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Menarche—the first menstrual period— and subsequent menstruation mark a significant milestone in a girl’s life, signaling the transition into reproductive age. But what does this
Globally, around 41 million people die due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) which accounts for more than 75% of global deaths. Between 2000 and 2019, the
On a sunny Thursday afternoon, in the sprawling slum of Korogorcho, Nairobi, we meet Mary attending to her teenage son who suffers from epilepsy. Mary,
Press Release: Study reveals gaps in post-abortion care and health facilities’ preparedness in Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya, May 2, 2025 — Kenya still has significant gaps in providing post-abortion care (PAC), a new study reveals. According to a study on
The journey of a researcher is often shaped by curiosity, passion, and an unwavering commitment to solving public health challenges. For Emily, the decision to
Shaping Public Health Through Epidemiology With 14 years of experience in health research, Irine is committed to using evidence-based findings to influence policy decisions and
In the heart of Kibra’s informal settlements, a critical issue often goes unseen: intimate partner violence (IPV). But thanks to the dedicated efforts of researchers
Contributors: Cheikh Mbacke Faye and Diana Munjuri To reverse the slowdown in progress on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health and Nutrition (RMNCAH&N) during
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, with April 11 officially recognized as World Parkinson’s Day. During this time, the Parkinson’s community comes together to raise awareness
By Abdimalik Farah and Charity Waweru-Mwangi Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) aims to revolutionize education by ensuring that every learner transitions smoothly from one level
By Diana Munjuri and Chao Shete Twelve-year-old *Nasra sits quietly in her wheelchair watching her agemates play in a narrow street in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is a deeply rooted cultural practice that constitutes a serious violation of the human rights of women and girls. Defined by