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Ryan Kerubo

Ryan Kerubo writes for the Standard Health

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Understanding disease that disrupts the nervous system

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-11 06:00:00

Insurer turns to faith groups to expand health cover

The scheme allows members to access inpatient and outpatient services through pooled contributions

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-15 15:11:00

Rights groups give government 40-day ultimatum over femicide crisis

Civil society organisations and legal groups have given the government a 40-day ultimatum to act on rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-20 16:28:57

Rights groups give government 40-day ultimatum over femicide crisis

Civil society organisations and legal groups have given the government a 40-day ultimatum to act on rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-20 16:28:57

Why quality standards matter in outpatient care

The growing focus on accreditation comes as more Kenyans rely on outpatient clinics for primary healthcare services, placing greater attention on how care is delivered outside major hospitals.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-23 12:20:00

Why quality standards matter in outpatient care

More than a skin condition: The silent threat of psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joints and tissues, leading to inflammation.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-25 06:48:00

More than a skin condition: The silent threat of psoriatic arthritis

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Obstetric fistula exposes gaps in Kenya's maternal healthcare system

Health experts are calling for increased investment in maternal healthcare to end obstetric fistula, a preventable childbirth injury affecting thousands.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-26 15:27:08

Obstetric fistula exposes gaps in Kenya's maternal healthcare system

Stigma, poor sanitation keep girls out of school during periods

Advocates and educators say menstrual stigma, lack of sanitary products and poor sanitation in informal settlements continue to disrupt girls’ education and dignity during their periods.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-05-29 16:05:21

Stigma, poor sanitation keep girls out of school during periods

Climate shocks strain Kenya's health systems as stakeholders push for resilience and reform

Health experts warn that extreme weather events are no longer distant threats but present-day disruptors of essential care, including antenatal services

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-06-09 14:58:00

Climate shocks strain Kenya's health systems as stakeholders push for resilience and reform

Pumwani installs heating system to protect newborns from hypothermia

Maintaining body temperature in the first hours of life can mean the difference between survival and serious complications.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-06-11 20:48:37

Pumwani installs heating system to protect newborns from hypothermia

New maternity unit brings healthcare closer to families in Gikomba

Nairobi County has opened a fully operational 36-bed maternity wing at Pumwani Majengo Health Centre.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-06-12 16:07:19

New maternity unit brings healthcare closer to families in Gikomba

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43 of healthcare workers in Kenya report depression symptoms, New study shows

A new study suggests that many health workers are grappling with mental health challenges, raising important questions about workforce wellbeing and the quality of care patients receive.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-06-15 07:30:00

43 of healthcare workers in Kenya report depression symptoms, New study shows

Why eye care matters more than we think: Simple steps to protect your vision

The World Health Organisation estimates that at least 2.2 billion people globally live with vision impairment or blindness, with more than one billion cases either preventable or still unaddressed.

By Ryan Kerubo 2026-06-22 06:00:00