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He urged the agencies to hold regular consultative meetings with county governments to identify challenges in the sector and work collaboratively to a...
The audit notes that counties were expected to contribute a combined Sh450 million for the 2023/24 financial year, but 12 counties did not provide Sh1...
The rising cases of preterm births are becoming a major global health concern, with devastating consequences for newborns and their families.
Dr Ester Mwaura stresses that managing diabetes during pregnancy requires close monitoring to prevent complications. She urges expectant mothers to at...
From hormonal changes to the physical demands of breastfeeding, mothers may experience an increased risk of dental problems such as cavities, gum dise...
The WMA is raising a red flag over the dangers of unqualified healthcare workers performing complex procedures like Cesarean sections, stressing that...
Health Executive Bahjaj said for the past two years, the county has built six new maternity wings in areas including Mpeketoni, Maisha Masha, Mkunumbi...
According to UNICEF, preterm birth remains the leading cause of death among children under five globally, with approximately 13.4 million babies born...
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to other organs, typically the liver and kidneys.
Health Executive Kofa Jarha however notes that the situation is not as dire as the residents claim, noting that the administration has made tremendous...
Jaundice starts in the face and gradually spreads to the chest and legs as bilirubin levels rise.
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...
Despite progress in improving maternal and newborn health, Kenya still faces significant challenges with high infant mortality. The rate stands at abo...
Many women are worried as the Treasury has halved the initiative's budget, limiting its benefits to only a few women in marginalised communities.
Most of the health complications include haemorrhage, fistula, postpartum depression, and numerous others that, if left untreated and undiagnosed, can...
The facility is the first of its kind in Kwale and is expected to serve residents across the county starting in July, taking just three months to comp...
The governor said the county has established 155 dispensaries, which are equipped with medicine and have qualified medical personnel across the county...
A single daily calcium pill is just as effective as the current three-pill regimen in preventing complications.
The ultrasound machine will be used in antenatal care to assess foetal development, gestational age, foetal position, and number of foetuses.
