Let’s talk about a health condition that has been behind the veil for way too long: Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS). This condition has been tangled in a web of myths, superstition and misinformation, especially in areas with a high prevalence of urinary schistosomiasis (also called urinary bilharzia). What is FGS? FGS is a long-term complication […]

Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) is a silent adversary – a hidden Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) that debilitates women and girls in endemic regions. FGS hides in plain sight as it is misunderstood, misdiagnosed and shrouded in stigma. Yet, there is an opportunity for transformation. Community health literacy campaigns are at the heart of this transformation. […]

At 43 years old, a Clinical Officer at Homa Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital, became more than a service provider, she became a patient searching for answers. She had endured lower abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge and spotting. Despite numerous hospital visits, including the renowned Kenyatta National Hospital, she found no respite. She got […]

Aisha*, a 34-year-old woman from Kwale County, whose resilience and determination turned a painful struggle into a story of hope and healing. Aisha’s journey with Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) is one of struggle, hope and the transformative power of the right diagnosis and treatment. The Beginning of the Struggle In 2022, Aisha’s life took a […]