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Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday,Morogo said the service would use GPS-enabled ambulances from county governments, private providers and faith-based organisations to connect patients with the nearest emergency care facilities.
Figures from the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) show that Kenya had about 70,000 new HIV infections in 2010. By 2025, the number had dropped sharply to 13,936, representing an 80 per cent reduction.
Ahead of the 26th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026), scheduled for July 26–31 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the UN health agency said self-care approaches are becoming increasingly important in helping people prevent disease, maintain their health and manage illnesses with or without the support of a healthcare worker.
The announcement came before the completion of the World Health Organization's standard 42-day countdown following the discharge of the last patient.
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration said the new arrangement strengthens healthcare support for members of the disciplined services without compromising the benefits they receive.
Speaking on Radio Generation, Wachira said the government has already allocated Sh8.9 billion for the absorption of UHC staff, alongside Sh116 million under the Global Fund, but the process remains stalled.
The issue is contained in the Auditor-General's report for the financial year ending June 30, 2025, which found that the State Department for Health acquired the devices despite the procurement not appearing in its annual procurement plan.
The licensing agreement, announced by Merck on Friday, gives the Kiambu County-based company the right to manufacture or import the medicine and supply it to hospitals, pharmacies, government health programmes, non-governmental organisations and donor-funded initiatives in countries with high HIV burdens.
The Council of Governors (CoG) has accused the Ministry of Health of shifting responsibility to counties without first resolving the question of how the workers will be financed in the years ahead.
Hunt said he decided to volunteer after following reports of the deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and wanted to play a role in efforts to fight the disease.
Ruto said the cost of the insurance scheme would be shared equally between the two levels of government, describing the arrangement as a partnership that would protect the health workers who play a critical role in delivering healthcare at the community level.
To back his claims, Ruto compared the performance of SHA with that of NHIF, saying the new authority is releasing far more money to health facilities than its predecessor. According to the President, NHIF used to disburse about Sh5.6 billion every three months, while SHA is now paying approximately Sh12 billion every month.
Addressing criticism that followed Gaucho's appointment, Sakaja said community representatives play an important role in helping bridge the gap between medical staff and ordinary wananchi.
Healthcare facilities seeking clarification have been instructed to submit written requests through the email address [email protected] by July 31.
The new platform is expected to modernise Kenya's community health information systems by providing secure, scalable and interoperable digital infrastructure capable of supporting real-time decision-making while improving service delivery for frontline health workers
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.
Medical 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.
The 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.
The 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.
In 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.
The 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
The 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.
In 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.
Dr 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
Speaking 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.
Speaking 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
In 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.
In 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.
A key proposal discussed during the meeting was expanding the local manufacturing and assembly of wheelchairs to lower prices and improve availability across the country.
Katiba 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.