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Human Milk Banking: Coming to Kenya, and Not a Moment Too Soon

Photo credits: AFP My friend Naipei is a new mother. Her pregnancy was a time of great anticipation, much like any first-time mother. But when

Aphrc and Partners Bring Countdown to 2030 Data Analysis Workshop to West and Central Africa

The Countdown regional initiative for West and Central Africa aims to strengthen evidence in support of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (RMNCAH) programs

APHRC Newsletter: Jan-Apr 2018

Slum areas are not just defined by the presence of poverty; they are also characterized by the near absence of public services. Find out how

Kenya Spends Millions Treating Unsafe Abortion Complications

By Eunice Kilonzo, CARTA Communications Officer, via Daily Nation New report quantifies financial and human resource cost of treating complications of unsafe pregnancy terminations Kenya

Mapping For Better Healthcare in Nairobi’s Slums

Slum areas are not just defined by the presence of poverty, they are also characterized by the near absence of public services. Residents of these

Postpartum Depression a Reality That Needs to be Addressed

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mental condition that can affect women after giving birth. Research suggests that one in ten women is affected by PPD

Giving Youth a Voice: Whose Responsibility is it?

“We are pleased to inform you that your abstract was accepted as a Comms Talk Presentation for the 2018 International Social and Behavior Change Communication

APHRC Expands its Footprint Into West Africa

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is pleased to announce the official registration of our West African office in Dakar, Senegal. The move

APHRC, People’s Health Movement and Advocacy Accelerator Launch Regional Book on Universal Health Coverage

This year – 2018 – marks 40 years since WHO and over 200 representatives of governments and international organizations committed themselves to Health for All.

Even if You Don’t Care About Human Rights, Universal Health Coverage Makes Economic Sense

Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is high on the agenda as we celebrate World Health Day once again this year. Simply put, UHC is about ensuring

Nairobi is at Risk From Another Cholera Outbreak. Why This isn’t Necessary

Flooding has affected households across Nairobi – even in the city’s high-end diplomatic enclaves. Its effects range. In addition to the deaths and serious injuries,

Kenya is Paying a Heavy Human and Financial Cost for Unsafe Abortions

One of the critical targets for countries that are trying to meet the sustainable development goals is reducing the number of mothers who die from