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Rodgers Otiso

Rodgers Otiso writes for the Standard Health

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New procedure offers hope for patients with heart conditions

By Rodgers Otiso 2024-11-11 00:00:00

How heavy periods trap young women in a cycle of suffering

What started as routine menstrual cramps for two young women has evolved into a relentless struggle with a condition that has shaped their lives since their first cycles.

By Rodgers Otiso 2024-11-18 18:00:00

How ignoring lump in my breast, led to a devastating diagnosis

For many women battling breast cancer, or any other type of cancer, the journey is not just about surviving, but also adapting to profound physical changes.

By Rodgers Otiso 2024-12-21 14:20:00

How ignoring lump in my breast, led to a devastating diagnosis

For many women battling breast cancer, or any other type of cancer, the journey is not just about surviving, but also adapting to profound physical changes.

By Rodgers Otiso 2024-12-21 14:20:00

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Beyond the wet sheets: One man's journey to beating bedwetting stigma

Meet Dan Nixon, 21, a communication and journalism student at Kisii University, who grew up struggling with nocturnal enuresis—commonly known as bedwetting

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-02-10 00:00:00

Beyond the wet sheets: One man's journey to beating bedwetting stigma

Unsung Heroes: Caregivers lead a quiet revolution in child care support

Caregivers are the backbone of society, and no community can stand firmly without their indispensable contributions. Despite their immense value.

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-02-24 08:00:00

Unsung Heroes: Caregivers lead a quiet revolution in child care support

How I overcame fear and stigma to win battle against breast cancer

In Kenya, due to the lack of robust screening, many women only seek medical attention when they notice advanced symptoms.

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-03-24 12:52:24

How I overcame fear and stigma to win battle against breast cancer

New rabies vaccine strategy offers hope for rural communities in Kenya, Tanzania

Unlike traditional intramuscular vaccines, which require a full vial per patient, the intradermal vaccination method uses a fraction of the dose—allowing one vial to treat multiple patients.

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-05-26 06:00:00

New rabies vaccine strategy offers hope for rural communities in Kenya, Tanzania

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Beyond the smile: Lucy Kahoro's 15-year journey with Type 2 diabetes

Behind her cheerful outlook Lucy Kahoro, a 38-year-old kindergarten teacher and mother of two, struggles with Type 2 diabetes, a battle she continues to face with admirable courage.

By Rodgers Otiso 2025-06-16 09:14:37