June 5, 2025

The expanding waistlines in Nairobi

June 5, 2025 mygyno
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. This definition has not been amended since 1948, but the state of health of Nairobians has gone through immense changes over the years.Physical health is the easiest to appreciate, presenting in all manner of appearances. One only needs to wander into the city streets to get a good impression of the ungodly state of our health.
June 3, 2025

Does your doctor have good bedside manners?

June 3, 2025 mygyno
In days gone by, the interaction between doctors and patients was very different from the way you know it today. There was an almost condescending attitude in the way doctors treated patients.Your doctor knew best, and gave you medical orders, no questions asked. You were duty-bound to follow such orders, the alternative was almost untenable.The ongoing realization of such misplaced pomposity has paved the way for better attitudes among doctors.
May 28, 2025

Air Pollution the invisible silent killer in Africa

May 28, 2025 mygyno
A colleague alerted me to a recent study on air pollution in Nairobi and Africa.  He asked that I find a way to inform Policy makers, Lawmakers and other people high in Government to this invisible silent killer.
May 26, 2025

Thinking about a water birth? Read this…

May 26, 2025 mygyno
Delivery under water is just what it sounds. It is the process of labor and delivery whilst immersed in a water tub. It is sort of a new-age appeal, with proponents and critics alike. A number of health facilities in Kenya offer water births. You will even find birth tubs for hire, or get tempted to deliver in your own bath tub at home. But you should approach water births with caution, there are few proven scientific benefits, but multiple risks.
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