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The Kenyatta National Hospital. PHOTO/UON
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KNH lines up 11 patients for beating-heart bypass surgery

The operation, known as coronary artery bypass graft surgery, is performed to improve blood supply to the heart when the coronary arteries are unable to deliver enough blood.

By Maureen Kinyanjui
WHO clears path for new male birth control methods
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WHO clears path for new male birth control methods

The methods aim either to lower sperm production, prevent sperm from moving or fertilising an egg, or stop sperm from being released during ejaculation.

By Maureen Kinyanjui
Shrinking donor funds force Kenya to change HIV care model
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Shrinking donor funds force Kenya to change HIV care model

Dr Andrew Mulwa, head of the National Aids and STI Control Programme (Nascop), said the change would be important as Kenya works to maintain HIV services while relying more on government funding.

By Maureen Kinyanjui
SHA moves to clear Sh10m-plus NHIF claims from September 21
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SHA moves to clear Sh10m-plus NHIF claims from September 21

SHA Chief Executive Officer Mercy Mwangangi, in a notice dated September 18, directed the facilities involved to put together all documents that may be needed during the verification.

By Maureen Kinyanjui