One Health Lens Podcast

As Kenya rolls out Universal Health Coverage, Host, Dr. Diana Wangari and guest Dr. Dennis Okaka review some of the questions raised during public participation.

On this episode Dr Diana and Dr Simon invite Dr James Nyikal, a pedetrician by training and currently a member of parliament representing Seme constituency in Kisumu county, to talk about politics and the road to Universal Health Coverage and specifically the solutions needed to curb the never ending political block.

A story that begins in 1964 with Prof Miriam landing in the USA with no suitcase to her later becoming the 2022 peace nominee and winning Japan's Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize for her contribution in community health.

In this episode of our podcast, hosted by Dr. Wangari Gitau and Dr. Simon Kigondu, we delve into the pressing concerns surrounding the rollout of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Kenya. Joining us as a guest is Dr. Elizabeth Gitau, an esteemed voice in the medical community with valuable insights into the subject matter. The conversation centers around the apprehensions and anxieties that Kenyan...

In rural part of Kenya, women have limited access to contraceptives. While some have eight children or more, most women would want to have better control and plan their family. In areas where there's family planning is still taboo, women can only come in secret to seek these services and even then, once in a long while. This is where KEMSA innovation comes in and which might be scaled to other pro...

In this episode, we delve into the intricate landscape of universal health coverage (UHC), dissecting its fundamental concepts, challenges, and global significance. Our discussion unfolds as we navigate through the historical evolution of UHC, tracing its roots and examining the diverse approaches adopted across different regions. We shed light on the core principles underpinning UHC, exploring it...