Mary Muthoni Stories

Ministry of Health issues warning on nicotine products as health risks rise
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 12, 2025

Concerned about the growing popularity of nicotine-containing products among young people, Muthoni urged them to prioritise their health.

Health ministry warns of rising Mpox infections in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 31, 2024

According to the latest Ministry of Health data, Kenya has recorded 31 Mpox cases. Of these, 28 patients have recovered, two remain hospitalised, and...

Kenya reports two new mpox cases bringing confirmed total to 31
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 30, 2024

Efforts to educate the public on mpox prevention and control are ongoing, focusing on community engagement.

Government begins paying salary arrears owed to doctors since 2016
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 29, 2024

The move is seen as a step towards addressing grievances raised by healthcare workers regarding delayed payments.

Millions of Kenyans living with undiagnosed health conditions- Health PS Muthoni
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 25, 2024

According to the Ministry's Department of Public Health and Professional Standards, over 22.5 million Kenyans have been screened for diabetes, but mor...

Ministry warns Kenyans to prioritise health and safety during festive season
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 23, 2024

The PS warned against consuming meat that has not been inspected by certified officers or sourced from dead animals.

Ministry of Health under scrutiny over Sh24 billion community health kits deal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 05, 2024

The National Assembly’s Health Committee rejected an attempt by Muthoni to withdraw a document on the procurement due to insufficient answers.

Private colleges, universities put on notice over unapproved medical courses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2024

The PS announced that the government would soon carry out inspections to identify and shut down institutions offering invalid programmes.

Kenya to begin Mpox vaccination next month
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 03, 2024

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral disease caused by the monkeypox virus. It spreads primarily through contact with an infected person, con...

Ministry probes woman's death after surgery at City clinic
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 01, 2024

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni addressed the investigation, emphasising the ministry’s dedication to quality in healthcare services.

Kenya flags 132 sites for high lead exposure across eight regions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 24, 2024

Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni reiterated the government's commitment to holding polluters accountable for their actions.

Health Ministry confirms five new suspected mpox cases
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Aug 17, 2024

Kenya officially declared the Mpox outbreak on July 31, 2024, following the confirmation of the country’s first case in Taveta.

Government confirms Linda Mama programme will continue under Social Health Authority
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 15, 2024

Since its launch in 2013, the Linda Mama programme has provided vital maternal care to 7.5 million expectant mothers.

Health Ministry warns of rising nicotine use among youth, women
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 22, 2024

Nicotine is an addictive substance found in Tobacco. It is the primary reinforcing component of tobacco; it drives tobacco addiction.

Flood risk alert: Health ministry issues key directives for schools
Amina Wako  |  May 18, 2024

Floodwaters can heighten the transmission of various water-borne and vector-borne diseases such as typhoid fever, cholera, malaria, yellow fever, chik...

KMPDU warns of crisis as Coast doctors' strike notice ends
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 14, 2024

KMPDU Secretary-General Ghalib Salim said the Thursday deadline marks a critical juncture in the struggle for healthcare workers' rights and patient c...

KMTC invites applications for March 2024 intake
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 28, 2024

She noted that the application deadline for pre-service courses has been extended to March 4, 2024.

Alarm as Coast region records highest instances of drug abuse in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 26, 2024

The government has called for urgent interventions and policies to save the youth and protect Kenya's social and economic progress.

Long-lasting insecticidal nets rolled out in six counties
Eunice Omollo  |  Jan 23, 2024

The nationwide distribution of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) continues today, January 24, 2024, with Kisii County as the first beneficiary th...

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