HEALTH

Julius Chepkwony

Julius Chepkwony writes for the Standard Health

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More than 800,000 children under the age of five are malnourished

By Julius Chepkwony
Aug. 23, 2022

New offices and appointments illegal, PSC tells Nakhumicha

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has faulted Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha over new appointments.

By Julius Chepkwony
Jul. 19, 2023

Court allows State to roll-out new health scheme

The Court of Appeal has lifted orders barring the government from rolling out the implementation of the new Social Health Insurance Act.

By Julius Chepkwony
Jan. 19, 2024

Court allows State to roll-out new health scheme

The Court of Appeal has lifted orders barring the government from rolling out the implementation of the new Social Health Insurance Act.

By Julius Chepkwony
Jan. 19, 2024

Alarm as logging ban lifted in Mau Forest

Green Belt Movement and Greenpeace Africa have called for an immediate suspension of tree harvesting in the Mau Forest Complex, citing violations of environmental laws.

By Julius Chepkwony
Nov. 3, 2025

Alarm as logging ban lifted in Mau Forest

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Hospital gives preterm babies a second chance

For mothers who give birth to premature babies, what should be a moment of joy is often overshadowed by fear and uncertainty.

By Julius Chepkwony
Dec. 8, 2025

Hospital gives preterm babies a second chance

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Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges

What began as a mission to provide healthcare to the poor has morphed into a bitter, protracted legal battle involving property titles, corporate control, religious vows, and clashing egos.

By Julius Chepkwony
Jan. 9, 2026

Inside 16-year battle for St Mary's hospital handled by over 10 judges

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Mediheal loses bid to stop sale of hospital equipment

The dispute arose after NCBA Bank, through Philips International Auctioneers, moved to proclaim and attach hospital equipment over alleged financial obligations owed by Mediheal.

By Julius Chepkwony
Jan. 26, 2026