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Jane Mugambi

Jane Mugambi writes for the Standard Health

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Education officer says 12,000 students test positive for STIs

By Jane Mugambi
Nov. 27, 2022

Four arrested for discharging sewerage into rivers

The four owners of residential and commercial buildings who had directed their sewer lines into the river are set to appear in court charged with violating the Public Health Act.

By Jane Mugambi
Mar. 19, 2023

Nakhumicha assures of new medical scheme roll out

said when the court lifts the orders on social health programs, she will only need two weeks to implement SHF.

By Jane Mugambi
Jan. 14, 2024

Nakhumicha assures of new medical scheme roll out

said when the court lifts the orders on social health programs, she will only need two weeks to implement SHF.

By Jane Mugambi
Jan. 14, 2024

Kirinyaga performs first laparoscopy in a level three facility

The surgery, typically available in private health facilities and level six public hospitals, was conducted on a 39-year-old woman from Gathigiriri ward.

By Jane Mugambi
Jan. 16, 2024

Kirinyaga performs first laparoscopy in a level three facility

Kirinyaga county allocates Sh58m for management of hypertension

Kirinyaga County Government has allocated Sh58 million to the management of hypertension, which has recorded more than 17,000 cases.

By Jane Mugambi
May. 19, 2025

Kirinyaga county allocates Sh58m for management of hypertension

State to roll out psychosocial support for landslide victims

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the government will deploy mental health experts and Community Health Promoters to support grieving families as they cope with the tragedy.

By Jane Mugambi
Nov. 3, 2025

State to roll out psychosocial support for landslide victims

Clean fuel brings a breath of fresh air to over 6,000 Kirinyaga homes

Kirinyaga County has distributed about 6,400 free meko gas cookers to local families, in a bid to tackle climate change, reduce indoor pollution, and promote sustainable development.

By Jane Mugambi
Nov. 3, 2025