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Rose Mukonyo

Common cold in children

Some of the patients with the common cold will present with a fever, a dry cough, sneezing, and nasal discharge, a child will not be feeding well and may be irritable and crying.

Common cold in children

How new technique can spur learners' curiosity

How new technique can spur learners' curiosity

When nurses go the extra mile to help their patients conquer cancer

When nurses go the extra mile to help their patients conquer cancer

Misinformation 'still a major catalyst for HIV-related stigma'

Misinformation 'still a major catalyst for HIV-related stigma'

By 2 months ago

Vape at your own risk

Instead of smoke from lit tobacco, the user inhales vapour, which is why using the e-cigarette is called ‘vaping’. The vape consists of an atomiser, a power source such as a battery

By 2 months ago

Vape at your own risk

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

Some women swear by these old wives’ tales, but many others say they do not work. A common belief is that if a woman has craving for sweet things she is expecting a girl.

By 3 months ago

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

World Health Organisation recommends no screen time for babies under 2 years and no more than one hour of screen time a day for those aged 2 to 4 years.

By 3 months ago

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Women and girls are advised to wash their hands before and after using their menstrual products, discard used disposable menstrual products properly, and change the sanitary pads.

By 4 months ago

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

According to UNICEF, every month, 1.8 billion people across the world menstruate and millions of those people are unable to manage their menstrual cycle in a dignified and healthy manner.

By 4 months ago

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

ICJ recommends the improvement of access to quality healthcare services through capacity development and technical assistance to counties.

By 4 months ago

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Families that used kerosene lamps had eyesight and respiratory problems due to soot. Solar lamps have helped reduce health problems, and now students can study better.

By 4 months ago

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Beware of diabetes threat in children

Type 1 diabetes is the most common in children which could be caused by genetics, family history, and certain viruses. Doctors advise for regular check-ups, exercises and a healthy diet.

By 5 months ago

Beware of diabetes threat in children

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

Children with acute kidney injury may present with different signs and symptoms such as severe dehydration, a baby may look weak and lethargic, and some may have convulsions.

By 5 months ago

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Some of the diseases that can be detected through genetics are Down syndrome, Spina bifida, Sickle cell, Turner syndrome and albinism among others.

By 5 months ago

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Most cases occur in institutions and restaurants, and sometimes at home. Symptoms can include cramping, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

By 5 months ago

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

The device replicates many functions of healthy kidneys and patients using it will not require immunosuppression drugs.

By 5 months ago

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

When my son did not cry at birth, I knew something was wrong

Having a child with Down Syndrome, Nabooze noticed the stigma and lack of social support for children with disabilities and founded Angels Centre for Children with Special Needs.

By 5 months ago

When my son did not cry at birth, I knew something was wrong

I did not let my challenges stop me from achieving my dreams

Dr Carol Nthiwa is a urologist with a specialisation in urologic oncology being the first female locally trained urologic oncologist in the country.

By 5 months ago

I did not let my challenges stop me from achieving my dreams

Vape at your own risk

Instead of smoke from lit tobacco, the user inhales vapour, which is why using the e-cigarette is called ‘vaping’. The vape consists of an atomiser, a power source such as a battery

By 2 months ago

Vape at your own risk

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

Some women swear by these old wives’ tales, but many others say they do not work. A common belief is that if a woman has craving for sweet things she is expecting a girl.

By 3 months ago

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

World Health Organisation recommends no screen time for babies under 2 years and no more than one hour of screen time a day for those aged 2 to 4 years.

By 3 months ago

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Women and girls are advised to wash their hands before and after using their menstrual products, discard used disposable menstrual products properly, and change the sanitary pads.

By 4 months ago

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

According to UNICEF, every month, 1.8 billion people across the world menstruate and millions of those people are unable to manage their menstrual cycle in a dignified and healthy manner.

By 4 months ago

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

ICJ recommends the improvement of access to quality healthcare services through capacity development and technical assistance to counties.

By 4 months ago

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Families that used kerosene lamps had eyesight and respiratory problems due to soot. Solar lamps have helped reduce health problems, and now students can study better.

By 4 months ago

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Beware of diabetes threat in children

Type 1 diabetes is the most common in children which could be caused by genetics, family history, and certain viruses. Doctors advise for regular check-ups, exercises and a healthy diet.

By 5 months ago

Beware of diabetes threat in children

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

Children with acute kidney injury may present with different signs and symptoms such as severe dehydration, a baby may look weak and lethargic, and some may have convulsions.

By 5 months ago

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Some of the diseases that can be detected through genetics are Down syndrome, Spina bifida, Sickle cell, Turner syndrome and albinism among others.

By 5 months ago

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Most cases occur in institutions and restaurants, and sometimes at home. Symptoms can include cramping, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

By 5 months ago

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

The device replicates many functions of healthy kidneys and patients using it will not require immunosuppression drugs.

By 5 months ago

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

When my son did not cry at birth, I knew something was wrong

Having a child with Down Syndrome, Nabooze noticed the stigma and lack of social support for children with disabilities and founded Angels Centre for Children with Special Needs.

By 5 months ago

When my son did not cry at birth, I knew something was wrong

I did not let my challenges stop me from achieving my dreams

Dr Carol Nthiwa is a urologist with a specialisation in urologic oncology being the first female locally trained urologic oncologist in the country.

By 5 months ago

I did not let my challenges stop me from achieving my dreams

Vape at your own risk

Instead of smoke from lit tobacco, the user inhales vapour, which is why using the e-cigarette is called ‘vaping’. The vape consists of an atomiser, a power source such as a battery

By 2 months ago

Vape at your own risk

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

Some women swear by these old wives’ tales, but many others say they do not work. A common belief is that if a woman has craving for sweet things she is expecting a girl.

By 3 months ago

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

World Health Organisation recommends no screen time for babies under 2 years and no more than one hour of screen time a day for those aged 2 to 4 years.

By 3 months ago

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Women and girls are advised to wash their hands before and after using their menstrual products, discard used disposable menstrual products properly, and change the sanitary pads.

By 4 months ago

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

According to UNICEF, every month, 1.8 billion people across the world menstruate and millions of those people are unable to manage their menstrual cycle in a dignified and healthy manner.

By 4 months ago

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

ICJ recommends the improvement of access to quality healthcare services through capacity development and technical assistance to counties.

By 4 months ago

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Families that used kerosene lamps had eyesight and respiratory problems due to soot. Solar lamps have helped reduce health problems, and now students can study better.

By 4 months ago

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Beware of diabetes threat in children

Type 1 diabetes is the most common in children which could be caused by genetics, family history, and certain viruses. Doctors advise for regular check-ups, exercises and a healthy diet.

By 5 months ago

Beware of diabetes threat in children

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

Children with acute kidney injury may present with different signs and symptoms such as severe dehydration, a baby may look weak and lethargic, and some may have convulsions.

By 5 months ago

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Some of the diseases that can be detected through genetics are Down syndrome, Spina bifida, Sickle cell, Turner syndrome and albinism among others.

By 5 months ago

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Most cases occur in institutions and restaurants, and sometimes at home. Symptoms can include cramping, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

By 5 months ago

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

The device replicates many functions of healthy kidneys and patients using it will not require immunosuppression drugs.

By 5 months ago

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

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