Public Health Stories

Kenya battles rising cervical cancer cases as 9 women die daily
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

To tackle the crisis, the Ministry of Health has launched a nationwide vaccination campaign targeting 14-year-old schoolgirls. 

Mpox cases rise to 36 across Kenya as Nakuru County emerges as hotspot
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 23, 2025

To further strengthen its response, the government will roll out vaccination programmes in high-risk areas and enhance contact tracing efforts.

Turkana County intensifies bid to end open defecation by 2030 as more public health promoters trained
Issa Hussein  |  Jan 23, 2025

The project targets to certify 75 villages in Turkana South, including Aroro Sub-County, and 134 villages including Lokichoggio in Turkana West.

New SHA policy places financial burden on parents of teen mothers
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 01, 2025

Linda Mama programme has been instrumental in reducing maternal and infant mortality by providing free delivery services.

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.

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.

Public health officials claim extortion, harassment by rogue MCA and Nairobi County officials
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 28, 2024

The Association of Public Health Officers of Kenya (APHOK) alleged being coerced into unethical behaviour, specifically targeting restaurant owners wi...

Mombasa healthcare professionals win 9 awards at the 2024 Quality Healthcare Awards
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 08, 2024

The ceremony was a testament to Mombasa County's dedication to excellence in healthcare delivery.

Kenya unveils ambitious five-year plan to tackle tuberculosis
Eunice Omollo  |  Jan 22, 2024

Kenya Ministry of Health launched the National strategic plan for TB, Leprosy and Lung health in Nairobi, setting its sights on combating Tuberculosis...

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