise heart disease earlier, close the gender gap in cardiovascular care, and build a healthier future for every African woman.
📅 Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
📍 Venue: Villa Rosa Kempinski, Nairobi, Kenya
💓 Theme: Mapigo ya Moyo – The Heartbeat of the African Woman
Join us as we turn knowledge into action and ensure that every heartbeat deserves to be heard.
Stay tuned as we spotlight the experts shaping this landmark conversation!

09/10/2026

It's Golf Day! Let's Tee Off for Young Hearts! ⛳❤️

Today, the Kenya Cardiac Society welcomes golfers to Limuru Country Club for the KCS Charity Golf Day.

We're here for the game, the community and the children born with heart defects whose lives inspire this event.

Let's make every swing count.

Welcome to KCS Golf Day 2026!