October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we celebrate survivors and their caregivers while highlighting why 'Early detection saves lives!'

Dr.Eva Allela's story as a Breast Cancer Thriver is one of hope and a great example of early diagnosis and treatment lead to good outcomes. She gets to take us on her inspiring journey from diagnosis to recovery.

Key focus areas we break down:

🎀 The importance of early breast cancer screening

🎀 Recognizing early warning signs (importance of self-examination and regular screening)

🎀 The emotional and physical journey of treatment

🎀 How community, awareness and timely care can change everything

Don’t wait for symptoms. Book your screening. Whether you’re here to learn, support or heal, this episode is your reminder that early action can save lives.

Support Resources:

1. Kenya Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO): https://kenconetwork.org/

2. IG & Facebook: @Whispers of hope

3. A Fresh Chapter: https://afreshchapter.com/2025/02/28/finding-light-in-the-darkness/

4. Tigerlily Foundation: https://tigerlilyfoundation.org/

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How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

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Interact with our guest on:

Instagram: @eva_allela

Facebook: @Yasmin Allela

Production by : @artlight_studios

#BreastCancerAwareness #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #ADoseOfHealth #WomenHealth #HealthEducation #BreastCancerSurvivor #Mammogram #WellnessPodcast #KenyaHealth

We’re all about making travel fun and safe because no one wants their dream trip ruined by feeling unwell. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Mokeira and Dr. Diana Justus, both medical doctors who double up as travel creators to share their best health and wellness tips for travellers. Dr. Mokeira and Dr. Diana also share real-life lessons from traveling the world, what they’ve learned as both doctors and adventurers and why being health-conscious on the move doesn’t mean missing out on fun.

Here’s what we unpack together:

Before You Travel

1. How to prep for your trip beyond just packing outfits: think vaccines, travel insurance, and medication essentials.

2. Why a quick pre-travel health check can save you from unexpected illnesses abroad.

3. Must-have items for your travel health kit (and how to customize it for your destination).

While You’re Away

1. Tips for keeping your immunity strong: from hydration and mindful eating to protecting yourself from infections.

2. How to manage jet lag and stay energized through long travel days.

3. The truth about “holiday stomachs” and how to protect your gut while exploring local cuisines.

After your travel

1. Taking care of your mental wellness

2. Recovering from the trip

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How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

1. Dr. Diana Instagram: @_thewanderingdoctor

: @thewanderingdoctor_travels

: @dr.diana_aestheticske

: @skinteapodcast

2. Dr. Mokeira Gisairo

Instagram: @dr_mokeira

: @living.borderless

Production by : @artlight_studios

#TravelHealth #WellnessOnTheGo #ADoseOfHealth #TravelTips #HealthyTravel

For many parents-to-be, a birth plan offers comfort and a sense of control. But sometimes things don’t unfold the way we imagined and that can be overwhelming. In this episode, joined by Dr.Dee Ng’endo and Dr.Olivia Gathoni, we talk about what happens when the birth plan doesn’t go as planned, and how to navigate the emotions, decisions and recovery that follow.

Whether it’s an unplanned C-section, unexpected complications, or simply a shift in expectations, we share practical insights and supportive strategies to help you process the experience and systems to cope move forward.

Remember: a change in plans doesn’t make you any less strong it makes your story uniquely yours.

Tune in as we unpack the reality behind the motherhood journey, beyond the picture-perfect moments.

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How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

Instagram: @dr_dee_mburu

Instagram: @the.medic.mama

Production by : @artlight_studios

#motherhoodjourney #pregnancy #postpartumjourney #maternalmentalhealth #birth #realmotherhood #motherhood #whofides #safemotherhood

The postpartum journey is one for the books for most womem. From physical recovery, to post labour healing, adjusting to and embracing a whole new chapter of life. In this episode, joined by Dr. Caroline Vundi (Consultant Psychiatrist) and Dr. Maureen Owiti (Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist), we explore what postpartum recovery really looks like, from the changes in your body and emotions to redefining routines and finding balance in your new normal.

Whether you’re a new mom, a partner or someone supporting loved ones through this stage, this conversation will help you understand the realities of postpartum recovery and how to navigate the journey with compassion and care.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The physical and emotional aspects of postpartum recovery

• Practical tips for adapting to life after birth

• How to prioritize your mental health and self-care

• Ways partners, friends and family can offer support

This is your reminder: postpartum is not about “bouncing back, it’s about moving forward, one step at a time and leaning into the new you.

Tune in as we unpack the reality behind the motherhood journey, beyond the picture-perfect moments.

