The ultimatum follows claims that SHA has not acted on commitments contained in two joint communiqués signed on March 10 and April 23, 2026, which were meant to address weaknesses in the teachers' medical scheme.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMedical fundraising has also become more common, with WhatsApp groups increasingly filled with appeals for contributions to help families raise money for treatment and emergency hospital bills.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe first delivery weighed 4.5 tonnes and contained 279 packages of emergency medical equipment. Among the supplies were Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits, sample transportation kits, infrared thermometers, face shields, heavy-duty protective boots and other materials used to prevent the spread of infections.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe dentists' body said the scope of clinical dental practice cannot be changed through administrative publications or circulars without first going through the required legislative process. It added that any changes touching on dental care should involve public participation and consultations with professionals because they directly affect the safety of patients.
By Bradley BosireIn a statement issued on Thursday, the union said the industrial action follows years of unsuccessful negotiations over key employment issues affecting nurses and midwives across the country's 47 counties.
By David AbonyoThe President's remarks drew laughter after he humorously urged men to slow down on making their partners pregnant, even as he reassured families that the government was increasing investment in maternal and reproductive healthcare
By Chrispho OwuorThe union said the salary adjustments are provided for under the 2017-2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the Return-to-Work Formula signed on May 8, 2024, and its addendum dated December 19, 2024.
By Bradley BosireIn a public notice issued on July 21, SHA said the Primary Healthcare benefit package covers the complete episode of care, including consultation, diagnosis, clinically indicated investigations, treatment and prescribed medicines in line with the Ministry of Health treatment guidelines.
By David AbonyoDr Kaseya called on the United States to adopt evidence-based and proportionate travel measures that reflect Uganda's current epidemiological status, saying the country's progress demonstrates the effectiveness of its outbreak response
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Kibore claimed that about one in every 10 young men in Nairobi suffers from erectile dysfunction (ED), insisting the condition should no longer be treated as a private matter or a source of stigma.
By David AbonyoSpeaking during a Radio Generation interview on Tuesday, Dr Kibore said stigma surrounding the condition has discouraged many people from seeking medical attention, leaving them to struggle in silence despite its impact on their productivity, relationships and overall quality of life
By Chrispho OwuorIn addition, the committee recommended that haemophilia be listed as a disabling condition under the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, allowing those affected to benefit from the legal protection and support available to persons living with disabilities.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement issued on Saturday, the Nairobi County hospital said it had reviewed the matter after the allegations attracted public attention, but maintained that the available records did not substantiate the accusations.
By David AbonyoA key proposal discussed during the meeting was expanding the local manufacturing and assembly of wheelchairs to lower prices and improve availability across the country.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKatiba Institute said it was closely monitoring reports that the seven foreign nationals had been admitted into Kenya and placed under quarantine at the contested facility under a bilateral arrangement.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFigures from the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI Kenya) show that about 45,000 people are diagnosed with cancer each year, while close to 30,000 lose their lives to the disease.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a notice issued on Thursday, SHA said the new guidelines are intended to standardise claims processing while ensuring eligible children continue accessing healthcare services without unnecessary interruptions.
By David AbonyoThe move is intended to strengthen accountability, speed up the processing of attestation requests, improve access for practitioners and patients, and advance its broader digital transformation agenda aimed at delivering transparent, reliable and efficient regulatory services
By Chrispho OwuorFigures from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics show Kenya spent Sh15.6 billion on medicinal and pharmaceutical products between January and March 2026, down from Sh20.4 billion during the same period last year
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe schools asked parents to look out for swollen and painful salivary glands, fever, headache, muscle aches, tiredness, loss of appetite and pain while chewing or swallowing. They also advised that children with such symptoms should remain at home until they are examined by a medical professional.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe latest estimates released by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Unicef show childhood vaccination coverage in Kenya has declined since reaching its highest levels in 2021, with repeated shortages disrupting immunisation services over the past five years.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSenators questioned Kenya’s preparedness to tackle industrial pollution, hazardous waste and toxic emissions, while the Environment ministry described the enforcement powers of NEMA, recent inspections and audits, and measures under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe petition, filed by Dr Benson Kibore and submitted to the Clerks of the National Assembly and the Senate on Tuesday, seeks legal recognition of the conditions under Kenya's disability framework, saying they have far-reaching social and psychological consequences that deserve greater policy attention.
By David AbonyoSpeaking after the signing ceremony on Wednesday, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale described the agreement as a milestone in Kenya-US relations, saying the implementation phase had officially begun.
By David AbonyoThe decline comes as Kenya continues to record about 13,936 new HIV infections every year, according to the 2026 Kenya HIV Estimates Report. Women remain the most affected, with HIV prevalence standing at 4.3 per cent compared to 2.1 per cent among men, while adolescents and young people aged between 15 and 24 account for 41 per cent of new adult infections
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe hospital received the Global Antimicrobial Stewardship Accreditation (GAMSAS) from the British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (BSAC), placing it among a select group of healthcare institutions worldwide recognised for promoting the responsible use of antibiotics and safeguarding the effectiveness of life-saving medicines.
By Samuel OtienoThe new unit, located at the Level 5 hospital in Umoja II, Embakasi West, is part of Nairobi County's efforts to strengthen specialised healthcare services and reduce the need for patients to seek treatment at facilities outside the city.
By David AbonyoBut instead of allowing the diagnosis to define him, Nyong’o said he and his wife, Dorothy Nyong’o, chose to turn the painful experience into a mission of giving hope to others battling cancer.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to KMPDC, reports received indicate that the fraudsters are approaching practitioners, health facilities and training institutions while pretending to act on behalf of the Council.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFigures from the National Cancer Institute of Kenya show that the country records about 5,845 new cervical cancer cases each year, while about 3,591 people die from the disease annually.
By Maureen Kinyanjui