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957 New Covid-19 Cases, 11 Deaths Confirmed

admin — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 12:23:22 +0000

Health CS Mutahi Kagwe has announced 957 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours from a sample size of 5,559. The country’s caseload is now at 72,686.

On a sad note, 11 patients have ideally succumbed to the virus bringing the tally for fatalities to 1,313.

2,616 patients have also recovered and discharged bringing the tally for recoveries’ to 49,878.

Earlier, acting director of health Patrick Amoth revealed that managing an asymptomatic COVID-19 patient cost approximately Sh21,000 per day.

Further, Amoth stated that severe cases cost Sh51,684 per day on average while critical (ICU) cases cost Sh71,283 per day.

“65 percent of these costs are contributed by PPEs,” he said.

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How To Check Nhif Contribution Status

admin — Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:06:00 +0000

NHIF will fund your medical expenses if you’re a member. It’s compulsory for the employed citizens and voluntary for the self-employed.
As a member, you must make monthly contributions in order to benefit from the medical bills help. Its, therefore, recommended you check the status of your contributions sometimes.

How To Check NHIF Contribution Status

How to Retrieve NHIF Contribution Status

There are three ways you can check your NHIF contributions status.1. Through USSD code *155#2. Through NHIF app3. Through SMS as follows;

Send a message with the word ‘ID’ followed by a space then your ID number (like this; ID 26xxxx1) to 21101

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Covid-19 Cases In Kenya: Kenya Records 404 New Cases, 527 Recoveries And 11 Deaths

admin — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:26:33 +0000

Of the cases, 364 are Kenyans while 40 are foreigners; 266 are males and 138 females while the youngest is an 8-month-old infant and the oldest is 79.

Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe stated that 527 patients recovered from the disease – 408 from the Home Based Care Program while 119 were discharged from various hospitals – taking total recoveries to 73,979.

CS Kagwe, in a statement to newsrooms, however also said 11 patients succumbed to the coronavirus, hence cumulative fatalities now stand at 1,604.

Distribution of the cases by counties is as follows: Nairobi 118, Kilifi 110, Mombasa 66, Makueni 26, Nakuru 23, Kiambu 12, Kisumu 11, Turkana 9, Kwale 5, Nyeri 5, Siaya 4, Kajiado 4, Murang’a 3, Machakos 2, Meru 1, Kakamega 1, Kericho 1, Kirinyaga 1, Marsabit 1, and Lamu 1.

The 118 cases in Nairobi are from Lang’ata (21), Westlands (17), Dagoretti North (13), Kamukunji (10), Kibra (9), Ruaraka (8), Embakasi West (6), Roysambu (5), Embakasi East, Embakasi South, Kasarani and Mathare (4) cases each, Dagoretti South, Makadara and Starehe (3) cases each, Embakasi Central and Embakasi North (2) cases each

In Kilifi, the 110 cases are from Malindi (75), Kilifi North (17), Kaloleni (11) and Magarini (7). In Mombasa, the 66 cases are from Mvita (33), Kisauni (30), Jomvu (2) and Likoni (1). In Makueni, all the 26 cases are from Kibwezi West.

In Nakuru, the 23 cases are from Nakuru East (9), Nakuru West (8), Molo and Rongai (2) cases each, Gilgil and Naivasha (1) case each. In Kiambu, the 12 cases are from Juja (5), Thika (2), Kabete, Kiambaa, Kiambu Town, Kikuyu and Ruiru (1) case each.

In Kisumu, all the 11 cases are from Kisumu Central, while in Turkana, all the 9 cases are from Turkana West. In Kwale, the 5 cases are from Msambweni, and in Nyeri, the 5 cases are from Nyeri Central (3), Mathira East, and Tetu (1) case each.

In Siaya, the 4 cases are from Bondo (2), Alego Usonga, and Gem (1) case each while, in Kajiado, the 4 cases are from Kajiado North (2), Kajiado East, and Loitokitok (1) case each.

In Murang’a, the 3 cases are from Gatanga, Kigumo, and Maragua (1) case each. In Machakos, the 2 cases are from Athi River and Masinga (1) case each.

The case in Meru is from Tigania West, the case in Kakamega is from Lurambi, the case in Kericho is from Ainamoi, the case in Kirinyaga, is from Kirinyaga East, the case in Marsabit, is from Saku and the case in Lamu, is from Lamu West.

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Kenya Covid-19 Cases Hit 9,726 As 278 More Test Positive

admin — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 06:45:35 +0000

Kenya on Saturday reported 278 new Covid-19 cases, bringing to 9,726 , the total number of infections.

The new cases emerged from 1,403 samples that were tested in the last 24 hours, Health CAS Mercy Mwangangi said.

