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Franklin Mutua

Franklin Mutua writes for the Standard Health

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Why you should invest in Equity Banks

By Franklin Mutua
Dec. 4, 2014

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Social distancing is a myth among Nairobi dwellers

The train has also been forced to revise its time of departure in the evening to allow commuters to reach home before curfew hours.

By Pkemoi Ng'enoh
Apr. 2, 2021

Africa should style up as its seeks to address future public health threats

The Covid-19 pandemic devastated the African continent in many ways economically, socially, and politically with the disruptions evident in all parts of the world.

By Standard Team
Mar. 5, 2023

Africa should style up as its seeks to address future public health threats

The Covid-19 pandemic devastated the African continent in many ways economically, socially, and politically with the disruptions evident in all parts of the world.

By Standard Team
Mar. 5, 2023

Pain for pregnant women as Linda Mama crippled by limping fund

Some hospitals are charging between Sh3,500 and Sh10,000 for normal deliveries, and between Sh25,000 and Sh65,000 for Caesarian sections, including medications.

By Standard Team
Jun. 11, 2023

Pain for pregnant women as Linda Mama crippled by limping fund

Will new health deal for counties finally treat the ailing sector?

Controversial Managed Equipment Services project terminated after 10 years. New service will now be referred to as National Equipment Support to Counties, to be undertaken by the national government.

By Standard Team
Jun. 17, 2023

Will new health deal for counties finally treat the ailing sector?

Doctors rush to treat protesters beaten and shot by police officers

Most of the injured patients have gunshot wounds, while others say they were hit with police batons. Doctors say some are fortunate to be alive.

By Standard Team
Jul. 21, 2023

Doctors rush to treat protesters beaten and shot by police officers

Groups share hope of HIV-free Kenya as Aids day is marked

Commemorated on the global stage, event served as a platform for impassioned discussions, revealing both progress and persistent challenges in the ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS.

By Standard Team
Dec. 2, 2023

Groups share hope of HIV-free Kenya as Aids day is marked

Doctors' strike leaves patients in agony

Health CS Susan Nakhumicha said lack of funds has derailed the posting of over 3,000 intern doctors across the country, which is one of the demands doctors have put on the table.

By Standard Team
Mar. 15, 2024

Doctors' strike leaves patients in agony

Helpless patients in agony as facilities suspend vital services

Patients left in limbo as doctor's strike paralyses vital services in public hospitals. Facilities discharge patients prematurely leaving relatives in confusion

By Standard Team
Mar. 16, 2024

Helpless patients in agony as facilities suspend vital services

Hospitals discharge patients as doctors' strike enters fourth day

Agony for the sick as an impasse between the national and county authorities with doctors persists with no end in sight leading to mass discharge of patients

By Standard Team
Mar. 17, 2024

Hospitals discharge patients as doctors' strike enters fourth day

Pain of patients left on their own as doctors stand their ground

Only 18 inpatients are still admitted at one facility with a bed capacity of over 250.

By Standard Team
Apr. 10, 2024

Pain of patients left on their own as doctors stand their ground

Doctors' strike continues to bite as patients suffer slow services

Doctors on contract terms are offering services in select hospitals even as medics down tools. Some counties have engaged doctors and claim to have met their demands.

By Standard Team
Apr. 11, 2024