Use That Condom
Kenyan men are yet to widely embrace condoms as a method to prevent HIV, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancies. The message is simple, use that condom. Here is…
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Vaginal Ring Can Prevent HIV & Pregnancy
A contraceptive vaginal ring that can also stop HIV transmission will help turn the tide against the virus, according to new research. Not only does the ring stop the user from acquiring…
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What To Do If You Have Herpes Zoster or Shingles
Herpes zoster or shingles is a skin condition that causes excruciating pain to most sufferers, to the point where performing daily tasks is impossible. It will often start as tingling pain localized in…
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Mental Health Care For People Living With HIV
Mental health should be integrated into Kenya’s HIV management programs. The struggle for people living with HIV is multifaceted. Support with mental care is one way of plugging into a gaping gap.
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How Does HIV Impact On Mental Health In The Family
There has been a tremendous improvement in reducing the number of new HIV infections. But as the milestones are celebrated, there is now the question about the people who are…
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Why Are Young People In Kenya Not Using Condoms?
Why are young people not using condoms? Difficult questions! Let’s talk about sex! At one point or another, you may have fallen into the trap. As a young man just…
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A Teacher Disclosed His HIV Status
“I used to interact with my classmates smoothly, we could play, laugh and encourage each other only to wake up one day and find my friends attitude towards me had…
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A HIV Journey of Shock, Acceptance and Rise
In 2006, Beatrice Kiplimo (not her real name) had prepared to welcome her third born child. HIV was not on her radar. Never had been. Kiplimo, 31, from Salgaa…
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