A total of 207,987 samples have been tested to date.

In terms of age, the youngest is a one year old while the oldest is 56 years old.

Nairobi and Mombasa continue to lead with highest number of infection with 5,350 and 1,722 cases respectively.

On a positive note, some 99 patients were discharged, raising number of recoveries in the country to 2,832.

However three more patients have died to the virus increasing the number of fatalities to 184.

Mwangangi was speaking from Kwale County where the Ministry of Health camped for two days to survey the level of preparedness in the county hospitals.

Breaking: Kenya Records 247 New Cases Of Covid-19 In The Country Today

admin — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:59:42 +0000

The Ministry of Health on Friday, July 3, confirmed 247 new cases of Covid-19 in the country, bringing total cases recorded so far to 7,188.

The new cases were recorded from 4,147 samples tested in the last 24 hours, bringing the total samples tested in the country to 180,206.

Of the new cases, 242 are Kenyans while five are foreigners. 164 of the positive cases are male while 83 are female. The ages of the new cases range from a one-year-old with the oldest being 100 years old.

It was announced that 39 patients had been discharged from hospitals, bringing the total number of recoveries to 2,148.

The death toll from Covid-19 in Kenya rose to 154 after two more fatalities were confirmed.

Health CAS Rashid Aman noted that most people who have succumbed to the Covid-19 virus have underlying diseases such as cancer.

Please wash hands and sanitize! Stay safe!

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Coronavirus: Kenya Records 7 New Deaths, 561 Cases And 355 Recoveries

admin — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:33:36 +0000

Kenya has recorded 561 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours from a sample size of 6,387.

The country’s caseload is now at 89,661.

On a sad note, 7 more patients have succumbed to the virus bringing the tally for fatalities to 1,552.

355 have also recovered, 274 from home-based care and 81 discharged from various hospitals. The tally for recoveries’ now 70,194.

Diseases Caused By Microwave Ovens

admin — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:13:31 +0000

A microwave is an electric machine that uses electromagnetic radiations to warm and cook foods. Microwaves are regarded by many people all over the world because it’s faster and convenient than a stove or jiko.

List of Diseases caused by microwave ovens

As much as we embrace its benefits, we should bear in mind that it uses electromagnetic radiations which are risky to the body.

List of Diseases caused by microwave ovens

Here are diseases and effects caused by microwaving food as highlighted on loveinspireamaze.com

1.Cancer

The electromagnetic radiations are carcinogenic in nature. All carcinogenic substances cause cancer. It’s reported that people who frequently microwave their foodstuffs are probable to fall victim to cancer. The cancer is attributed to the accumulation of radiations in the body.

2. Insomnia

Insomnia is a sleeping disorder. The brain is an organ that controls the whole body. It’s reported that radiations interfere with the production of melatonin hormone in the brain. This later causes insomnia. Scientifically, insomnia is a disease that affects the well-being of the body.

3. Fatigue

Fatigue is simply exhaustion. It occurs when the body fails to get rid of lactic acid that has accumulated in the body as result of anaerobic transpiration. In this case, electromagnetic radiations curtail efficient supply of oxygen to get rid of lactic acid hence leading to fatigue.

Other diseases caused by microwaving food include heart attack , vitamin deficiency and many others.

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Coronavirus Update: Kenya Records 16 New Deaths, 644 Cases And 1,060 Recoveries

admin — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:21:06 +0000

Kenya on Thursday recorded 644 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the country’s caseload to 90,305, Health CS Mutahi Kagwe has said. The CS in a statement confirmed that this was from a sample size of 6,811 representing a positivity rate of 9.4 percent.

The cumulative tests stand at 952,134. The country’s fatalities have risen to 1,568 after another 16 patients succumbed to the disease. Kagwe said that there are 994 patients currently admitted in various hospitals across the country. Another, 7,844 patients are on the home-based care program. A total of 55 patients are in ICU, out of which 27 are on ventilatory support. Fifty-three patients are separately on supplementary oxygen, out of which 46 are in general wards and seven in the HDU.

Meanwhile, 1,060 patients have recovered from the disease out of which 910 were from the Homebased care program while 150 were discharged from various health facilities. Kenya’s recoveries now stand at 71,254.

From the new cases reported on Thursday, 619 are Kenyans while 25 are foreigners. In terms of gender, 407 are males while 237 are females and the youngest in a one-year-old child and the oldest is 90. Nairobi leads with 158, Kiambu 69, Mombasa 67, Murang’a 56, Taita Taveta 36, and Nakuru 31.

Ladies Here Is How To Lighten Your Dark Armpits

admin — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 15:02:25 +0000

In other cases when such ladies wear sleeveless tops, they are careful not to lift their hands especially in the presence of crowds or people who may have a crush on them.

