Stawisha Pwani

Stawisha Pwani is a 5 year USAID program that aims to increase the use of quality county-led health services in Kilifi, Kwale, Mombasa and Taita Taveta counties

[Lvcthealth @LVCTKe]

📢 Exciting news!
Introducing HimaRika, LVCT Health’s Swahili digital tool empowering CHWs with real-time health info & resources to improve care across Kenya. 💡💪
#HimaRika #CHWs #CommunityHealth #DigitalHealth #Kenya

[Lvcthealth @LVCTKe]

📢⌚Health has no age limit!
DYK that unusual bleeding and pelvic pain are warning signs of cervical cancer—at any age?
Know the symptoms. Let’s empower older women to #preventcervicalcancer.
#AwarenessForAll

[National Cancer Institute of Kenya @NCIKenya]

Signs and Symptoms of Cervical Cancer.
· Unusual vaginal bleeding
· Bleeding after menopause
· Weight loss
· Pain and discomfort during sex
· Pelvic pain
· Constant fatigue

[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

In collaboration with @DoHMombasa , we have embarked in a three day training of HTS providers derived from the six sub counties within Mombasa.

The training aims at training HTS providers in the New 3 tier HIV testing for a roll out.
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[Lvcthealth @LVCTKe]

🌍 Global Health Security in Focus!
Join us tomorrow for pre-summit discussions at the East Africa Region Global Health Security Summit 2025! Let’s rethink and reshape our readiness.
#GlobalHealthSecurity #PandemicPreparedness #EastAfricaSummit

[National Cancer Institute of Kenya @NCIKenya]

Cervical cancer can be prevented by getting vaccinated against HPV, having regular Pap tests and HPV tests, and avoiding or limiting the risk factors including having multiple partners. HPV vaccine is freely available for all girls in Kenya, ages 9 – 15.

[National Cancer Institute of Kenya @NCIKenya]

Cervical cancer is preventable and treatable. Early detection through regular screenings can save lives. Join us in spreading awareness and hope.
#CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth #CervicalCancer #CervicalCancerAwareness @NakuruCountyGov @LVCTKe @Roche @LaRochePosayUSA @CDCgov

[Lvcthealth @LVCTKe]

Early detection saves lives. Did you know regular cervical cancer screening can prevent 90% of cervical cancer cases?

🩺 Take charge of your health today—get tested!
📅 Book your appointment now!
#CervicalCancerAwareness #GetScreened #PreventionIsBetterThanCure

[National Cancer Institute of Kenya @NCIKenya]

The main cause of cervical cancer is human papillomavirus (HPV), a common infection that can be transmitted through sexual contact or skin-to-skin contact. Prevent it in three main steps
1. Vaccinate
2. Pap smear
3. HPV test
#CancerAwareness #hpvvaccination #endcervicalcancer

[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

Do you know that Cervical cancer can be prevented?
This can only be done through vaccination ,regular screening and treatment of pre-cancerous lesions.
#CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth
#earlydetectioncansavelives
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@Ciheb_Kenya
@PRBAfrica
@DOHKilifi
@DoHMombasa

[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

Have you scheduled your cervical cancer screening?
Regular screening is important to detect any changes in the cervix that could become cancerous.
#CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth
#CervicalCancerPrevention
#cervicalcancerscreening
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@Ciheb_Kenya
@PRBAfrica

[National Cancer Institute of Kenya @NCIKenya]

Kenya, through the National Cancer Institute is fully in line with the WHO’s Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy of 90-70-90%. To mean:
90% of girls fully vaccinated with the HPV vaccine by the age of 15.

[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

By showing a compassionate presence and genuine understanding, We can create a safe space for patients to express their feelings, share their fears, and find solace amidst the storm.
#CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth
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@PRBAfrica
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[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

Follow the link below to find the list of cancer centres in Kenya.
https://t.co/qj89TnIZVj
#CervicalCancerPrevention
#cervicalcancerscreening
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@Ciheb_Kenya
@PRBAfrica
@DoHMombasa
@DOHKilifi

[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

#january is #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth, and research shows that late-stage cervical cancer appears to be on the rise.Let's end #cervicalcancer through screening and HPV vaccination.
HPV vaccination is freely available in all primary health care centers.

[Stawisha Pwani @StawishaP]

As we end the year 2024, we will be taking a short break. Our offices will be closed from December 20th to January 5th 2025. #merrychristmas & #happynewyear2024.
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