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Kenya's infant mortality rate declines amid improved maternal care interventions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 18, 2024

According to UNICEF, preterm birth remains the leading cause of death among children under five globally, with approximately 13.4 million babies born...

Understanding jaundice in newborns, its causes and treatment
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 14, 2024

Jaundice starts in the face and gradually spreads to the chest and legs as bilirubin levels rise.

Neonatal Sepsis: The major driver of infant mortality globally
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 24, 2024

Sepsis in newborns, or neonatal sepsis, is a serious medical condition that occurs when a baby younger than 28 days old has a life-threatening respons...

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...

WHO calls for urgent action to reduce maternal and child mortality
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 03, 2024

Despite progress in improving maternal and newborn health, Kenya still faces significant challenges with high infant mortality. The rate stands at abo...

Linda Mama budget cut sparks worry over rising risks for pregnant women
Charity Kilei  |  May 22, 2024

Many women are worried as the Treasury has halved the initiative's budget, limiting its benefits to only a few women in marginalised communities.

Kwale in fresh push to decentralise healthcare services to reduce maternal mortality
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 09, 2024

The governor said the county has established 155 dispensaries, which are equipped with medicine and have qualified medical personnel across the county...

Study proposes reduced calcium intake for pregnant mothers
Amina Wako  |  Jan 25, 2024

A single daily calcium pill is just as effective as the current three-pill regimen in preventing complications.

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