Govt asks Kenyans to stop stigmatising, discriminating Mpox victims
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has urged Kenyans to avoid stigmatising and discriminating victims of Mpox. In a statement shared via their official social media handles, the health ministry encouraged Kenyans to support those affected with empathy and understanding. “Avoid stigma and discrimination around Mpox. Let’s support those affected with empathy and understanding. #MpoxAwareness,” the […]
Govt issues Mpox advisory for pregnant women
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued Mpox advisory for pregnant women days after confirming the second case in the country. On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, Health Cabinet Secretary (CS ) Deborah Mulongo Barasa in the advisory note disclosed that pregnant women with the Mpox virus can infect the unborn child. “Advisory for Pregnant Women: […]
MOH issues safety tips durìng heavy rain, flooding
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued safety tips to help citizens as heavy rains continue to lash most parts of the country leading to devastating floods. In an advisory released on Wednesday, May 8, MOH emphasized the importance of staying safe amidst the ongoing rainfall and potential flooding. One of the advice from the […]
Kenya receives 940 mobile tablets worth Ksh49.4M from WHO for emergency response
The Ministry of Health has received a donation of 940 mobile tablets from the World Health Organization worth Ksh49,461,358 for emergency response efforts In a statement released on Thursday, March 28th, the Ministry expressed appreciation for the generous contribution noting that the donation will be a step towards enhancing digitization within the health sector. Cabinet Secretary […]