Written by Yvonne Misando Toys bring joy, creativity, and fun into childhood. They help children learn, explore, and grow. But did you know that some colorful, pretty toys could be harmful to your health? It’s true! While most toys are safe, some can pose serious risks that you and your parents may not even notice. […]
Written by Jermaine Magethe Neurodiversity Celebration Week (March 17-23, 2025) is a week to recognize and celebrate the diversity of how people think, learn, and experience the world. This global movement, which commenced in 2018 when Siena Castellon established it, it aims to fight against stereotypes and to highlight the strengths of neurodivergent individuals. […]
Written by Yvonne Misando Over the last 20 years, more and more kids have been getting long-term illnesses that affect their daily lives and need regular medical care. In the United States, nearly one out of three kids aged 5 to 17 now has a chronic illness like ADHD, autism, or asthma. That’s a […]
Written by Alice Njoki Millions of children worldwide face a dire threat as UNICEF warns of severe consequences due to donor funding cuts. Kenya, a key beneficiary of vaccination programs through UNICEF, GAVI, and the Ministry of Health, risks setbacks in immunization efforts that protect against deadly diseases like measles, polio, and tuberculosis. This […]
Written by Alice Njoki. Over 590,000 children in Gaza will receive polio vaccinations starting February 22, 2025. This campaign is crucial as many children have missed routine immunizations due to ongoing conflict and restrictions on medical supplies. The polio virus has reappeared in Gaza for the first time in 25 years, with a 10-month-old […]
Written by Alice Njoki As a teenager, I see it everywhere. In school bathrooms, at parties, even in bedrooms late at night, clearly vaping is becoming the norm. It’s almost impossible to find a group of teens where at least one person doesn’t have a sleek, colorful vape tucked in their pocket. And what’s worse? […]
Written by Alice Njoki. Can you tell if your friend is struggling with mental health issues? Maybe if she or he starts behaving weird like being quiet than usual, or their mood swings change instantly, this indicates that they might be going through something and when you notice such changes which includes mood swings, poor […]
Written by Alice Njoki Childhood cancer is becoming a bigger concern in Kenya, affecting thousands of children and their families every year. While the number of cases of childhood cancer worldwide is rising, Kenya faces unique challenges in dealing with this disease due to limited resources and lack of awareness. In Kenya, approximately 3,000 new […]
As World Food Day is marked today, the focus on food security and nutrition is more pressing than ever. In Kenya, where childhood obesity and diet-related diseases are on the rise, the need for clear and easy-to-understand food labeling cannot be overstated. Yet, many everyday products like cakes, sweets, bread, and juices lack front-of-pack warning […]
By Shilla Lwangu Kenya has committed to building partnerships and creating a special fund to help improve maternal and child health. President William Ruto made the announcement during a meeting in New York on September 24, 2024, at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Ruto emphasized that urgent action is needed to save millions […]