child health Stories

Why your baby can get a UTI and how to prevent it
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 09, 2025

While there are other contributing factors, maintaining good hygiene and understanding the risks can significantly reduce the likelihood of a UT

Why your children's diet could be affecting their sleep
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 17, 2025

Sugar, can be a major disruptor of sleep, particularly when consumed before bedtime and can cause a spike in energy levels.

Restored smiles: The pleasant transformation that comes with cleft lip surgery
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 05, 2024

The World Health Organisation estimates that one in every 700 births is affected by cleft lip and palate.

WHO launches global dashboard to track child mortality and health
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 03, 2024

Each year, 4.9 million children under five die, with nearly half of these deaths occurring in the first month of life, hence the tool that will help p...

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