Businesses can do more to alleviate blood shortage
Blood is a precious resource and a life-saving input in medical emergencies. But since there is no synthetic substitute, human blood is a scarce commodity. There is a high demand…
Healthcare sector players urge for proper implementation of the new UHC laws
The African Institute of Development Policy (AFIDEP) has lauded the Kenya government for its recent passage of crucial health bills into law but urged for its effective implementation. Speaking at…
Lwala Hospital: Community-owned Facility Serving over 70,000 Patients Annually
When neighbors came together to establish Lwala Community Hospital 16 years ago, they had a vision for the future that the hospital would provide health care for their rural community…
An Open Letter To The CS Health Susan Nakhumincha
Dear Madam Secretary,I hope this letter finds you well and high spirit,I highly appreciate the opportunity to share my story and shed light on a critical issuethat needs urgent attention…
Sakaja health agenda highlights one year success
The Nairobi County Government’s efforts to transform the health care sector sits at the helm of the success story of the Governor Johnson Sakaja’s administration one year since the governor…
Shedding Light on Sarcoma and Bone Cancer: a Call for Awareness
By Dr. Solomon Mutua, Oncologist, The Nairobi West Hospital Every year, July is recognized worldwide as Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month. It is vital to bring attention to a…
Health CS Nakhumicha calls for bridging of Human Resources for Health,
Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has called for higher learning institutions and research centres to reflect on the pressing Human Resources for Health (HRH) gaps faced by our nation to…
Governor Sakaja Prioritizes Health, Distributes Medical Supplies
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has fronted health services on top of his agendas following new services he has unveiled barely a year in office. Chief Officer of Health Facilities, Geoffrey…
M-PESA Foundation invests KES 46 Million in Healthcare Services across the 47 Counties
About 60,000 peopleacross Kenya are set to benefit from M-PESA Foundation-funded medical camps in the 47 counties, starting with Lamu County this week. The KES 46 million investment is expected…
Stakeholders Call on Patient Collaboration in Cancer Treatment
Cancer patient advocacy officers and researchers are calling for increased patient involvement in shaping approaches to cancer research and treatment in Kenya. This is aimed at addressing the alarming challenges…