The History of the toothbrush and toothpaste Oral hygiene — brushing, flossing, cleaning teeth — has existed for centuries. The first toothbrushes emerged in the late 1400’s and early 1500’s. Toothpaste was introduced only in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Despite this long history, in many parts of the world today, proper oral careContinue reading “Inside the Community-Facing Oral Care Model Changing Families”
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All I want for Christmas is a dentist – Why Our Dental Medical Fair in Kambirwa Matters
For years, our work in Kambirwa, Murang’a County, has offered a front-row seat into one of the most overlooked health needs in rural Kenya: oral health. The reality is simple but painful—many of our children and families live with toothaches, infections, and preventable dental disease because care is simply out of reach. This December, through EquiHealth Global,Continue reading “All I want for Christmas is a dentist – Why Our Dental Medical Fair in Kambirwa Matters”
3 in 10 Children in Africa Are Starving—Here’s How You Can Help Save Lives Today
Malnutrition remains a critical issue in Sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to approximately 45% of all child deaths in the region. This crisis not only threatens the survival of millions but also hampers socio-economic development across the continent At EquiHealth Global, we are committed to addressing this challenge. We do this through NutriCare, a comprehensive nutrition intervention program. It is designed toContinue reading “3 in 10 Children in Africa Are Starving—Here’s How You Can Help Save Lives Today”