Medical camps in Kenya are an old tradition. They come in all colors, shapes and sizes; organized by individuals, hospitals, churches, professional associations, non-governmental organizations, corporates and even politicians. Majority …
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Rosemary* fascinated me to no end when I met her. She was a huge personality rolled up in a small 5’ 2” frame, with excessive energy and a throaty laughter. …
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Rosina* was a special mom. I met her when she came to our maternity unit in labor. She had a fairly uneventful labor and after six hours in the unit, …
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It has been an uncommon last few days, with the loss of well-known personalities in the country. The wave started with veteran politician GG Kariuki, followed by the cabinet secretary …
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Two decades ago, in most of Africa, a potbelly was a status symbol. It communicated affluence and class. Economic empowerment was characterized by the ability to afford whatever gustatory delights …
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Childbirth is the most amazing thing that nature allows us to experience. Yet it is one shrouded in mystery and very much under-appreciated. We all get excited when the new …
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On 25th of November 1999, the President of the Republic of Kenya, Daniel Arap Moi, took the bold step to declare HIV a national disaster. This was no mean feat. …
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The financial year 2016-2017 has not been a rosy one at the Ministry of Health. It has been hard hit by industrial action by health workers with no end in …
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The last six years have been characterized by unremitting highlights on the poor state of our health sector. Despite advocacy, industrial unrest, devolution of health, increased medical tourism and many …
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My name is Dr. Rowena Njeri I am a general practitioner My work station is in rural Kenya I serve the poorest of poor Kenyans My life has meaning because …