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Heartbreak for stranded families as State freezes overseas treatment

Dr.Mercy Mwangangi,CEO Social Health Authority(SHA),on 3rd June 2025,She officially assume office today after her appointment in April. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

A five-year-old with heart disease was all set for a life-saving flight to India.

The air tickets were ready. But out of the blue, the Ministry of Health suspended overseas medical travel support.

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