FACT CHECK: Does Kenya Have One of the Highest Suicide Rates in Africa?
Kenya ranks 27th out of 46 countries in sub-Saharan Africa in terms of a suicide rate per 100,000 people, according to the best available data. However, the quality of data…
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Kenya ranks 27th out of 46 countries in sub-Saharan Africa in terms of a suicide rate per 100,000 people, according to the best available data. However, the quality of data…
With Victor Ochieng Today, Monday November 20, 2023 Dr. Samuel Omondi, the Chief Officer of Health, approved the transfer of vehicles from the Centre for Health Solutions – Kenya (CHS)…
By Victor Ochieng Dr. Martin Konyango’s visits to health facilities are proving to be successful, as seen in the renovation of Bar Owengo dispensary. The facility was previously infested with…
With Victor Ochieng Siaya County was declared open defecation-free in 2018, and since then, the county has made significant strides in ensuring that 92% of households have toilets. These were…
Community Health Promoters (CHPs) drawn from the six sub-counties in Siaya County received a major boost on Monday to help them in the provision of primary healthcare at the grassroots…
Following the latest presidential appointments, Professor Lukoye Atwoli will sit on the Board of Directors of the Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital as its non-executive chairperson. President William Ruto…
1. Beer contains chemicals known as phytoestrogens. These chemicals can increase the female hormone (estrogen) levels and decrease the male hormone (testosterone) level. 2. Over time, the imbalance created can…
Unripe pawpaw can’t cure ulcers, high blood pressure and diabetes. The unripe fruit contains papain, which can be harmful to the oesophagus and cause stomach irritation and bleeding. Honey, lemon…
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) is undergoing reforms that will split it into three entities under the Social Health Insurance Bill 2023. As part of these reforms, NHIF employees…