A study by University of Nairobi researchers has called for more regulation and need for integration of herbal medicine into mainstream medicine.

The study titled; Attitudes of Herbalists towards regulation and integration of Herbal medicine into mainstream healthcare in Kenya, sampled practicing herbalists registered in the various County Cultural Offices. A total of 70 herbalist association officials in 21 counties were interviewed.

The Office of the Dean of Students & Career Services, in collaboration with the University of Nairobi Faculty of Heath Sciences (FHS), successfully held the FHS Mental Health & Wellness Open Day on Thursday 19^th February, 2026 at Kenyatta National Hospital campus.

The event served as an educative and interactive session to discuss factors contributing to mental health deterioration and coping strategies among medical students