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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has directed the Clinical Officers Council (COC) to conduct a fresh round of inspections across all health facilities to ensure full compliance with set standards. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during a meeting at Afya House on Wednesday, Duale also instructed the …

The government has suspended all transplant services at Mediheal Group of Hospitals, effective immediately. This includes halting kidney transplant procedures. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The Ministry of Health made the announcement on Wednesday, stating that the decision was based on “credible concerns” from both the government and …

The Ministry of Health has suspended two top officials to safeguard the integrity of an ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in organ transplants. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Dr. Maurice Wakwabubi, the acting head of Kenya Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services (KBTTS), and Dr. Everlyne Chege, the Ministry’s …

A group of UK parliamentarians has expressed strong support for Kenya’s strides in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), following a four-day study visit that showcased both progress and ongoing challenges in the sector. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The delegation, comprising eight members of the …

Kenya has acquired 10,700 doses of the Mpox vaccine as part of its ongoing efforts to protect vulnerable populations and enhance preparedness for emerging health threats. Click Here To Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel The consignment arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Wednesday night and was received by …

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has set up a special committee to review unresolved medical claims submitted to the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) within a 90-day timeframe. The NHIF was recently dissolved as part of President William Ruto’s broader reforms to achieve universal health coverage, with the Social …

Health officials have issued a warning after cholera claimed the lives of three individuals in Kisumu County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Dr. Gregory Ganda, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Medical Services, Health, and Sanitation, confirmed that all three victims tested positive for cholera. The first …

The government allocated Sh142 million to cover legal expenses in defending the Social Health Authority (SHA) in a court case challenging the implementation of the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The case was initiated by Aura Joseph Enock, and the Social Health Authority, …

The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has announced a directive for health facilities operating in restricted areas to relocate. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement released on their official X account on March 12, the KMPDC highlighted that the affected facilities include those situated …

President William Ruto has praised former Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha and her successor, Deborah Barasa, for their exceptional contributions to the Health ministry. The President described their work as “wonderful,” acknowledging their efforts in improving the healthcare sector. Nakhumicha served as Health CS until June of the previous year, …