Kocholia, Kenya| Hundreds of Teso residents turned up at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) in Kocholia on Tuesday to benefit from a free dental outreach program aimed at restoring dignity and improving oral health. The initiative, spearheaded by Brush for Life (BFL) International, a USA-based organization, focused on preventive care and education to mitigate […]
•New Hope for Addicts as Kenya’s Social Health Insurance Fund Expands Coverage In a significant move to combat drug and substance abuse, the government has announced an expansion of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to cover the high costs of rehabilitation for addicts who cannot afford treatment. Speaking at a public health forum, Cabinet […]
In a rare moment of reflection, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has publicly admitted that his years-long association with the late Jeffrey Epstein was a grave error in judgment. Speaking candidly about the controversial relationship, Gates acknowledged that his interactions with Epstein, who was a convicted sex offender, were both unwise and misguided. “In retrospect, I […]
Isiolo, Kenya| Isiolo County Teaching and Referral Hospital (ICTRH) found itself at the center of controversy on Saturday after Senator Fatuma Dullo made an unannounced visit to the facility. Accompanied by a group of bloggers, photographers, and a large entourage of supporters, the senator’s visit has sparked heated debate, with health officials refuting claims of […]
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•Public Health Principal Secretary Advocates for Vaccination and Early Detection During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Nairobi, Kenya| Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary (PS) Mary Muthoni has called on Kenyans to prioritize regular cervical cancer screening and vaccination to facilitate early detection and prevention. Speaking as January marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, PS Muthoni […]
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has assured Kenyans that the Marburg virus, recently reported in neighbouring Tanzania, has not been detected in Kenya. This assurance comes amid heightened public concern following reports of an outbreak of the deadly virus across the border. Speaking at Cottolengo Home for the Aged in Murang’a County, Principal Secretary for […]
Today, a delegation from the Department of Health, led by County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Services Lucy Kaburu, Chief Officer for Public Health Bisharo Hassan, and Zeinab Adan, a surveyor from the Department of Lands, held a significant meeting with Gambela residents and local institutions, including Gambela Primary School. The objective of the […]
•The government of Kenya is set to enroll poor households under SHA Medical Cover. •The plan has been touted as a lifeline for vulnerable families who cannot afford healthcare in its current state. Nairobi🇰🇪|In a significant move to enhance healthcare access for vulnerable populations, the government has announced a comprehensive plan to enroll poor households […]
A suspected outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in northwest Tanzania has resulted in the deaths of eight people and infected nine, according to a statement from the World Health Organization (WHO). This development comes just weeks after an outbreak in neighboring Rwanda was declared over. Details of the Suspected Outbreak The outbreak has been […]