However, such ladies are in luck as there are several ways they can use to lighten their underarms without using a lot of money. Check some below.

1. Using potatoes

Potatoes are a great way to lighten dark armpits as they have a mild acidic property. All one has to do is to cut a thin slice the potato then rub it on their underarms. Another option is to grate the potato and apply the juice on the underarm. The juice should be allowed to dry for a period of 25 to 30 minutes after which it should be washed in lukewarm water. One should be able to notice the results in about a month’s time. Other than being cheap, it will not cause skin irritation.

2. Using lemons

Lemons are known for their bleaching properties. One only has to cut the lemon into two slices then rub the juice on the armpits. The juice should be allowed to dry off for about 10 minutes then the area be washed. This exercise should be repeated few times in a week before the results are seen. However, one should note that lemon juice can dry out ones skin and so a moisturiser should be applied once one is done.

3. Baking soda

Other than baking soda being used to whiten teeth, it can also be used to lighten dark armpits. All you have to do is mix the baking soda with water so as to make a thick paste. The paste should then be used to scrub the armpits after which it should be left for a period of 20 to 30 minutes. The paste should then be washed off. This exercise should be repeated as often as possible.

4. Other ways

Other than using the above ways, one can also lighten dark armpits using coconut oil and orange pills. The coconut oil should be massaged and the oil left for about 10 to 15 minutes on the armpit. It should then be washed off with mild soap and lukewarm water. The exercise should be repeated three times a day until the desired results are achieved.

As for the orange pills, they should be dried under the sun for a few days and then ground into powder form. Two teaspoonfuls of the powder should then be mixed with enough rose water and milk to make a paste. The paste should then be scrubbed under the armpits and left for about 15 minutes. The armpits should be washed with cold water and the exercise repeated thrice a week.

List Of Best Private Hospitals In Kitui County.

admin — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:55:12 +0000

Below is a list of the best private hospitals in Kitui County. The county has several private health facilities that offer quality and affordable medical services in areas such as Pediatrics, Gynecological, Guidance and Cancelling, Urological, Physiotherapy, Radiological, Surgical operations, General consultation, and Laboratory services.

Here is a list of the best private hospitals in Kitui County.

1) Jordan Hospital ltd

It is one of the best private hospitals in Kitui County that offers services such as; Dialysis, Urological, antenatal, guidance& canceling, radiology, family planning, and curative in-patient and outpatient services.

Location: Kitui Town, Off BAT ground

Contacts: 0712 992 241

2) Doctor’s Centre Kitui

Doctor’s Centre Kitui is a comprehensive medical enterprise whose purpose is to provide Access to quality healthcare for all who need it regardless of their economic status.

It’s categorized as an Obstetrician-Gynaecologist hospital and located at Nzambani Park Gardens, Kitui Resort road from General Hospital.

For more information call: +254 700799799

http://www.doctorscentrekitui.co.ke/

3) The Kitui Family Care Hospital

It offers general consultancy services, laboratory, pharmacy, vaccinations, minor surgery, pediatrics, and ENT clinic.

Location: Along Kilungya Street, Behind Nzambani Hardware, Kitui Town

Contacts: 0720 125 709

4) Neema Hospital

It is a top private hospital in Kitui County that mainly focuses on delivering quality healthcare and value for money. It offers both in-patient and out-patient services, immunization, maternity, obstetrics, dental and ENT services, physiotherapy, and ophthalmology.

Location: Next to Kitui Stadium Contacts: +254 721 380 388

5) Bliss Medical Centre

It is a branch of the Bliss Medical Centre offering general consultancy services with appointments for specialized Medical Consultancies.

Location: Opposite Jubilee College, Kilungya Road

Contacts: 0780 100 931

6) Kitui Maternity and Nursing Home

It is a general medical clinic and nursing home located in Kitui West

Contacts: 0714 217 366

7) Muthale Mission Hospital

It offer general consultation services. It offers 24-hour emergency medical services.

Contacts: 0717 797 047

8) Central Medical Clinic

Location: Kitui Bus Park, Opposite Kitui Centre Hotel

Contacts: 0721 494 579

9) Mumoni Maternity And Nursing Home

It is one of the best private practice nursing homes located in Mwingi Town.

Contacts: 0723 942 242

10) Mwingi Nursing Home

It offers antenatal services, basic emergency obstetric care, curative outpatient services, family planning, and medical consultations.

