Public Health PS Muthoni reveals govt’s strategies to minimise impact of Mpox breakout
The government has unveiled new strategies to mitigate the impact of the ongoing Mpox outbreak, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has said. Muthoni made the comment on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, when she also announced the formation of a National Mpox Task Force, which will be responsible for evaluating the current […]
Govt confirms fifth case of Mpox
The Ministry of Health has confirmed the fifth case of Mpox in the country. In a statement published on Friday, September 6, 2024, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa announced that Kenya’s Mpox cases have risen to five after a female from Mombasa with no recent travel history tested positive. Barasa stated that the fifth patient […]
Govt heightens screening, isolation protocols at JKIA over Mpox
The government has heightened screening and isolation protocols at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) over Mpox in the country. In a statement on Monday, September 2, 2024, hours after visiting the airport, Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni said the government has enhanced strategies for preventing the further spread of […]
Govt confirms fourth case of Mpox
The Ministry of Health has confirmed one new case of Mpox, bringing the total number of cases in the country to four. According to Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, the latest case was reported in Nakuru County. “One new confirmed Mpox case has been reported in the last 24 hours, bringing […]
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 […]
Kenya confirms third case of Mpox
Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Deborah Mlongo Barasa has confirmed that Kenya has recorded it’s third case of Mpox. In a statement, Barasa noted that the recent case which involves a 30-year-old female who recently travelled to Uganda, was confirmed after samples taken from her tested positive. The CS, however, indicated that the lady is currently […]
Govt warns Kenyans with multiple romantic partners, says they are at higher risk of getting Mpox
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has listed persons who are at high risk of getting infected with Mpox. In the alert post, MOH revealed that healthcare workers, persons in close contact with confirmed cases and those with multiple romantic partners have higher chances of getting infected. The Ministry of Health urged members of the public […]