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Huge gaps rock Kenya's healthcare system despite push to attain UHC
As President William Ruto pushes for the implementation of UHC, just a handful of hospitals have what it takes to offer quality services in line with that ambitious agenda.
By Mercy Kahenda 2 months ago
Huge gaps rock Kenya's healthcare system despite push to attain UHC
Why you must wash your hands when handling newborns
Globally, newborns are at the highest risk for bacterial sepsis, with the prevalence at 1 to 10 per 1000 live births.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Why you must wash your hands when handling newborns
Concern as 248 children aged 10-19 infected with HIV weekly
Kenya is grappling with a concerning surge in HIV infections among adolescents, ranking seventh globally in the disease burden.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Concern as 248 children aged 10-19 infected with HIV weekly
Kenya ranked sixth in AIDS deaths as injectable drug use linked to new infections
Kenya is recording high HIV infections caused by injection of drugs as the country ranks position six globally with the highest number of AIDS deaths.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Kenya ranked sixth in AIDS deaths as injectable drug use linked to new infections
Stakeholders bank on colour painting, music to end HIVAIDS in adolescents
The use of colour in campaigns has been adopted as a tool to sensitise adolescents on HIV prevention, testing and treatment.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Stakeholders bank on colour painting, music to end HIVAIDS in adolescents
Teen pregnancies a major hitch in fight against HIV
Adolescents infected with HIV she says are likely to miss out on treatment, and easily transmit the virus to their babies due to lack of knowledge on preventing mother-to-child transmission.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Teen pregnancies a major hitch in fight against HIV
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It's official, all Kenyans will pay 2.75 pc to new medical scheme
According to the regulations, employees will pay 2.75 per cent of gross salary to the kitty. Non-salaried Kenyans will pay 2.75 per cent of their earnings to the medical kitty.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
It's official, all Kenyans will pay 2.75 pc to new medical scheme
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Mass sackings loom at NHIF as new management takes over
The jobs of current staff at the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) are in limbo after the new authority took over management.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Mass sackings loom at NHIF as new management takes over
Cases of cholera, diarrhoea surge due to hygiene risk posed by El Nino
Ministry says overcrowding in displacement camps triggers respiratory tract infections. Cases of deaths may increase with the rains due to contamination of water bodies and poor sanitation.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Cases of cholera, diarrhoea surge due to hygiene risk posed by El Nino
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Anxiety after chairman of new health authority reports at NHIF
Transition at the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIF) has kicked off after the appointment of the new board to the scheme.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Anxiety after chairman of new health authority reports at NHIF
Caffeine citrate: New 'gamechanger' drug in saving lives of preterm and low-birth babies
There is hope in reducing infant deaths in Kenya, following the adoption of a drug that manages breathing problems in newborns.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
Caffeine citrate: New 'gamechanger' drug in saving lives of preterm and low-birth babies
When preterm babies 'forget to breathe'
Preterm birth is when a baby is born too early, before 37 weeks of pregnancy. But what exactly could go wrong when a baby is born prematurely?
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
When preterm babies 'forget to breathe'
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State set to publish new health insurance charges
President Ruto had proposed 2.75 per cent contributions to the scheme. Health CS set November 22 as the commencement date of the new law.
By Mercy Kahenda 3 months ago
State set to publish new health insurance charges
It's a lonely, silent world for men in the grip of mental health diseases
Most men would rather keep to themselves rather than share their challenges for fear of a judgmental society of perceptions of showing weakness.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
It's a lonely, silent world for men in the grip of mental health diseases
21 out of 1000 newborns die before 28 days
At least a third of neonatal deaths recorded in Kenya this year were as a result of prematurity complications.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
21 out of 1000 newborns die before 28 days
21 out of 1000 newborns die before 28 days, doctors say
Data reveals that this year alone, 37 per cent of newborn deaths of babies aged between zero and 28 days were as a result of prematurity.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
21 out of 1000 newborns die before 28 days, doctors say
Tanzanian firm supplies Kenya with mosquito nets after Kemsa saga
A Tanzanian company has been contracted to supply Kenya with Long Lasting Insecticidal Treated Nets (LLITNs), for mass distribution.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Tanzanian firm supplies Kenya with mosquito nets after Kemsa saga
Global Fund gets new mosquito nets supplier after Kemsa row
15.3 million treated nets will be distributed in 22 high malaria-burden counties. Official launch of distribution will be in Homa Bay.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Global Fund gets new mosquito nets supplier after Kemsa row
NHIF assures Kenyans as it prepares for transition
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has assured Kenyans of the safety of their contributions as the organisation prepares for the transition to the new Social Health Authority.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
NHIF assures Kenyans as it prepares for transition
Stigma is highest contributor to new HIV infections
Stigma is a major contributor to new HIV infections in arid and semi-arid (Asal) counties, with at least 51 people dying in Kenya every day from AIDS-related complications
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Stigma is highest contributor to new HIV infections
Risk of new HIV infections up as teen pregnancies rise
Between January and May this year, 110,821 girls aged between 10 and 19 years were pregnant. Of these cases 6,110 were aged between 10 and 14 years.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Risk of new HIV infections up as teen pregnancies rise
