Making every contact count; My eye opening experience at the C-IT DU-IT learning event
This past week was truly impactful for me, thanks to the C-it DU-it 2nd Learning event organized by LVCT Health in Homa bay.It was my first time learning about LVCT Health and the incredible work the organization is doing to strengthen community health systems. Their impact in Homa bay is nothing short of inspiring, and […]
Breaking The Silence on Unskilled Deliveries: Understanding Mother’s Voices in Homabay County
“It was raining so hard, and I had no way to reach the hospital,” recalls Atieno*. Naomi’s* story echoes hers: “It was late at night, and I couldn’t find a motorbike. The roads were flooded, and no one was around to help.”These are not singular occurrences. They represent the prevailing reality for many women in […]
Behind the Research: Dr. Gerald Ong’ayo – Building Health Systems That Work
When I first approached Gerald with a request to tell us about him and his PhD journey, he responded with warmth, curiosity, and an openness that stayed with me. Despite a full schedule and mounting deadlines, he agreed to take part in this new series profiling PhD students. A few weeks later, he returned a […]
Behind the Research: Rosemary Musuva – Every Antenatal Visit Counts!
Discover the inspiring journey of Rosemary Musuva, a Senior Research Officer at LVCT Health and PhD candidate, in her recent blog post, “Behind the Research: Every Antenatal Visit Counts!” Rosemary shares her personal and professional insights into improving maternal health in Kenya, exploring the shift to eight WHO-recommended antenatal care visits. Learn about her innovative research, […]