Dialysis Stories

Sh10 billion NHIF debt leaves dialysis patients at risk as SHA struggles to resolve
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 03, 2024

The Kenya Renal Association has submitted several recommendations to SHA to address the critical gaps in kidney health services.

Patients at risk as Malindi dialysis machines break down
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 15, 2024

Out of the eight dialysis machines available, only one remains functional, forcing hospital staff to drastically reduce the duration and frequency of...

How severe floods have affected Eastern Africa with millions impacted by the devastation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2024

In Kenya, the National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC) reports a grim tally of 315 lives lost since March, with over 306,000 people grappling with t...

UN says 1.6 million Eastern Africans so far affected by heavy rains, floods
Hanifa Adan  |  May 22, 2024

UN-OCHA says the region had seen 473 fatalities and nearly 410,350 people displaced as of May 17.

Renal association advocates for updated dialysis reimbursement to reflect true costs
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2024

They say increase in cost of consumables, coupled with the depreciation of Kenya shilling, had placed a substantial financial strain on healthcare.

Tropical storm IALY: Met warns of strong winds over Kenya, Somalia and Tanzania
Hanifa Adan  |  May 21, 2024

The storm is expected to significantly influence weather patterns in various parts of Kenya, bringing enhanced rainfall, large ocean waves, and strong...

Kenya on alert as tropical storm IALY approaches southwest Indian Ocean
Hanifa Adan  |  May 20, 2024

Kenya Met advised residents in the selected areas to prepare for potential flooding and disruptions.

Tanzania Meteorological Authority warns of emerging Cyclone Ialy
Bashir Mohammed  |  May 18, 2024

TMA has advised sea users and the general public to stay informed by monitoring forecast updates and adhering to guidance from meteorological experts.

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