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Detention of patients and broke hospitals due to unpaid claims, and broken systems have been the norm one year after the Social Health Authority was rolled out.
The money will be paid to public, private, and faith-based hospitals.
In Kenya, at least 134,000 babies are born prematurely every year, and many of them require intensive care.
Senators have pleaded with boys to protect girls against sexual violence and avoid engaging in casual sex that could lead to sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancies.
Senators have pleaded with boys to protect girls against sexual violence and avoid engaging in casual sex that could lead to sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancies.
While people can tolerate relatively higher levels of aflatoxins without immediate effects, dogs and other animals often succumb quickly because of their physiology and repetitive diets
KMPDU Deputy SG Dr Dennis Miskellah confirmed the solidarity action, noting that mothers who lost their infants in poorly equipped health facilities within the county will also join in.
One year after the rollout of the Social Health Authority, the majority of Kenyans and healthcare providers believe the defunct NHIF offered better services.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale did it yet again. This time, he displayed utter disrespect and contempt among his former colleagues.
Raila was received at the emergency section of the hospital after a sudden collapse. The collapse happened during his morning walk at Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Centre.
Devolution — a vision strongly championed by former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and enshrined in Kenya’s Constitution as the will of the people — was designed to bring services closer to citizens.
Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui on Monday, Ruto said the Kenya Kwanza administration had allocated sufficient funds to provide quality healthcare for all Kenyans.
On Monday, representatives from the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) met with the Chief of Staff in the County Government of Kiambu.
SHA was put on the spot to explain how it spent Sh77 million on legal representation, only to recover Sh13 million, raising concerns over wastage of taxpayers’ money
Early detection and screening greatly improve breast cancer survival chances. Survivors face emotional, financial and physical challenges after treatment.
Ruto stated that all Kenyans can access quality health care regardless of their financial status.
The youth are preaching peace across the country using art, colour and music.
Born with HIV, Margaret, a Grade Six pupil in Busia County has grown into an outspoken champion for treatment adherence among her peers.
Teenage pregnancies remain high, HIV infections have been persistently high, and sexual and gender-based violence is widespread.
Data shows 19,991 new infections were reported in 2024, marking a 19 per cent rise from 16,752 cases in 2023.
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