maternal health

The 2nd Breastfeeding Bootcamp was successfully on 13^th June, 2026 at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, on the Kenyatta National Hospital Campus.

The one‑day intensive training brought together healthcare professionals from across Nairobi and beyond to strengthen their knowledge, practical skills, and confidence in supporting breastfeeding mothers and infants.

Despite significant strides in combating mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV, Kenya continues to struggle with increasing rates, particularly in regions like Kilifi County. A recent study by researchers from the University of Nairobi highlights critical gaps in prevention efforts underscoring the need for interventions to combat this.

A recent study underscored the clinical importance of early identification of Rh-negative women, to enhance lowering of the risks of Rhesus isoimmunization for both mothers and newborns in this high-risk situation.