High-risk fertility behavior, defined by early maternal age, closely spaced births, high birth order, or pregnancies after the age of…
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The Ministry of Health has reiterated its strong dedication to improving child health across Kenya. During the opening of the…
Despite decades of global progress, the world is now facing a critical setback in maternal health due to widespread cuts…
Kenya has made significant progress in improving breastfeeding practices, with exclusive breastfeeding rates increasing from 13% in 2003 to 60%…
The rising cases of preterm births are becoming a major global health concern, with devastating consequences for newborns and their…
Diabetes during pregnancy has become a significant concern, affecting many women worldwide. Women often discover they have developed diabetes during…
In a determined push to improve maternal and child health services in Kenya, Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Harry Kimtai,…
A new study by the World Health Organization (WHO) has found that severe bleeding (haemorrhage) and hypertensive disorders, like preeclampsia,…
A recent study highlights the ongoing global maternal mortality crisis, with hemorrhage and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia identified as the…
The World Medical Association (WMA) has joined forces with the Kenya Medical Association (KMA) and the Kenya Obstetrical and Gynaecological…