Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians

and often coexist, yet in care is still frequently overlooked.

In Volume 8 No. 1 of Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians, researchers highlight a concerning finding from Zanzibar: over half of patients living with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus screened positive for depression, with older age, longer disease duration, and diabetic complications increasing the risk.

The study calls for routine depression screening and integrated mental health support within diabetes care to improve overall patient outcomes.

Read more: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/article/view/157/123.


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What if could predict who is most likely to take the -19 ?

Researchers in Kenya explored exactly that. Using data from nearly 4,000 participants across six healthcare facilities, the study tested machine learning models to identify patterns linked to COVID-19 .

The findings? Models like and showed strong predictive ability, with factors such as perceived protection from COVID-19, healthcare facility attended, and family recommendations playing major roles in vaccine decisions.

Beyond the numbers, the study highlights how artificial intelligence and could help shape smarter public health strategies, target vaccine hesitancy more effectively, and improve healthcare planning in future .

Could machine learning become a key tool in predicting and improving public health behaviour in Africa? Share your thoughts in the comments

Read more in Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians (JOKAP): https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/article/view/158/116

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Can a biomarker help identify patients at risk of persistent dysglycaemia and future cardiovascular complications?

A recent study published in Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians examined glycaemic trajectories in patients with newly diagnosed drug-sensitive tuberculosis while evaluating Interleukin-18 (IL-18) as a potential surrogate biomarker for glycaemic status and cardiovascular risk prediction.

The study found that dysglycaemia was highest at the time of TB diagnosis, suggesting tuberculosis itself may contribute to early metabolic disturbance. While glucose levels improved in some patients during treatment, others experienced persistent or worsening glycaemic trajectories even after treatment completion. IL-18 levels also remained elevated at the end of treatment and during post-treatment follow-up, including among some patients with normal HbA1C levels, highlighting its potential role in identifying ongoing cardiovascular risk.

These findings underscore the complex relationship between tuberculosis, dysglycaemia, and long-term cardiovascular health.

Read more here: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/article/view/168/115



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What happens when clinicians talk instead of type?

In a cross-sectional study from Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi published in Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians , using (EHR) were surveyed; and among those who had actually used (VRS), nearly half had adopted the technology. Those who did reported striking benefits:

- 96.4% satisfaction
- 98.2% ease of use
- 85.7% improved efficiency

Even with only moderate uptake, VRS integration within EHR systems could significantly reduce documentation burden and reshape clinical workflows in settings.

Are we looking at the future of medical documentation in Kenya?

Read the full article to explore what’s driving adoption; and what’s holding it back: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/article/view/160/124

Would you use voice recognition in your clinical practice or EHR workflow? Share your thoughts below.

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Vision loss from diabetes is often preventable, but only if we stay ahead of the science.

Treatment for diabetic retinopathy has evolved far beyond lasers. Today, therapies target the disease at a molecular level, with longer-lasting drugs, innovative delivery systems, and even gene therapy on the horizon.

This review, published in the Journal of the Kenya Association of Physicians breaks down the latest advances shaping the future of eye care.

- Anti-VEGF therapies
- Longer-acting treatments
- Gene therapy
- AI-assisted screening

Better treatments mean better outcomes, but access and early detection remain key.

📖 Read more: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/article/view/163/117

Africa’s health story is changing and so are the challenges.

As people live longer, conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis are becoming more common, especially among women. Yet many of these diseases remain underdiagnosed and underfunded.

This editorial explores the emerging burden of autoimmune and rheumatic diseases in Africa, and why it’s time to pay attention.

- Better data
- Stronger health systems
- More investment in research

These are not just medical priorities, they are essential for protecting livelihoods, families, and communities.

Discover the full editorial and be part of the dialogue: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/article/view/189/122

New Publication Alert | JOKAP Vol. 8 Supplement 1

We are pleased to announce the release of Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians (JOKAP) Volume 8, Supplement 1, featuring abstracts presented at the 29th Annual Scientific Conference of the Kenya Association of Physicians.

This supplement showcases a wide range of clinical research, case reports, and innovations across cardiology, neurology, infectious diseases, medical education, and health systems research reflecting the depth and diversity of contemporary medical scholarship in our region. Congratulations to all authors and presenters whose work is featured in this issue!

View the published abstracts here: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/issue/view/24

We now invite presenters and researchers to take the next step; submit your full manuscripts to JOKAP for peer review and potential publication. Let your conference presentation become a lasting scientific contribution.

Submit your manuscript here: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/about/submissions

Journal of Kenya Association of Physicians ;JOKAP Volume 8, Issue No. 1 is out!!!

This issue brings together work that reflects both emerging directions in medicine and ongoing clinical realities:
* and in healthcare documentation and practice
* and infectious disease patterns in our setting
* Cardiovascular risk and evolving biomarkers
* in the context of
* and health behaviour and much more.

Together, these papers highlight the range of questions currently shaping clinical care and research.

We invite you to read the issue , engage with the evidence, share it with your colleagues: https://kapjournal.com/index.php/kap/en/issue/view/23

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As we celebrate Easter and the promise of renewal, may this season inspire dedication to compassionate care, impactful research, and shared progress. Wishing you a blessed and hopeful Easter from all of us at the Journal of the Kenya Association of Physicians.

Ending TB requires more than treatment; it demands research, awareness, and collective action.

At Journal of the Kenya Association of Physicians (JOKAP), we encourage clinicians and researchers to document, study, and publish on tuberculosis because every piece of evidence brings us closer to better care.

We also recognize the silent burden carried by patients the stigma, long treatment journeys, and daily challenges. Through education and knowledge sharing, we can change both outcomes and perceptions.

Let’s not just treat TB let’s understand it, talk about it, and work to end it.