Publications by authors named "J Mutai"
Objectives: The increasing burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in Kenya threatens its healthcare system. There is a need for innovative models that improve equitable access to CVD prevention services. Community markets are social establishments with untapped potential to promote public health.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Soil-borne pathogens cause considerable crop losses and food insecurity in smallholder systems of sub-Saharan Africa. Soil and crop testing is critical for estimating pathogen inoculum levels and potential for disease development, understanding pathogen interactions with soil nutrient and water limitations, as well as for developing informed soil health and disease management decisions. However, formal laboratory analyses and diagnostic services for pathogens are often out of reach for smallholder farmers due to the high cost of testing and a lack of local laboratories.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors among adults in Vihiga County, Western Kenya.
Methods: A cross-sectional population-based study was completed. Participants ( = 575) were selected at the household level using a systematic random sample, and sociodemographic, anthropometrical, clinical, and biochemical data were collected.
Article Synopsis
- - The study explores men's unique barriers to accessing healthcare services under Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Kenya, highlighting socio-cultural and economic factors that influence their healthcare-seeking behaviors.
- - Through 30 focus group discussions with 296 men across 12 counties, three main themes emerged regarding men's perspectives: experiences with healthcare access, the impact of socio-cultural beliefs, and their desires for healthcare systems.
- - Findings indicate that issues such as masculinity norms, financial constraints, lack of male-friendly services, and limited health literacy create a disconnect between men's needs and the current healthcare system, complicating their ability to receive necessary care.
Background: Palliative care is a fundamental component of providing people-centred health services to cancer patients. However, the primary pillars of indigenous palliative care such as provider understanding of cancer, its aetiology, and features are undocumented.
Objective: We sought to understand Traditional Health Providers (THPs) understanding of cancer aetiology, and the functional features that support indigenous palliative cancer care service provision in Kenya.