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Rose Mukonyo

Young environmentalist working with schools to conserve environment

Wanjira has also been working with the county government and the national government in river clean-ups in an initiative dubbed Adopt-a-river, in collaboration with UNEP.

By Rose Mukonyo 16 days ago

Young environmentalist working with schools to conserve environment

School water tank projects quench learners', families' thirst

School water tank projects quench learners', families' thirst

By Rose Mukonyo 1 month ago

Learning new skills to keep poverty, dependence at bay

Learning new skills to keep poverty, dependence at bay

By Rose Mukonyo 1 month ago

Students create robot to help them with chores

Students create robot to help them with chores

By Rose Mukonyo 1 month ago

Second chance for Covid-19 teen moms

Life has not been easy for these teen moms, and they admit that their lives will never be the same should they get another opportunity to get back to class.

By Rose Mukonyo 2 months ago

Second chance for Covid-19 teen moms

Does your baby really have colic? Here's how you can tell

Dr Peninah Musyoka, a Pediatrician at Machakos Children's Clinic says a mother should check her baby to identify why the baby is crying because perhaps the baby is unwell or has pain.

By Rose Mukonyo 3 months ago

Does your baby really have colic? Here's how you can tell

Spending time with the elderly? Check their medications

While catching up with the elderly and finding out how they are faring, it is important to inquire and check what drugs they are on especially those with chronic diseases.

By Rose Mukonyo 4 months ago

Spending time with the elderly? Check their medications

Watch your child's teeth this festive season

The festive season is here and it comes with its treats, especially for children who enjoy every single drop of soft drinks, sweets, cakes and all sorts of sugary snacks.

By Kamau Muthoni, Rose Mukonyo 4 months ago

Watch your child's teeth this festive season

High school students adopt traditional use of cow dung fuel to make briquettes

The students said the innovation is their way of contributing to the fight against the devastating impact of climate change by looking at solutions that are practical and sustainable.

By Rose Mukonyo 6 months ago

High school students adopt traditional use of cow dung fuel to make briquettes

Common cold in children

Some of the patients with the common cold will present with a fever, a dry cough, sneezing, and nasal discharge, a child will not be feeding well and may be irritable and crying.

By Rose Mukonyo 7 months ago

Common cold in children

How new technique can spur learners' curiosity

A teaching and learning method using the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) allows the learners to feed into their curiosity by asking relevant questions as guided by the teacher

By Rose Mukonyo 8 months ago

How new technique can spur learners' curiosity

When nurses go the extra mile to help their patients conquer cancer

It could go either way for patients when they learn that they have cancer -- while some might get stuck in a state of despair, others initiate treatment immediately.

By Rose Mukonyo 8 months ago

When nurses go the extra mile to help their patients conquer cancer

Misinformation 'still a major catalyst for HIV-related stigma'

24 per cent of women and 17 per cent of men aged between 15 and 49 years have discriminating attitudes towards individuals with HIV.

By Rose Mukonyo 9 months ago

Misinformation 'still a major catalyst for HIV-related stigma'

Vape at your own risk

Instead of smoke from lit tobacco, the user inhales vapour, which is why using the e-cigarette is called 'vaping'. The vape consists of an atomiser, a power source such as a battery

By Rose Mukonyo 9 months ago

Vape at your own risk

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

Some women swear by these old wives' tales, but many others say they do not work. A common belief is that if a woman has craving for sweet things she is expecting a girl.

By Rose Mukonyo 9 months ago

Old wives' tales for predicting a baby's gender: Myth or reality?

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

World Health Organisation recommends no screen time for babies under 2 years and no more than one hour of screen time a day for those aged 2 to 4 years.

By Rose Mukonyo 10 months ago

That screen could be the cause of your child's speech delay, insomnia

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Women and girls are advised to wash their hands before and after using their menstrual products, discard used disposable menstrual products properly, and change the sanitary pads.

By Rose Mukonyo 10 months ago

Menstrual hygiene: Time to put an end to period poverty

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

ICJ recommends the improvement of access to quality healthcare services through capacity development and technical assistance to counties.

By Rose Mukonyo 10 months ago

Right to health is far from being enjoyed in Kenya, says ICJ Kenya Chapter

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

According to UNICEF, every month, 1.8 billion people across the world menstruate and millions of those people are unable to manage their menstrual cycle in a dignified and healthy manner.

By Rose Mukonyo 10 months ago

Menstrual hygiene, a human right - period

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Families that used kerosene lamps had eyesight and respiratory problems due to soot. Solar lamps have helped reduce health problems, and now students can study better.

By Rose Mukonyo 10 months ago

Solar lamps help relieve eye, breathing problems

Cultic leaders train their eyes on 'soft targets'

Prof. Geoffrey Wango, a counselling psychologist at the University of Nairobi, terms these religious leaders or "guiding lights" narcissists filled with sadism, cruelty, and madness.

