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Esther Nyambura

Esther Nyambura writes for the Standard Health

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Western, Coast regions lead in alcohol use- NACADA

By Esther Nyambura
May. 12, 2023

'I once contemplated suicide': Dorcas Rigathi speaks on struggle with mental health

The Deputy President's spouse who has been very vocal on mental health awareness said that her experience has been a huge factor in being a mental health activist.

By Esther Nyambura
Jun. 2, 2023

Kenya on track to reduce teenage pregnancies

According to the latest survey, data on teenage pregnancies for adolescents between 10 to 19 years has decreased drastically since 2018.

By Esther Nyambura
Jun. 3, 2023

Kenya on track to reduce teenage pregnancies

According to the latest survey, data on teenage pregnancies for adolescents between 10 to 19 years has decreased drastically since 2018.

By Esther Nyambura
Jun. 3, 2023

Post-viral cough: Why so stubborn?

Research shows that one in four adults experiences a lingering cough that can last up to eight weeks after a cold, flu or viral upper respiratory infection.

By Esther Nyambura
Aug. 6, 2023

Ministry assesses healthcare facilities in a bid to improve services

So far, the ministry has assessed 808 health facilities in the country, and they are targeting 14,192 more.

By Esther Nyambura
Aug. 18, 2023

Ministry assesses healthcare facilities in a bid to improve services

Pharmacy Board bans use, sale of sexual enhancement drug

Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) cautions the public against the use, sale or distribution of a falsified medical product commonly known as 'Asali ya Wazee'.

By Esther Nyambura
Nov. 22, 2023

Pharmacy Board bans use, sale of sexual enhancement drug

The Social Health Insurance Fund: What you need to know

Government will issue a registration period in which every Kenyan will be required to register for the new social health insurance fund.

By Esther Nyambura
Dec. 1, 2023

The Social Health Insurance Fund: What you need to know

Robert Pukose: NHIF cover to continue until end of 2024

Healthcare sector is set to undergo a major transformation after the Court of Appeal lifted a ban on the Social Health Insurance Act in January 2024.

By Esther Nyambura
Feb. 7, 2024

Robert Pukose: NHIF cover to continue until end of 2024

President Ruto: SHIF deductions to start in March

President William Ruto asserts that Social Health Insurance Fund deductions will begin on March 1; Court of Appeal approved its implementation on January 19.

By Esther Nyambura
Feb. 15, 2024

President Ruto: SHIF deductions to start in March

Medics condemn attack on KMPDU boss, call for speedy probe

Kenya Medical Association condemns police brutality against KMPDU Sec-Gen Damvi Atellah, demands probe into the incident, says Interior Ministry has 48 hours to respond.

By Esther Nyambura
Mar. 1, 2024

Medics condemn attack on KMPDU boss, call for speedy probe

Controversial tweet sparks medics council investigation into Dr Mbiti's conduct

Allegations of malpractice were raised by the public after he posted photos of newly born twins; a boy and a girl whom he delivered via C-Section, on social media platform X.

By Esther Nyambura
Mar. 5, 2024