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Kenya: Parliament Petitioned to Recognise Low Libido, Female Sexual Desire Disorder As Disabilities

Kenya: Parliament Petitioned to Recognise Low Libido, Female Sexual Desire Disorder As Disabilities

By GhanaSummary NewsroomPan-Africa

The petition, submitted to the Senate on Wednesday, argues that sexual dysfunction should be treated as a public health concern rather than a private matter, saying its effects extend to mental health, family stability and reproductive wellbeing.

Nairobi — Parliament has received a petition seeking to have male low libido and female Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) recognised as disabilities.

In addition, it urges the Ministry of Health to develop national clinical guidelines and public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing stigma surrounding sexual health, while recommending that parliamentary committees investigate the broader impact of sexual dysfunction on family stability, productivity and marriage.

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