Ministry of health urges caution amid rising Mpox cases in Kenya
As the festive season brings Kenyans together, the Ministry of Health has issued a pressing advisory urging heightened vigilance against the spread of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox). This comes amid reports of two new laboratory-confirmed cases, bringing the total number of cases nationwide to 31 since the outbreak began. The newly confirmed cases were […]
5 new Mpox cases confirmed in Kenya
The Ministry of Health has confirmed five new cases of Mpox virus in Kenya in three counties, In a statement on Saturday, November 30, 2024, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni revealed that two cases had been confirmed in Nakuru, two in Mombasa and one in Kiambu. “In the last one week, our laboratories have confirmed […]
Govt reports new Mpox case in Nakuru as national total reaches 18
Ministry of Health announced on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, a new confirmed case of Mpox in Nakuru County, bringing the total number of cases nationwide to 18 since the outbreak began. The ministry assured the public of ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the virus while emphasizing the importance of preventive measures. The latest […]
Govt: 8 patients have fully recovered from Mpox
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has announced that eight patients who were diagnosed with Mpox have fully recovered and returned home to their families. This comes as the country continues to battle the viral disease, which has seen a total of 13 confirmed cases so far. Director General for Health Dr Patrick Amoth confirmed the […]
WHO steps up support for Kenya amid Mpox surge
In a significant move to address rising public health concerns, Kenya has received critical supplies of Mpox testing kits and medications for neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). The donations, delivered through a collaboration between the World Health Organization (WHO), USAID, and other health partners, are aimed at bolstering the country’s capacity to combat these diseases, which […]
Govt confirms two new cases of Mpox
The government has confirmed two new cases of Monkeypox (Mpox) disease, bringing the national tally to 12 cases. In a statement on Friday, October 4, 2024, the Ministry of Health said that out of the 12 confirmed cases, no deaths have been witnessed, with other patients receiving treatment and getting discharged. “In the last 24 […]
Gov’t confirms one new Mpox case
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed a new Mpox case, bringing the total number of cases in Kenya to 10. The ministry revealed in a statement on Thursday, October 3, 2024, that the latest patient is a 35-year-old woman from Kericho County. “Kenya has recorded one new Mpox case in the last 24 hours, […]