Ruto affirms commitment to Universal Health Coverage during address
During his State of the Union address, Ruto said the four Acts will guide the provision of all essential services from preventive, curative, palliative and rehabilitative services.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Ruto affirms commitment to Universal Health Coverage during address
Your contributions are safe, NHIF assures Kenyans ahead of transition
National insurer's chief executive Elijah Wachira says they are documenting the organization's properties, liabilities, and assets, which will be handed over to the new authority.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Your contributions are safe, NHIF assures Kenyans ahead of transition
Solid cooking fuels contributing to rise of airway disease
The disease, also known as airway disease, presents with cough, shortness of breath and cough with some sputum.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Solid cooking fuels contributing to rise of airway disease
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Inside ambitious Kemsa reforms to end graft, ensure UHC success
Acting CEO Andrew Mulwa said procurement processes are undergoing overhaul, including digitising and allocating local manufacturers bigger share of supplies.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Inside ambitious Kemsa reforms to end graft, ensure UHC success
Stigma is highest contributor to new HIV infections in ASAL counties
Unlike the arid- and semi-arid counties, there is more programming, engagement, awareness and sensitisation in counties that were hard hit by the virus, more so Nyanza and Western region.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Stigma is highest contributor to new HIV infections in ASAL counties
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Trachoma, a blinding disease that remains neglected in Kenya
Trachoma presents with redness, tearing and discharge. Recurrent infection causes scarring on the underside of the eye and shortening of the lid, which leads to the interning of the eyelashes.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Trachoma, a blinding disease that remains neglected in Kenya
New health body to determine the cost of medical insurance cover
The regulatory body, to be established by Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha, will also oversee the implementation of the newly enacted Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Acts.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
New health body to determine the cost of medical insurance cover
Do your feet keep swelling? It might be time for some heart tests
If you're experiencing swelling of your feet, coughing, shortness of breath and fatigue, these could be signs of cardiovascular disease, according to experts.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Do your feet keep swelling? It might be time for some heart tests
Mental healthcare to start at your doorstep
Kenya is banking on community health promoters to tackle mental health, amid concern about the high number of people suffering from mental illnesses.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Mental healthcare to start at your doorstep
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Ruto banks on new legal regime to deliver healthcare to all Kenyans
Ruto said though the Constitution guarantees Kenyans the right to the highest standards of health, previous governments were unable to deliver the same due to lack of laws and policies.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Ruto banks on new legal regime to deliver healthcare to all Kenyans
Wealthy to pay medical cover for the poor, as young pay for the old
Patrick Amoth said the Social Health Financing Bill, to be signed into law by Ruto will enable all Kenyans to access quality care, regardless of their financial status.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Wealthy to pay medical cover for the poor, as young pay for the old
Health workforce shortfall bites as government makes strides towards UHC
Jackson Mandago said with Kenya adopting UHC, the country is grappling with an acute shortage of health providers which should be addressed for smooth operation.
By Mercy Kahenda 4 months ago
Health workforce shortfall bites as government makes strides towards UHC
Four UHC bills to be signed into law as government warns those opposed to it
President William Ruto is set to sign the proposed Universal Health Coverage (UHC) bills into law on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
Four UHC bills to be signed into law as government warns those opposed to it
Kericho's new technology to boost health services and realisation of UHC
Kericho's new system comes amid efforts by the government to roll out Universal Health Coverage which aims at ensuring all Kenyans have access to healthcare without financial hardship.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
Kericho's new technology to boost health services and realisation of UHC
Ruto to breathe new life into UHC initiative after several false starts
All Kenyans will be expected to enrol on a medical health scheme-the Social Health Authority, which shall replace National Health Insurance.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
Ruto to breathe new life into UHC initiative after several false starts
Headache won't go away? Check your mental health
There are various types of headache disorders including migraine, tension, cluster headache (CH) and medication overuse.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
Headache won't go away? Check your mental health
Fear of new TB infections after drugs shortage hits sixth month
Over 133,000 patients are undergoing TB treatment currently. Shortage forcing patients to share drugs while some have defaulted.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
Fear of new TB infections after drugs shortage hits sixth month
Cuban doctors' mission comes to quiet end
In the aftermath of their controversial arrival in 2017, the Ministry of Health has officially declared terminated their contract.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
Cuban doctors' mission comes to quiet end
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NHIF, hospitals on the spot over fraud running into the billions
During the grilling even with alleged irregularities, hospital management applauded NHIF saying they had a good working relationship, more so with NHIF which does refund of claims.
By Mercy Kahenda 5 months ago
NHIF, hospitals on the spot over fraud running into the billions
Transport tycoon's widow battles lender over Sh174m 'fictitious' loan
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