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Health & Wellbeing

Vaping, Smoking, Weed and Other Substance Use: What Young People Should Know

Nicotine and cannabis affect a developing brain. Here is what to know — and how to handle the pressure when it comes.

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Youth Voices

Living Fully: Kevin’s Journey with HIV

At 14, Kevin learned he was born with HIV. At 17, he is thriving — and helping other young people dream big.

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Adolescent Health

Debunking Common Myths About the HPV Vaccine in Kenya

Infertility? Only for sexually active people? We separate fact from fiction on one of Kenya’s most important vaccines.

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Adolescent Health

What Every Teen and Parent in Kenya Needs to Know About the HPV Vaccine

What HPV is, why the vaccine matters, what the data says and whether it is safe — explained simply.

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Adolescent Health

Why Immunisation Still Matters, Especially for Adolescents

Vaccines are not just for babies. Boosters, catch-up doses and the HPV vaccine all matter in your teenage years.

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Relationships

We’re Not Fighting, Right? A Simple Guide to Friendship Conflict

Replies get shorter, someone goes quiet… Six common friendship conflicts and what actually helps.

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Programme News

The Groove n Grow Fiesta with CFK Africa

Eighteen CFK Africa scholars joined our two-day life-skills and health training for 17–19 year olds. Here is what happened.

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Body & Puberty

Myths About Menstruation

Periods are normal, healthy and nothing to be ashamed of. Here are the facts behind common myths.

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Chronic Conditions

Sickle Cell Anaemia: Coping and Support

Treatment, self-care and practical ways to cope — a guide for teens living with sickle cell anaemia.

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