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Juliet Omelo

Juliet Omelo writes for the Standard Health

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Fears of state capture grip Nairobi Hospital

By Juliet Omelo 2026-02-17 06:00:00

Joyce Akelo: Breast cancer survivor championing early screening

As the world marks International Women’s Day, her story highlights both the resilience of women and the urgent need for greater awareness around cancer screening and support.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-09 15:56:06

Preventable deaths persist as 15 mothers, 92 newborns die daily

Postpartum haemorrhage accounts for 37 per cent of maternal deaths, followed by eclampsia and infections. For newborns, prematurity, birth asphyxia, and sepsis remain the leading causes.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-20 08:41:44

Preventable deaths persist as 15 mothers, 92 newborns die daily

Postpartum haemorrhage accounts for 37 per cent of maternal deaths, followed by eclampsia and infections. For newborns, prematurity, birth asphyxia, and sepsis remain the leading causes.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-20 08:41:44

Cataracts: Key drivers of Kenya's blindness crisis

Cataracts remain the leading cause of blindness in Kenya, with experts warning that millions of cases could be prevented or treated if access to eye care services is expanded.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-20 09:45:50

Cataracts: Key drivers of Kenya's blindness crisis

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KCA bets on innovation to bridge Kenya's mental health gap

Innovation to curb Mental Health challenges in Kenya

By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-31 15:36:54

KCA bets on innovation to bridge Kenya's mental health gap

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Private, safe, life-saving: Bungoma women now test for HPV at home

Women in Bungoma County embracing HPV self-sampling, a private and convenient method that improves access to cervical cancer screening and empowers them to take control of their health.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-04-13 06:00:00

Private, safe, life-saving: Bungoma women now test for HPV at home

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A mother's journey with autism, why early diagnosis is key

A mother’s experience with her daughter’s autism highlights the importance of early diagnosis and the challenges families face in accessing support.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-04-14 06:00:00

A mother's journey with autism, why early diagnosis is key

Civil Servants Union threatens legal action over SHA benefits, rejects PSC structure

The Union of Kenya Civil Servants has threatened legal action against the Social Health Authority

By Juliet Omelo 2026-04-16 13:04:00

Civil Servants Union threatens legal action over SHA benefits, rejects PSC structure

Community takes the lead in Limuru forest restoration

Local communities are taking the lead in Limuru forest restoration efforts in a government-backed drive to grow and sustain thousands of trees.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-04-19 17:42:41

Community takes the lead in Limuru forest restoration

Kenya bets on AI to drive disability inclusion in new multi-partner initiative

Kenya is turning to artificial intelligence to bridge long-standing gaps in access to education, employment and assistive technologies for persons with disabilities.

By Juliet Omelo 2026-04-26 17:24:59