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SHA dialysis coverage and kidney transplant explained
Dialysis cost in Kenya remains a major concern for patients living with kidney disease. With each session costing between Ksh 9,500 and Ksh 12,000, …
HealthEndometriosis: Understanding the Silent Struggle Many Women Face
Endometriosis is a chronic and often painful condition that affects millions of women worldwide, yet it remains widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Many women silently …
HealthUnderstanding Wounds: Types, First Aid, and Proper Care
A wound is any break in the skin or underlying tissue, ranging from minor scrapes to deep cuts, punctures, or even internal injuries. While …
HealthNeonatal Syphilis:Congenital Syphilis
Neonatal syphilis remains a serious but preventable condition that affects newborns exposed to syphilis during pregnancy. Without early intervention, congenital syphilis can lead to …
InternationalLarry Madowo Honored with Human Rights Defenders Award.
Congratulations to Larry Madowo for winning the Human Rights Defenders Award—an honor that recognizes individuals or movements who have shown exceptional courage in confronting …
HealthWhy You Need Rest (More Than You Think)
In a culture that glorifies hustle, rest is often misunderstood as laziness. In reality, rest is part of the work—it’s what allows you to …
InternationalRAPPER-TURNED-POLITICIAN BALENDRA SHAH SWORN IN AS NEPAL'S YOUNGEST PRIME MINISTER.
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah was sworn in as prime minister of Nepal on Friday, taking charge of a nation long plagued by political instability, weak …
HealthPrincipal Secretary Ouma Oluga Calls for Urgent Action on Maternal and Newborn Deaths.
Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has issued a strong call for a results-driven approach in the fight against preventable maternal and …
HealthUnderstanding Neurodivergence: Embracing the Diversity of Minds
In a world that often prizes conformity, the concept of neurodivergence reminds us that our brains and minds do not all operate the same …
InternationalKenya, Italy Push for Action Plan to Unlock Green Investment and Climate Projects.
State Department for Environment and Climate Change.Kenya is accelerating efforts to unlock green investment and fast-track climate projects through strengthened international partnerships, following high-level …