Rwanda Biomedical Centre

28/09/2025

It's 2025!

The burden of Cardio-Vascular Diseases (CVDs) is steadily rising, affecting both urban and rural communities.
CVDs are currently the leading cause of death in health facilities, accounting for 47.7% of all facility-based deaths, and they contribute to 59.3% of deaths occurring in the community.

But this burden may be prevented.

"Don't Miss the Beat"
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Uyu ni Umunsi mpuzamahanga wo kurwanya indwara z’umutima 2025

Mu Rwanda, ibibazo by’indwara z’umutima bigenda byiyongera haba mu mijyi no mu byaro. Zikaba ziza imbere mu ndwara zihitana benshi kwa muganga 47.7% zikanateza 59.3% by'impfu zo mu miryango.

Ibyago biterwa n'indwara z'umutima byakwirindwa.

“Bungabunga ubuzima bw’umutima wawe”

28/09/2025

Muri iki gitondo RBC yifatanyije n’abaturage bo mu murenge wa Gisenyi muri Rubavu District gukora siporo rusange , ahizihirijwe Umunsi Mpuzamahanga wo kurwanya indwara z’umutima.

Insanganyamatsiko iragira iti: “Bungabunga ubuzima bw’umutima wawe.”

Ubutumwa bwahatangiwe bwibanze ku kwirinda indwara zitandura muri rusange by’umwihariko iz’umutima, ziza imbere mu guhitana ubuzima bwa benshi.

Mu cyumweru kibanziriza uyu munsi, abaturage bahawe amakuru ku ndwara zitandura ndetse basuzumwa indwara zirimo umuvuduko w'amaraso, iz'umutima na diyabete. Mu rwego rwo kwirinda izi ndwara, abantu bose bagirwa inama yo kurya indyo yuzuye, gukora siporo ndetse no kwirinda inzoga n' itabi.

24/09/2025

As part of the activities leading to the celebration of , RBC in collaboration with partners is conducting cardiovascular and other non-communicable disease ( ) and community activities from September 21 to 28 , 2025 in Rubavu District to promote .

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Mu kwitegura kwizihiza umunsi mpuzamahanga w’umutima, RBC ifatanyije n’abafatanyabikorwa kuva tariki 21 Nzeri 2025 iri mu karere ka Rubavu mu bikorwa byo gusuzuma indwara z’umutima, inakangurira abaturage kwimakaza imibereho ibarinda indwara z' umutima.

17/09/2025

It is !

joins the rest of the world to acknowledge the crucial role microorganisms play in our , environment, and the economy.

More than 95% of are either beneficial or harmless to humans and the environment. Only a small minority (less than 5%) are harmful, but they can have significant health and economic impacts.

The National Reference Laboratory at RBC conduct advanced diagnostics by moving from tests to ones including sequencing of viruses like and .

16/09/2025

Hospital Directors General, Laboratory Managers, Biomedical Engineers and Technicians, together with other key stakeholders, are meeting in Musanze to evaluate service delivery and define strategic priorities for quality improvement.

In her opening remarks, Dr. Isabelle Mukagatare, Head of the Biomedical Services Department (BIOS), emphasized the importance of strengthening laboratory diagnostics, promoting the rational use of blood and blood components, and improving the management of medical equipment and infrastructure in public health facilities.

11/09/2025

Rwanda Biomedical Centre has established several measures to address challenges that contribute to behaviour.

For example:
1⃣ Mental health services have been expanded and integrated across the national system, making them available at health centres, district hospitals, and referral hospitals.

2⃣Community Health Workers (CHWs) are trained to recognise mental health symptoms and refer patients to the appropriate care.

3⃣A 24/7 Helpline 116, operated by RBC, provides free and confidential support to people experiencing emotional distress.

✍️Mbabazi Joan The New Times Publications
🔗 https://www.newtimes.co.rw/article/29626/news/health/majority-of-su***de-attempts-in-rwanda-involve-young-adults---rbc

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On Tuesday, September 10, Rwanda joined the global community to observe World Su***de Prevention Day, dedicated to raising awareness about su***de, promoting understanding, and...

07/09/2025

Today we join the world in celebrating 🌍

Through the FETP, we are building a strong workforce to detect, investigate, and respond to public .

📊 Impact so far:

1⃣👣 393 Frontline graduates,
2⃣👣 32 Intermediate graduates,
3⃣👣 91 Advanced , and
4⃣👣 180 investigated.

Together, we’re building a resilient workforce for health security! 💪🇷🇼

05/09/2025

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) screening services will soon be accessible at the village level through community health workers, thanks to the Expanded Healthy Heart Africa Phase II project, launched today by RBC in partnership with PATH andAstraZeneca.

Piloted at Kabarore Health Centre,Gatsibo District - one of three districts hosting the pilot phase; the initiative strengthens NCD management by equipping community health workers to screen, support diagnosis, and follow up with patients at the community level.

This development reflects the Government of ’s commitment to reducing the burden by bringing healthcare closer to the people and ensuring timely access to essential services.

30/08/2025

The DDG Jeanne Umuhire participated in the 11th Annual Scientific Conference of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

She commended Rwanda Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - RSOG 's invaluable contributions in training resident doctors and health providers, in advancing research that informs evidence-based policy, and in fostering professional and community engagement for safe motherhood

28/08/2025

This morning, RBC and partners are hosting a research symposium to disseminate findings on , , and key populations in under the theme:
“Synergizing HIV & NCD responses: evidence-informed research, community, and policy dialogue for key & vulnerable populations in Rwanda.”

You can follow the presentation of findings here:
👉🔗https://www.youtube.com/live/kjfx66v4Efk

25/08/2025

Today RBC welcomed a delegation from 🇹🇩 to exchange insights on system strengthening, with a focus on community health programs and performance-based financing (PBF).

DDG Jeanne Umuhire briefed the delegation on 's strategies for disease prevention and control, the integration of digital health innovations as well as the central role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in and adherence.

21/08/2025

The Inaugural Lab Science Graduate took place today at RBC.
The forum featured presentations by in biomedical sciences, diagnostics, immunology, clinical trials, and environmental health, showcasing promising scientific solutions to ’s health priorities.

This monthly initiative will serve as a platform for and from diverse institutions to present new , exchange knowledge, and translate evidence into practical solutions for pressing challenges.

In his opening remarks, Prof. MUVUNYI Mambo Claude DG RBC commended the regular gatherings, highlighting their role in fostering mentorship for young scientists and strengthening collaboration within the research community.

“By bringing people together, this forum aligns with other initiatives we have started to ensure a conducive learning environment that facilitates mentorship, the sharing of ideas, scientific networking, and collaboration — all directed toward finding solutions to the challenges we face as -ns”.