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[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Being in Ebola quarantine does not mean someone has Ebola.

Contacts are monitored for 21 days after their most recent exposure. Those who remain symptom-free, with no new exposure, can be cleared to return home.

For more Ebola coverage: https://t.co/pkd92m91Pi

#Ebola #EbolainKenya #EbolaAlertKE

@DrMercyKorir @AfricaCDC @WHOKenya @WHO
@WHOAFRO @MOH_Kenya

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Raila Odinga’s legacy in the fight against HIV lives on.

On the first anniversary of Raila Odinga’s death, his role in advancing Kenya’s HIV/AIDS response offers a reminder of the importance of sustained political commitment to public health.

As Prime Minister, Odinga backed efforts to strengthen HIV prevention and treatment, including the national goal of eliminating new HIV infections among children. In 2011, he pledged government support for that goal, underscoring the need to protect mothers and children through access to essential health services.

His legacy invites renewed reflection on the work still needed to end preventable HIV infections and ensure that every mother and child can access the care they need.

#RailaOdinga #HIVPrevention #MaternalAndChildHealth #PublicHealth

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A huge shoutout to the Willow team!

We had the privilege of serving as the media liaison for the Kenya Health Summit 2026, a special one because health is at the heart of what we do.

Two days of important conversations on health reforms, UHC and the future of Kenya’s health sector.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, put in the hours and kept things moving.
A lot of work behind the scenes and a team we’re incredibly proud of!💙

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

The best health decisions start with the right information.
Dr Mercy Korir is using her voice to help more women understand breast health and why early detection matters.
Your health journey starts with one step. Download the DearYou app today. 💗
https://t.co/JovUZbQkpq

#DearYou #WomensHealth #BreastHealth #KnowYourBody #EarlyDetection @DrMercyKorir

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Explainer: How the world's first full facial reconstruction surgery in Kenya was done.

Lucy Gathoni lived with severe craniofacial fibrous dysplasia for over a decade, a tumor that deformed her face, blocked her airway, and threatened her life. Previous surgeries had failed to stop the growths.

A multidisciplinary team of Kenyan medical specialists converged to attempt what had never been done before: a total reconstruction of her entire midface using custom-designed titanium implants. A complete facial reconstruction, all in one surgery.

This is the untold story of Kenya's most complex surgery, ever performed.

https://t.co/fiGVFpUVG8

#FacialReconstruction #Surgery

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

🏆Tonight, we celebrate journalism that stayed with the story. Journalism that asked harder questions. Journalism that put people first.

We are incredibly proud of our team at Willow Health Media for the recognition received at the #AMEA2026 Annual Media Excellence Awards by the Media Council of Kenya. 🇰🇪

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What happens when a mother starts bleeding after birth?

For many, it turns fatal within minutes. Postpartum haemorrhage remains one of the leading causes of maternal deaths.

But a simple drape, costing about KSh 500, is helping health workers detect blood loss early and act in time.

Scaled from an idea by Prof Zahida Qureshi to a global intervention, it is a reminder that impactful solutions do not always have to be complex.

Small tool. Life-saving difference.

https://t.co/VShRB6oxUD

#MaternalHealth #PPH #Postpartum #PostpartumHaemorrhage #Pregnancy #Childbirth

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

As surgeons carried out a complex, high-stakes procedure, another team worked quietly alongside them, capturing every moment.

Not for spectacle, but to document skill, pressure and the reality of what it takes to do this kind of work.

See what it looks like when medicine and storytelling meet.

https://t.co/6muhA1TXM4

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Our CEO & Editor-in-Chief, @DrMercyKorir, will be speaking at the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026 in Nairobi.

At a time when Africa’s health systems are being reimagined, her voice brings something essential to the room: evidence-led storytelling that connects policy, people, and practice.

From maternal and child health to health systems accountability, this is the work that ensures conversations don’t just stay in conference halls but translate into real-world impact.

#WorldHealthSummit #GlobalHealth #WHS2026

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

3 days to go📌 Registration for Cohort III of the Health & Science Communication course at KEMRI Graduate School closes on 27th March 2026.

