Linet Atieno

Head of Communications @DNDi #health #ntds. @KenyaMarkets, @PathfinderInt and @KenyaRedCross alum. Interests: food, writing, music 🎸💃👗. Views my own

[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative @DNDi]

Last week, experts came together in a webinar to reflect on the last 10 years of #mycetoma progress and look at future priorities to tackle this devastating disease.

If you missed it, listen to the audio recording here: https://t.co/KTlTkUxykb

[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative @DNDi]

For years, #mycetoma left Banchayehu from Ethiopia with a heavily swollen foot, unable to wear shoes or care for her 3 kids. After finding treatment at Boru Meda Hospital, she's reclaimed her life. Her journey reminds us why we advocate for early diagnosis & health equity.

[Linet Atieno @LinAtieno]

@KenyaPower_Care I sent my details on DM but got no response... power has been out the whole day came back for a few hours and now its gone again... this has been the trend the past two weeks

[Linet Atieno @LinAtieno]

@KenyaPower_Care we have experienced a power outage in Ngong Kibiko Forest Hill estate from last night... the power has been going on on off and flickering the whole night... what could be the problem?

[Linet Atieno @LinAtieno]

@flyethiopian i have had one of my worst experience with you in my life of flying. I am in Gondar and havent received my luggage despite every attempt to reach out. You have handled this claim very unprofessionally. Unresponsive and unreliably... i am very sad.

[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative @DNDi]

Receiving the Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize in the medical services category is an immense honour for all of us at DNDi.

We thank the Prize Committee, the Government of Japan, and our many partners for supporting our work developing new treatments for neglected diseases.

[Linet Atieno @LinAtieno]

@citizentvkenya . G

[Prof Sam Kariuki, BVM, MSc, PhD, DSc (Hons, LSTM) @EADirectorDNDi]

We celebrate the women accelerating action in science & health. From groundbreaking research to lifesaving care, their contributions are shaping a healthier, more equitable future.

Let’s break barriers, amplify voices & #AccelerateAction
#IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay2025

[Dr. Borna Nyaoke-Anoke @bornanyaoke]

Honored to host @ProfAHFahal at our Nairobi office. His passion for #Mycetoma patients and commitment to ensuring dignified treatment makes our 10+ years of collaboration in research & development even more impactful. Here’s to continuing the journey! #NTDs

[MSF East Africa @MSF_EastAfrica]

Ongoing conflicts in the DRC & Sudan have caused displacement & restricted healthcare access, worsening humanitarian conditions yet attention remains limited.

Join MSF on Thursday, 6th March at 10:00 AM EAT for a discussion on these crises.

Register: https://t.co/hG9sQXWWXs

[Linet Atieno @LinAtieno]

Innovation is key to eliminating neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). This #WorldNTDDay, we’re joining @DNDi to invest in solutions that bring treatments, diagnostics, and hope to affected communities. #EndTheNeglect #beatNTDs

[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative @DNDi]

Honored to share our work at the @MSF regional association meeting in Denver! We spoke about our research for new treatments for neglected diseases like #SleepingSickness and #VisceralLeishmaniasis.

[Dr. Borna Nyaoke-Anoke @bornanyaoke]

Addressing #mycetoma among children is crucial for breaking the cycle of neglect and reducing the burden on affected communities
#NTDs #ASTMH2024 #TropMed24

[Prof Sam Kariuki, BVM, MSc, PhD, DSc (Hons, LSTM) @EADirectorDNDi]

The two-day digital media training kicked off today with over 20 @DNDi participants.

@janetmachuka_ will equip participants with the necessary tools & strategies to enhance their online presence, create engaging content & effectively utilize social media for #globalhealth.

[Dr. Borna Nyaoke-Anoke @bornanyaoke]

I’m honored to be speaking at this webinar hosted by @DNDi & @CDCgov on #Mycetoma, one of the most neglected #NTDs.
There is a desperate need for an effective, safe, affordable & shorter-term treatment. #FungalWeek24
🗓️ 18 Sept 2024
Register➡️ https://t.co/ppNyp9qlRr

[Prof Sam Kariuki, BVM, MSc, PhD, DSc (Hons, LSTM) @EADirectorDNDi]

Have you registered for the upcoming webinar on #mycetoma?

Join @bornanyaoke, Dilip Kachhwaha, John Ekai & Augustin Ebeja as they share insights on the disease which is endemic in Africa, Asia, Europe & Latin America.
🗓️ 18 Sept 2024
⏲️ 17:00-18:15 EAT
🔗 https://t.co/wQEMwQ5Nhf

[Prof Sam Kariuki, BVM, MSc, PhD, DSc (Hons, LSTM) @EADirectorDNDi]

Mycetoma is one of the most neglected #NTDs that affects skin, muscle & bone, causing severe disability.

@DNDi will be hosting a webinar with @CDCgov as we raise more awareness during #FungalWeek24.

🗓️18 September, 2024
⏲️ 17:00 -18:15 EAT
Register here https://t.co/wQEMwQ5Nhf

[Linet Atieno @LinAtieno]

@MungaMugo2 @KenyaPower_Care Imerudi wapi... Ngong is still in black out over 12 hours later

[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative @DNDi]

📣 Hope for #PKDL patients: a new treatment has proven to be safer, shorter, and more effective than the current treatment. 🙌

The new treatment:

🔸 reduces hospitalisation by over 50%
🔸 has a 98% cure rate
🔸 is child-friendly

🔗 Find out more: https://t.co/grLVIm2msv