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Kenya to Roll Out Affordable HIV Prevention Jab at Sh5,400 a Year

Unlike daily pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) pills, it’s administered just twice a year making prevention easier and more accessible.

Kenya to Roll Out Mandatory Sickle Cell Screening in Maternal and Child Health Services

Dr. Oluga emphasized the need for urgent action, saying the disease is a silent killer in Africa.

Trump Warns Pregnant Women Against Tylenol Use Despite Lack of Evidence Linking It to Autism

Tylenol, also known as acetaminophen or paracetamol, is widely recommended as one of the safest pain relievers for pregnant women.

RUPHA Orders Cash Payments from SHA Patients For Private Hospitals After Government Fails to Pay Billions

RUPHA says the delayed payments have left many facilities struggling to operate and are now forced to take drastic measures.

US Panel Ends Universal COVID-19 Jab Recommendation for Adults

The decision comes as the federal government’s vaccination policies are under fire.

Ministry of Health Publishes List of 36 Medical Services Not Available in Kenya

Most of the missing services are advanced surgeries, complex transplant procedures and cutting edge cancer treatments.

RUPHA Raises Alarm Over Reinstatement of Suspended Hospitals in SHA System

In a statement issued yesterday, RUPHA said the sudden reactivation was due to a system glitch.

Relief for Kenyans as SHA Unveils Free Ambulance Services Nationwide

As part of the rollout, Kenyans will have a dedicated hotline to call and request for an ambulance anywhere they are.

High Court Forces Mbagathi Hospital to Treat Prisoners Despite Ksh12M Debt Dispute

The judge said denying inmates access to healthcare would breach their fundamental human rights.

KMPDC Orders All Ambulances to Register or Face Shutdown by September 2025

The same applies to emergency personnel including paramedics, EMTs, ambulance operators and other professionals offering pre-hospital care.