Self-medication is a product of dysfunctionality in public hospitals

Woman reads label on an over-the-counter medication. [Courtesy/GettyImages]

In May this year, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni warned Kenyans against self-diagnosis and use of over-the-counter (OTC) medications, especially antibiotics.

The warning, though well-intentioned, disregarded the real issue; dysfunctionality in public health services provision.