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Olivia Odhiambo

Olivia Odhiambo writes for the Standard Health

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Parkinson's cases rise as policy gaps persist

By Olivia Odhiambo 2025-04-28 08:00:00

How Nairobi man beat bipolar, reclaimed his life

During his recovery, Onunga took a keen interest in understanding his condition. He suspected a hereditary link—his grandmother had suffered from a mental illness for many years.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2025-05-26 12:26:07

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How Siaya cut maternal risks through strong community health strategy

Health officials and experts attribute this remarkable improvement to the presence of emergency evacuation services.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2025-06-23 06:00:00

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How Siaya cut maternal risks through strong community health strategy

Health officials and experts attribute this remarkable improvement to the presence of emergency evacuation services.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2025-06-23 06:00:00

Nurses union backs CS Duale's order to close ill-equipped hospitals

Nurses said that cartels have been using such loopholes to steal from insurance funds, including the defunct NHIF and even the current SHA.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2025-07-19 16:41:20

Nurses union backs CS Duale's order to close ill-equipped hospitals

Hope and hurdles: Patients hail SHA, but upfront costs remain a barrier

SHA faces system gaps, including upfront payment requirements that threaten its sustainability, despite having eased access to life-saving care for patients battling chronic illnesses.

By Olivia Odhiambo 2025-08-18 08:00:00