From Struggle to Smiles

By: Fenny Achieng Otieno Jacinta watched over her son, Lawrence, a peaceful rhythm rising and falling in his tiny chest with each breath. He lay in the sterile hospital bed, a stark contrast to the life-changing surgery he’d undergone just yesterday. The free camp organized by Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) had
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A Second Smile: Thanks to the Free Surgical Campaign

By: Sherine Atieno Caroline Atieno’s heart overflows with gratitude. A wide smile, a silent “thank you,” speaks volumes about her journey. Her three-month-old daughter, Angela, recently underwent a successful cleft lip surgery at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) thanks to a collaborative effort between the Kenya Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic
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Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital Earns Level 6 Compliance Rating.

By Lorraine Anyango.                                                                                                                   The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has been found compliant with the norms and standards for a level 6 hospital in Kenya. This positive evaluation comes from a recent inspection by the Kenya Health Professional Oversight Authority. (KHPOA) Inspection Results and Upgrade Recommendation KHPOA scored JOOTRH at 85%, recognizing
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Kisumu Welcomes New Midwives Branch with Focus on Green Practices.

The Midwives Association of Kenya (MAK) celebrated the culmination of Midwives Week in Kisumu with the official launch of their Kisumu branch. The event, held at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH), highlighted the association’s commitment to both quality midwifery care and environmental sustainability. Planting Seeds for a Healthier Future Kisumu midwives
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Restore Smiles , Change Lives.

The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is hosting a FREE Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery Medical Camp from May 26th to May 31st, 2024. Does your child or someone you know have a cleft lip or palate? Cleft surgery can dramatically improve a child’s ability to eat, speak, and breathe. This free
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JOOTRH Prime Care Center Opens its Doors, Offering Specialized Care at Affordable Rates.

by Lorraine Anyango and Sherine Atieno. The JOOTRH Prime Care Center (PCC) is open as today May 6th, 2024, providing residents of Kisumu County and surrounding regions with access to specialized healthcare services in a private setting at subsidized costs. This timely beginning caters to the needs of those who will soon lose their comprehensive
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Kisumu County to Join Groundbreaking Study on Causes of Death in Adults Living with HIV

by Lorraine Anyango Kisumu County is set to participate in a groundbreaking new study led by Emory’s Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) program. This research aims to identify the specific causes of death among adults living with HIV in the region. The study comes amidst a growing population of older adults living with
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Kisumu County Champions Inclusion with Program for Children with Disabilities.

By Lorraine Anyango. Kisumu County is taking a significant step towards ensuring the well-being of children with disabilities in times of crisis. The county is implementing a two-year program, the Humanitarian Inclusivity Program (HIP), funded by the Innovation Norway and implemented by UNICEF. This initiative aims to bridge the gap in data, systems, and support
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Baby Miracle Beats the Odds in Rare Abdominal Pregnancy at JOOTRH!

By Lorraine Anyango Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) celebrates another medical marvel! A recent delivery wasn’t your typical case. This miracle involved a rare condition called an abdominal pregnancy. What is an abdominal pregnancy? It’s when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, often in the abdomen. This is very serious, happening
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