By Rose Mukonyo and Nancy Nzau 11 months ago

Cultic leaders train their eyes on 'soft targets'

Beware of diabetes threat in children

Type 1 diabetes is the most common in children which could be caused by genetics, family history, and certain viruses. Doctors advise for regular check-ups, exercises and a healthy diet.

By Rose Mukonyo 11 months ago

Beware of diabetes threat in children

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

Children with acute kidney injury may present with different signs and symptoms such as severe dehydration, a baby may look weak and lethargic, and some may have convulsions.

By Rose Mukonyo 11 months ago

My baby got kidney injury days after birth

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Some of the diseases that can be detected through genetics are Down syndrome, Spina bifida, Sickle cell, Turner syndrome and albinism among others.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

'We can change the way we look at newborn screening'

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Most cases occur in institutions and restaurants, and sometimes at home. Symptoms can include cramping, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Food poisoning: Be aware of what you eat, drink

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

The device replicates many functions of healthy kidneys and patients using it will not require immunosuppression drugs.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Hope for patients as research on artificial kidney progresses

When my son did not cry at birth, I knew something was wrong

Having a child with Down Syndrome, Nabooze noticed the stigma and lack of social support for children with disabilities and founded Angels Centre for Children with Special Needs.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

When my son did not cry at birth, I knew something was wrong

I did not let my challenges stop me from achieving my dreams

Dr Carol Nthiwa is a urologist with a specialisation in urologic oncology being the first female locally trained urologic oncologist in the country.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

I did not let my challenges stop me from achieving my dreams

New technology in the diagnosis and treatment of TB brings hope to many

Medics say the new tools have helped in easier and faster diagnosis including edging towards finding the 40 per cent of missing cases thereby reducing further community transmission of TB.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

New technology in the diagnosis and treatment of TB brings hope to many

Locals reel under water shortage as day marked

This year's World Water Day is about accelerating change to solve the water and sanitation crisis, where everyone is needed to take action.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Locals reel under water shortage as day marked

Everyone needs to be involved in tackling the water crisis

This year's World Water Day is about accelerating change to solve the water and sanitation crisis, where everyone is needed to take action.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Everyone needs to be involved in tackling the water crisis

Why women below 40 need cancer screening

According to Dr Mutuma, early diagnosis and treatment is not as costly as late treatment regimes.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Why women below 40 need cancer screening

No condoms? Don't recycle!

Condoms have become a scarce commodity in the wake of 'super gonorrhoea' and an increase in new HIV infections in the country.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

No condoms? Don't recycle!

'Multiple pregnancies require special care for babies to survive'

Multiple babies survive in developed countries, where hospitals are well-equipped and have special care for such mothers.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

'Multiple pregnancies require special care for babies to survive'

How stigma turns people with HIV away from health facilities

There is need to create a friendly environment for young people and mothers who are a key population in reducing HIV infection.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

How stigma turns people with HIV away from health facilities

Daily habits to improved mental health

Social relations and spending time with those we love boosts our confidence and moods. Practice gratitude, forgive others and reward yourself.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Daily habits to improved mental health

Experts: Zambia will end malaria if all partners pitch in

The Zambia End Malaria Council convenes senior multisectoral stakeholders to complement Zambia's National Malaria Elimination Program.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Experts: Zambia will end malaria if all partners pitch in

Unsung heroes who sacrifice a lot for so little in the health sector

Community health volunteers are credited with contributing to the increase in Kenya's life expectancy from 51 years in 2000 to 66 years in 2018, according to a World Bank report.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Unsung heroes who sacrifice a lot for so little in the health sector

High cost of cancer diagnosis and treatment

Cancer is the third leading cause of death both globally and in Kenya

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

High cost of cancer diagnosis and treatment

Dreams are valid: Dr Riro Mwita

Dr Riro Mwita was born in the 70s and was not lucky to be immunized against Poliomyelitis which left him physically challenged.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Dreams are valid: Dr Riro Mwita

Eye care is more than eating excess carrots

Parents should discourage the use of screens on children less than two years to encourage brain development with playing outside as the better option.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Eye care is more than eating excess carrots

Dr Githinji Gitahi: I got intrigued, watching my brother studying dead dogs

His passion for medicine began in primary school when his elder brother, Prof Kiama Gitahi, who had studied biology, began collecting dead dogs in the village to study them.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Dr Githinji Gitahi: I got intrigued, watching my brother studying dead dogs

Vaccines can help reduce resistance to drugs

Drug resistance occurs when bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites change over time and become less susceptible to antimicrobial treatments.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Vaccines can help reduce resistance to drugs

Cervical cancer: Check for bleeding after sex, foul-smelling discharge

Dr Oyiengo lists unprotected sex, multiple sexual partners and a partner with multiple partners, teen motherhood, age and siring many children as risk factors for HPV transmission.

By Rose Mukonyo 1 year ago

Cervical cancer: Check for bleeding after sex, foul-smelling discharge

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