We are offering this hybrid course in partnership with @KEMRI_Kenya and @LivUni, designed to equip participants with practical skills in science writing, media engagement and translating complex research into clear content for wider audiences.

Apply/More info:
https://t.co/SOG80A4phP

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

What an exciting week for us at Willow!🥳

In just one year, our work has earned global recognition. We’re thrilled to be finalists at the WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards 2026, standing alongside 278 projects from 78 countries.

From breaking down complex health issues to turning data into clear, actionable stories, this moment highlights the power and impact of evidence-based health journalism in Africa and we’re just getting started!

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

At the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York, one message was clear: too many mothers and newborns are still dying from causes we already know how to prevent.

This is not just a health system gap. It is a question of accountability.

Kenya’s renewed focus on Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) is shifting the conversation from numbers to action.
Every death reviewed.
Every gap identified.
Every response tracked.
Because behind each number is a life.

The call is simple and urgent:
Account for every life.
Act within hours, not days.
Treat maternal and newborn survival as a governance priority.
When mothers survive, and babies thrive, societies move forward.
#CSW70 #MaternalHealth #NewbornHealth
@DrMercyKorir

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Eating soil during pregnancy is a sign the body could be lacking essential nutrients.

In many cases, it is linked to low iron levels, one of the leading causes of anaemia in pregnancy. While the craving can feel intense and very real, soil does not provide the nutrients the body needs. Instead, it can expose both mother and baby to harmful substances and even interfere with the absorption of iron and other important nutrients.

Traditional vegetables like managu, terere, kunde and mrenda are rich in these nutrients, affordable and already part of local diets.

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Africa’s healthcare is at a critical point.

Funding is down, costs are rising and many people still struggle to get care. Some diseases are being controlled and countries are finding smart ways to save money but challenges like maternal deaths, worker shortages and rising chronic illnesses remain.

It’s time to act, invest, innovate and work together to give millions a healthier future.
https://t.co/h28SZMhgyY

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Historic milestone in maternal and newborn care in Tanzania!
The launch of the zero-separation newborn unit designed to keep mothers and babies together with specialised support.

This launch reflects progress in maternal health and the kind of investment needed to strengthen health systems and outcomes.
Change across Africa is possible and this is why we document stories of change, challenges and solutions that strengthen communities.

This progress inspires what more we can achieve and why we do this work.

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

All the way in Tanzania witnessing the launch of a zero-separation newborn care unit, a solution to the fears mothers once carried about childbirth. For years some feared childbirth, unsure if they would return home alive or with their babies.

Now the largest neonatal facility with 15 specialised beds, this facility changes that reality, keeping mothers and newborns together and offering lifesaving care where it was needed most.

Seeing these milestones across Africa is proof that maternal health can and must improve!

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

Our favourite time of the year!🥳

Every year, we intentionally come together for capacity building and team development. We take time to strengthen our knowledge, review our programmes, refine our systems, and ensure that every team member is equipped to deliver at the highest standard.

These sessions allow us to assess what is working, address gaps, improve communication and align on priorities for the months ahead. We challenge ourselves, learn from one another, and build practical solutions that improve how we serve.

When our internal foundation is strong, our impact is stronger.

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

“Willow At One is about the people behind the stories, the teamwork, the growth and the opportunities created along the way.
Building together shapes the work we do. As our team members shared, we don’t just report stories, we create meaningful connections between information and people.”
#WillowAtOne

[Willow Health Media @WillowHealthKe]

This Christmas, we’re grateful for you.
Your engagement, trust and support have shaped Willow Health Media’s journey.
Because of you, stories on every aspect of health, from physical and mental wellbeing to nutrition, disease prevention and community health initiatives have reached more people and encouraged conversations that matter.

In this season of gratitude and togetherness, we reflect on the impact we’ve made together. As homes fill with joy and warmth, we appreciate every person who has joined us in this mission of keeping communities informed, empowered and healthier.

We wish you a peaceful and joyful Christmas.
Thank you for being part of the Willow Health Media community.

[Book Ten @Bookten8]

Pads and Promises: How one school is turning tide on teen pregnancies  

Source: @WillowHealthKe

https://t.co/c1i9rqhwoX