Rukira, Nyeri County| Residents of Rukira village and surrounding areas in Mahiga Ward, Nyeri County, have received a major boost in healthcare access following the official commissioning of the new Rukira Dispensary by Governor Mutahi Kahiga. The modern Level II health facility, strategically located in Rukira village, is projected to serve a catchment population of […]
In a groundbreaking leap forward for healthcare in East Africa, Kenya has unveiled an advanced nuclear therapy that promises to transform the landscape of cancer treatment. This innovative approach, known as theranostics, harnesses the power of targeted radioactive medicine to zero in on malignant cells, offering renewed hope to thousands of patients grappling with life-threatening […]
In a heartfelt plea, patients living with sickle cell disease in Kenya are calling on the government to subsidize the cost of hydroxyurea, a critical medication used to manage the debilitating symptoms of this chronic condition. The appeal highlights the financial strain faced by many patients, particularly those from low-income households, who struggle to afford […]
•The Lobby Cites Alarming Mortality Rates and Systemic Neglect in Healthcare Planning A coalition of advocacy groups, caregivers, and individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) has petitioned the Kisumu County Assembly to declare the condition a public health emergency, citing alarming mortality rates and systemic neglect in healthcare planning. The petition, delivered this week […]
In a major step toward advancing Kenya’s health agenda, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale held high-level consultations with the Council of Governors (CoG) Health Committee to deliberate on key priorities shaping the future of healthcare in the country. The strategic meeting, held in Nairobi, was chaired by Wajir Governor and CoG Health Committee Chair Ahmed […]
For Vincent Chacha and his wife, Irene, the past seven years have been a relentless journey of pain, hope, and uncertainty as they navigate the challenges of raising a son afflicted with sickle cell disease. Their second-born child has spent most of his life in and out of hospitals, grappling with chronic fatigue, excruciating pain, […]
Kiambu County, Kenya| In a landmark move aimed at improving primary healthcare services, the Kiambu County Department of Health, in collaboration with Amref Health Africa and the Ministry of Health, has launched a comprehensive Community Health Worker (CHW) Registry. This initiative seeks to streamline data management, optimize resource allocation, and strengthen community-based healthcare services, ensuring […]
•Patients Relieved as County Launches State-of-the-Art CT Scanner Kilifi County has taken a significant step in improving healthcare services by equipping its Level Four health facilities with modern radiology equipment, a move that promises to enhance diagnostic capabilities and ease the financial burden on patients. The initiative is expected to eliminate the need for residents […]
•Nationwide Initiative Seeks to Raise Awareness, Advocate for Policy Changes, and Enhance Patient Care In a significant step toward improving the lives of colon cancer survivors in Kenya, Stoma World Kenya, a non-governmental organization, has partnered with the Kenya Red Cross Society Kirinyaga Chapter to raise awareness about the disease and offer critical support to […]
•Murang’a County Holds Free Hearing Camp Ahead of World Hearing Day Health experts have issued a strong call to parents, urging them to prioritize early hearing screening for newborns within the first few days of life. The appeal was made by Dr. Richard Mwangi, a leading hearing consultant, during a free medical hearing camp held […]
