A new rapid test panel for HIV, hepatitis B, and syphilis screening in pregnant women was unveiled during the International…
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The Ministry of Health has launched the Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) Implementation Research Agenda, a strategic move aimed at improving…
Peninnah’s story is one of survival against overwhelming odds, yet it highlights a hidden danger that often goes unnoticed after…
In a bold stride toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the Kenyan government has officially launched Linda Jamii, a robust maternal…
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” are increasingly raising alarms for expectant mothers due to…
Sickle-cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited blood disorders characterized by the presence of sickle-shaped red blood cells, caused…
Kenya has taken a major step toward reducing maternal mortality by approving the use of two critical drugs Tranexamic Acid…
Caesarean section (C-section) births are increasingly becoming a preferred choice for many women across the world. Although traditionally reserved for…
In an important step toward enhancing maternal and newborn health outcomes, the Ministry of Health has embarked on the validation…
Kenya continues to face a significant challenge in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality, with current figures remaining alarmingly high despite…