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Episode resources

1. https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/ (NHS)

2. https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/mental-illnesses-and-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression (ROYAL COLLEGE OF PSYCHIATRISTS)

How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

1. Dr. Caroline Vundi

Instagram: @dr_vundiwomenpsychiatrist(IG&Tiktok) Instagram: @selfworkcommunity@drvundi (IG)

YouTube: @Theselfworkpodcast

2. Dr. Maureen Owiti

Gynacare - Fertility Point at Fortis Suites Nairobi (https://share.google/G27OT3QLk4HJ9uTYT)

Production by : @artlight_studios

#motherhoodjourney #pregnancy #postpartumjourney #maternalmentalhealth #birth #realmotherhood #motherhood #whofides #safemotherhood

Motherhood is often seen as beginning when the baby arrives, but in reality, the journey starts much earlier. For many, the journey is not always straightforward. From the challenges of trying to conceive, to the ups and downs of pregnancy, to the intensity of labour and delivery, not forgetting the reality of adjusting to life with a newborn, it’s a road that is as challenging as it is beautiful.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lynn (@mindfencedmd) to explore the real and raw journey to motherhood. We talk about the mental, emotional, physical and even financial toll this path can take and why it’s important to spotlight the comprehensive journey.

Tune in for a mix of honesty, evidence and practical tips you can trust as we unpack the reality behind the motherhood journey, beyond the picture-perfect moments.

🛎️ Follow, share and leave us a review, your Dose of Health just got realer.

How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

Instagram: @mindfencedmd

Production by : @artlight_studios

#motherhoodjourney #pregnancy #postpartumjourney #maternalmentalhealth #birth #realmotherhood #motherhood #whofides #safemotherhood

Motherhood is often seen as beginning when the baby arrives, but in reality, the journey starts much earlier. For many, the journey is not always straightforward. From the challenges of trying to conceive, to the ups and downs of pregnancy, to the intensity of labour and delivery, not forgetting the reality of adjusting to life with a newborn, it’s a road that is as challenging as it is beautiful.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lynn (@mindfencedmd) to explore the real and raw journey to motherhood. We talk about the mental, emotional, physical and even financial toll this path can take and why it’s important to spotlight the comprehensive journey.

Tune in for a mix of honesty, evidence and practical tips you can trust as we unpack the reality behind the motherhood journey, beyond the picture-perfect moments.

🛎️ Follow, share and leave us a review, your Dose of Health just got realer.

How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

Instagram: @mindfencedmd

Production by : @artlight_studios

#motherhoodjourney #pregnancy #postpartumjourney #maternalmentalhealth #birth #realmotherhood #motherhood #whofides #safemotherhood

Endometriosis! A condition that affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age globally, yet it still takes an average of 7–10 years to get a proper diagnosis. That’s a whole decade of pain, confusion, and being told “it’s just bad periods.”

In this episode of A Dose of Health, we cut through the noise with real stories and expert insights on what it’s really like to live with endometriosis, how to recognise the signs and why better treatment options are still out of reach for so many.

Here’s the real kicker: despite affecting millions worldwide, funding for women’s health research (endometriosis included) remains disproportionately low compared to conditions that affect men. The result of that is slower innovation, fewer answers and far too many women left to suffer in silence.

It’s time to change that. Advocacy is important, but it can’t stop there, we need the same level of investment in research and innovation as we give to raising awareness. Because women deserve more than conversations, they deserve solutions just as much as men do.

🎧 Listen in for a mix of honesty, evidence and practical tips you can trust.

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How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

Instagram: @wanjiku_kaniaru

Instagram: @ohmymind_podcastke

Tiktok: @ohmymind_podcastke

Youtube: ⁨@vanessakaniaru⁩

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Instagram: @dr.kristina_sule

Instagram:@alloramedicalpractice

Instagram:@ukoopostpartumretreat

Youtube: ⁨@yourfreeconsult753⁩

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Production by : @artlight_studios

#ADoseOfHealth #YouthHealth #CredibleHealthInfo #KenyaPodcast #HealthEducation #PolicyChange #ReproductiveHealth #HealthyConversations #SRHR #Podcast #whofides

Sex education has shifted massively from shy biology teachers and old-school textbooks to instant answers from the internet and TikTok. But here’s the thing, more information doesn’t always mean better information.

In this episode of A Dose of Health, joined by Valeriethestoryteller_ to dive into:

✅ The big differences in how different generations learned about sex

✅ Why credible sources matter in 2025

✅ The risks of social media trends and online misinformation

✅ How we can push for policies and services that actually reflect how young people learn today

Trusted sources we recommend for more information:

🔹 NHS – (https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sexual-health/)

🔹 Mayo Clinic – (https://www.mayoclinic.org/search/search-results?q=sexual%20health)

🔹 Cleveland Clinic – (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9138-sexually-transmitted-diseases--infections-stds--stis)

🔹 World Health Organization – (https://www.who.int/health-topics/sexual-health#tab=tab_1)

If you’ve ever wondered whether what you read online about sexual health is fact or fluff this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen in for a mix of honesty, evidence and practical tips you can trust.

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How To Reach Us:

Email: sifahope93@gmail.com

Instagram: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Tiktok: @adoseofhealththepodcast

Interact with our guests on:

Instagram: valthestoryteller

Tiktok: valthestoryteller

Youtube: Rising together

Production by : @artlight_studios

#ADoseOfHealth #SexEducation #YouthHealth #CredibleHealthInfo #KenyaPodcast #HealthEducation #PolicyChange #Misinformation #ReproductiveHealth #TeenHealth #HealthyConversations #SRHR #Podcast #whofides