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The Ministry of Health also expressed concern over substance use among the young working population aged between 25 and 35, noting that around 1.5 million Kenyans in this age bracket are affected.

The fund aims to save the lives of 300,000 mothers and newborns and enhance the quality of care for 34 million mothers and babies by the year 2030.

Acute rhinosinusitis is responsible for a large portion of adult antibiotic prescriptions, making it a leading cause of antibiotic use.

The Social Health Authority was rolled out with the ambitious goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage, a cornerstone of Kenya’s health reform agenda.

Substance use significantly weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to TB infection or relapse. Moreover, alcohol interferes with TB medication, reducing its effectiveness and increasing the risk of liver damage. Smoking further harms the lungs, worsening TB symptoms and recovery outcomes.

The reality of young people seeking better opportunities is a challenge many countries are facing, with individuals of different nationalities coming in and out. Some transition legally, while others attempt to enter without proper documentation, often due to a lack of funds.

The policy would also ensure that top officials no longer enjoy medical privileges at the taxpayer’s expense, a move that could save the government millions annually.

The committee’s review highlighted the need for strict adherence to the hospital’s policies and procedures, ensuring that such irregularities do not undermine the hospital’s credibility or governance.

Classic symptoms include tremors at rest, slowness of movement, rigidity, and postural instability. Neurologists use a careful combination of these signs, alongside patient history, to confirm the diagnosis.

KNH has established both verbal and non-verbal communication channels, including social media platforms, to encourage patients and their families to provide feedback.

The Beginnings Fund was launched on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi, the home of another key backer - the United Arab Emirates' recently established Mohamed Bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity.

The training is part of a collaborative initiative between the County Department of Health Services and Kenyatta University to modernise maternal healthcare using technology that enables early detection of pregnancy complications.

The Cabinet approved the construction of two new Level VI teaching and referral hospitals in Bungoma and Kericho counties.

KMPDU has insisted that interns be paid Sh206,000 as provided in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), while the government had proposed a reduced figure of Sh70,000.

According to UHC workers, they have endured years of unfulfilled promises since their recruitment in May 2020, particularly regarding their absorption into the Permanent and Pensionable scheme.

Upon completion of the audit, the KMPDC will release a comprehensive report to address any concerns regarding the licensing of foreign medical practitioners and to reinforce public confidence in the healthcare system.

Health workers across Nairobi continue to urge parents not to delay childhood immunisations, emphasising that routine vaccines are now available in public and private facilities.

An estimated four million girls are still at risk each year, underlining the urgent need for global action to end this harmful tradition once and for all.

Patients continue to experience long delays, and healthcare workers are burdened with inefficient manual systems.

Six counties, Busia, Kakamega, Kisumu, Migori, Siaya, and Vihiga, remain the highest burdened, recording an alarming 748 cases per 1,000 population.

Dr Atellah pointed out that over 1,655 foreign medical practitioners are currently working in Kenya, primarily in private hospitals.

The WHO emphasises the importance of providing the polio vaccine to all children under five years old, starting at birth. The vaccine is typically administered in two forms: the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) and the Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV).

At the time of NHIF's closure in October 2024, hospitals had raised claims totalling Sh33 billion, accumulated between July 2022 and September 2024.

Concerningly, many patients endure symptoms for up to six years before receiving a diagnosis, primarily due to poor cancer awareness and limited access to healthcare services.

Nduta is now on a mission to raise awareness about Parkinson’s in her community.

The World Health Organisation estimates that approximately 2.2 billion cases have been prevented between 2000 and 2023.

Coupled with family pressures and the high cost of follow-ups, many patients drop out of treatment or fail to adhere to therapy.

Despite the success of vaccines in saving over 150 million lives over the last five decades, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus warned that funding cuts are jeopardising global health progress.

The committee’s formation comes amid growing calls for accountability in the health sector following disturbing claims of ethical violations and irregular transplant procedures.

This year’s theme, “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite,” speaks directly to the need for renewed energy and commitment from all sectors.

These issues involved claims of illegal licensing and the withdrawal of some scopes of practice.

In a statement, the LSK outlined a series of urgent initiatives it believes must be undertaken to prevent further human rights violations and restore accountability in Kenya’s medical system.

Muthama emphasised that the deployment of the five officers would help address the ongoing shortage of healthcare workers in the county.

In a statement released on Thursday, the Chief Executive Officer, Fred Siyoi, revealed the detection of several compromised batches of injectable Paracetamol, falsified Augmentin drugs, and a product mix-up involving Esomeprazole.

According to the notice, the team’s core mandate is to advise both the Health Cabinet Secretary and SHA on the development and review of benefit packages and tariffs under the Social Health Insurance scheme, a key part of Kenya’s ongoing healthcare reforms.

Duale reassured the COC of the ministry’s continued support in advancing health reforms, particularly in the implementation of the Taifa Care Model, a major initiative aimed at improving the healthcare system.

Duale said some counties had been using the funds for other purposes, like paying staff, which left many health facilities without basic medicines and other essential supplies.

Duale said the Council plays a crucial role in ensuring that all Kenyans can access safe and quality healthcare regardless of their age or financial status.

While handwashing, proper sanitation, and breastfeeding can help reduce the risk of infection, experts agree that vaccination offers the most effective protection.

The donors are willing to confirm they were not paid, and the hospital is ready to release its patient files to address any concerns.

Outbreaks typically escalate in overcrowded areas with broken sewer systems and limited access to clean water, creating the perfect environment for cholera bacteria to thrive.

In Kenya, many pregnant women, especially in rural and low-income areas, miss out on essential prenatal care like ultrasounds due to cost and accessibility barriers.

From hormonal changes to the physical demands of breastfeeding, mothers may experience an increased risk of dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and enamel erosion.

Haemophilia is a disorder where blood does not clot properly, leading to prolonged bleeding after injuries or surgeries.

WHO says that only by using clear, fair, and well-tested ways of assessing mental health can countries avoid two common mistakes: either underestimating the problem and leaving young people without help, or overestimating it and stretching health systems too thin.

This number is in sharp contrast to the formal sector, where 4.9 million individuals are actively making contributions.

Etot's plea to the government is to include outpatient services for haemophilia in the Social Health Authority (SHA) package.

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that it is investigating Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret over allegations of organ trafficking involving foreign kidney donors, following a complaint from the Transplantation Society.

The outbreak, detected in February on a farm in the Bong county, killed 18 birds out of a flock of 26,000, the Paris-based WOAH said, quoting information from Liberian authorities.

Duale directed the immediate suspension of Dr. Maurice Wakwabubi, acting KBTTS boss and Dr. Everlyne Chege, the technical lead who chaired the probe team. He cited that this would eliminate potential conflicts of interest during the ongoing investigations.

The five-day campaign was launched following the detection of new polio cases along the Kenya–Ethiopia border.