Cabinet Secretary for Health Susan Nakhumicha The Government has underscored the critical need for action on food safety. Speaking during the 54th session of the Codex Committee on Food Hygiene held in Nairobi, Monday, Cabinet Secretary for Health Susan Nakhumicha highlighted the alarming global impact of foodborne diseases, with over half a billion people falling […]
Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha Government has unveiled ambitious plans for the Social Health Authority (SHA) to deliver efficient, affordable, and non-discriminatory healthcare services to all Kenyans, a significant stride towards achieving Universal Health Coverage. Speaking at a Nairobi Hotel during discussions with the joint Committee for Health, Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha emphasized that […]
Renowned cardiologist Dr Betty Gikonyo has challenged corporates and university alumni groups to sponsor needy students in various academic disciplines to enable them realise their dreams. Dr Gikonyo, the Chairperson of The Karen Hospital, said many bright students cannot afford exorbitant fees and other costs charged by universities, leading to failure to develop their talent. […]
The government Wednesday launched KEMSA-Kisumu Regional Distribution Centre, a milestone marked under the KEMSA Transformation Agenda. This decentralization initiative aims to streamline order processing at the National Supply Chain Centre and reduce the Order Turnaround Time by approximately 40 pc. Speaking during the launch of the facility, KEMSA Board Chairperson Irungu Nyakera noted that since […]
Kangema Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) campus in Murang’a County The government has pledged Kshs 65 million towards equipping the Kangema Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) campus in Murang’a County, to meet high standards before admitting new students. Constructed by the NG-CDF at a cost of Ksh100 million and occupying 11 acres of land donated […]
The Ministry of Health has included a group of new medications for preventing the death of women during childbirth in the country’s essential medicines list, the conservatory from which all hospitals in Kenya are legally required to purchase medicines. The signed and updated Kenya Essential Medicines List now has Heat Stable Carbetocin, a medicine used […]
County Government of Kirinyaga has appealed to people who could have taken the illicit brew that has killed about 10 people in Kangai area of Kirinyaga present themselves in hospital for medical check-up. This is after death of more people who had been brought to hospital while in critical condition on Wednesday, three days after […]
Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha at the 14th Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Annual Scientific and Health (KASH) Conference in Nairobi. The government has emphasized the urgent need to address critical healthcare challenges through innovative solutions and collaborative efforts. Speaking during the opening of the 14th Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Annual Scientific and Health […]
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) CEO, Dr. Andrew Mulwa (Right). Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) CEO, Dr. Andrew Mulwa has won the prestigious African Governance Award 2024. In a highly contested event featuring participants from across Africa, KEMSA emerged as the “Most Outstanding Medical Supplies Authority across Africa.” During his acceptance speech at the 2024 […]
Government has partnered with different partners to establish a triage to assess and manage patients of the Embakasi gas explosion incident. The incident which occurred at around 11:30 PM on Thursday in the Mradi area of Embakasi left two dead, more than 300 injured and damaged several vehicles and commercial properties, including small businesses and […]
Cabinet Secretary for Health Susan Nakhumicha has urged healthcare workers and service providers to actively advocate for the benefits of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF). Speaking during a comprehensive sensitization session on the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) (General) Regulations at Afya House, the CS said the purpose of the session was to acquaint […]
Pharmacy and Poisons Board CEO Dr. Fred Siyoi (Left) and Anti-Counterfeit Authority Executive Director Dr. Robi Mbugua The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) and the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) have collaboratively signed a Memorandum of Understanding to combat counterfeit medicines. The MOU, signed Tuesday, aims to strengthen the regulation and enforcement of health products and technology […]
