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Kenyans urged to undergo regular diabetes screening

A section of Ngong residents in Kajiado County participated in 2025 World Diabetes Day walk. [Peterson Githaiga, Standard]

Kenyans have been urged to undergo regular diabetes screening to reduce the high rate of undiagnosed cases.

Dr Faith Masenge in-charge of Ngong Sub County Hospital on Friday said diabetes is an increasing problem throughout the world and is a major contributor to the growing burden of chronic disease, especially in developing countries.

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