Most Kenyans a sickness away from poverty

Dr Diana Wangari, 'Health & Science' Editor, Standard Group PLC.

My uncle Fred had an unfortunate incident. His wife was reversing the car and ran over his big toe. An accident, of course. It was not that badly injured, but his toe was certainly in pain. They decided to rush him to the hospital.

Fortunately, he works for a company that provides medical cover and so he got the treatment he required - a clean-up, drainage, dressing, painkillers, and some antibiotics.