Patrick Vidija

Patrick Vidija writes for the Standard Health

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CoG wants doctors CBA reviewed, blames political incitement for strike

By Patrick Vidija 2024-04-06 20:30:00

Jacaranda Health banks on AI-driven initiatives to support maternal healthcare

Jacaranda Health said the AI technology will improve maternal and newborn health outcomes and push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-04-17 17:30:37

Cleft charity firms to establish 40 solar pediatric theatres by next year

Cleft charity firm Smile Train in partnership with Kids Operating Room (KidsOR) is seeking to establish over 40 solar-powered pediatric theaters by next year.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-04-22 14:46:27

Cleft charity firms to establish 40 solar pediatric theatres by next year

Cleft charity firm Smile Train in partnership with Kids Operating Room (KidsOR) is seeking to establish over 40 solar-powered pediatric theaters by next year.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-04-22 14:46:27

American research firm banks on Nairobi office for regional growth

Through the office, AIR seeks partnerships in line with the region’s desire to improve education, health, workforce, and economic opportunities as a way to strengthen communities and improve lives.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-05-04 16:59:43

American research firm banks on Nairobi office for regional growth

Kakamega hosts workshop on prevention, management of zoonotic diseases

The workshop aims at enhancing coordination and implementation of the One Health approach at the county level to improve the prevention and management of zoonotic diseases.

By Patrick Vidija and Olivia Odhiambo 2024-05-07 13:48:28

Kakamega hosts workshop on prevention, management of zoonotic diseases

Ruto meets KMPDU officials, promises lasting solutions to end industrial strikes

The meeting aimed at de-escalating tensions that have persisted between the union and the government through the Health Ministry.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-05-11 20:50:00

Ruto meets KMPDU officials, promises lasting solutions to end industrial strikes

Include palate examination in newborn healthcare guidelines, government told

Over 10,958 Kenyans have benefited from Smile Train-supported cleft surgeries in the last 25 years with a Sh31.164 billion impact on the economy.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-05-25 11:04:34

Include palate examination in newborn healthcare guidelines, government told

A knock on the door saved my life: Woman narrates her fears after HIV diagnosis

As Kenya joins the rest of the world in observing World Mental Health Awareness Month, Janet says she is grateful that she never ended up as a statistic of people tussling with depression.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-05-27 20:40:00

A knock on the door saved my life: Woman narrates her fears after HIV diagnosis

Women urged to apply for plastic surgery scholarships

Smile Train Education and Training Manager- Africa Patrick Mwai said out of 16 scholars currently being supported by Smile Train in the program, only 3 are women.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-09-01 12:53:33

Women urged to apply for plastic surgery scholarships

Jacaranda to roll out AI-driven initiatives to improve healthcare systems

Jacaranda Health is set to roll out Artificial intelligence (AI-driven) initiatives to support women through their pregnancy journeys.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-09-25 11:12:00

Jacaranda to roll out AI-driven initiatives to improve healthcare systems

79 patients benefit from free cleft surgery in celebration of World Smile Day

The surgeries were conducted by Smile Train in collaboration with the Kenya Society of Plastic and Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons at St Francis Community Hospital.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-10-05 16:57:31

79 patients benefit from free cleft surgery in celebration of World Smile Day

Social enterprise banks on affordable eyeglasses in war against blurry vision

The project primarily aims at low-income communities, where access to affordable eye care is limited and the stigma surrounding eyeglasses remains a barrier.

By Patrick Vidija 2024-10-08 17:44:00