Location: Nzeluni- Mwingi Town

Contacts: 0727229446

11) Our Lady Of Lourdes Mutomo Hospital

It has a bed capacity of 124 with a workforce of 130. Medical services offered include; General outpatient care, dental services, pharmacy services, laboratory operations, imaging, maternity, and counseling services

Location: Mutomo, Kitui South

Contacts: +254 735 327 268

Requently asked Questions:

Conditions For Starting A Hospital in Kenya

Below are the requirements for starting a medical institution in Kenya i.e dispensary, medical clinic, eye clinic, eye hospital, health center, medical center, nursing home, maternity home, funeral home, level 3 mission hospital, level 4 mission hospital, level hospital, level 5 hospital, and a level 6 hospital.

These guidelines have been formulated by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.

Requirements For Starting A Medical Institution in Kenya

1. Obtain forms IX upon payment of Kshs. 1,000.00/=. Return the forms filled in and duly signed by the area Medical Officer of Health or the Provincial Medical Officer (PMO)

2. Provide Company/Business Registration Certificate

3. Submit a separate inspection report with relevant details signed by the inspection team.

4. Provide certified copies of professional qualifications of all medical personnel working therein e.g. Private Practice License for doctors and nurses and their Registration Certificates.

5. Provide building architectural plans that must be signed by relevant authorities

6. In the case of Hospitals, provide proof of mortuary/storage facilities for dead bodies.

7. In the case of Hospitals, a pharmacy run by a qualified pharmacist/pharmaceutical technologist must be in place.

8. Must pay relevant fees applicable in each category ( we have listed them below)

9. The Proprietor /Administrator/Director to ensure that:

The facility is kept clean
The Institution’s license is up to date
Health professionals working therein are registered/licensed appropriately

Below are the fees payable by the medical institutions

1. Dispensary

A health facility devoted to treating outpatients is not intended to be used for more than 12 hours. Either licensed to a Faith Based Organization (FBO) e.g. (church, mosque)

Charges; Application Fee– 1,000 Registration Fee-5,000 Annual License Fee-5,000

2. Medical Clinic

A private practice health facility devoted to treating outpatients is not intended to be used for more than 12 hours.

Charges; Application Fee-1,000 Registration Fee– 5,000 Annual License Fee-10,000

3. Eye Clinic

An outpatient facility by an ophthalmologist that exclusively offers eye services.

Charges; Application Fee-1,000 Registration Fee– 5,000 Annual License Fee-10,000

4. Eye Hospital

A facility that exclusively offers eye services and has:

• Outpatient facilities

• Admission beds

• Theatre

• Cataract surgeon/ ophthalmologist

Charges; Application Fee– 1,000 Registration Fee– 10,000 Annual License Fee– 30,000

5. Health Centre

A Faith-Based Organization (FBO), Community or registered organization, e.g. (school, company, church, or mosque. Comprised of consulting rooms, offices, treatment rooms, laboratory, and minor theatre providing health care services which include and are limited to providing basic health services minus specialized services e.g. x-ray, theatre, etc. Services provided: curative, inpatient, maternity, referral, ANC/FP/Immunization, and laboratory.

Charges; Application Fee– 1,000 Registration Fee-5,000 Annual License Fee– 10,000

6. Medical Centre

A consortium of facilities and practitioners offering different services in one location.

Charges; Application Fee-1000 Registration Fee-5000 Annual License Fee-10000

7. Nursing Home

A residential facility for persons with chronic illness which has:

• Theatre

• Mortuary

Charges; Application Fee– 1000 Registration Fee– 10,000 Annual License Fee– 20,000

8. Maternity Home

Reception of pregnant women or women immediately after childbirth and for antenatal services.

Charges; Application Fee-1000 Registration Fee– 10,000 Annual License Fee– 20,000

9. Funeral Home (standalone)

A facility where dead bodies are stored and undergo autopsy before cremation/ burial; may provide additional services including:

• Selling coffins

• Cremation

• Burial

• Transportation, among others.

Charges; Application Fee– 1,000 Registration Fee– 10,000 Annual License Fee-20,000

10. Level 3 Mission Hospital

A Faith-Based Organization (FB0) has:

• 50-100 inpatient beds

• An operating theatre

• Mortuary

• Radiology unit with X-Ray

• Resident medical practitioners or dentists

Charges; Application Fee-1,000 Registration Fee– 10,000 Annual License Fee– 20,000

11. Level 4 Mission Hospital

A Faith-Based Organization (FB0) has:

• 100 and above inpatient beds

• An operating theatre

• Mortuary

• Radiology unit with X-Ray

• Resident medical practitioners or dentists

Charges; Application Fee– 1,000 Registration Fee-10,000 Annual License Fee-20,000

12. Level 4 Hospital

An institution that has:

• 50-100 inpatient beds

• An operating theatre

• Mortuary

• Radiology unit with X-Ray

• Resident medical practitioners or dentists

Charges; Application Fee– 1,000 Registration Fee-20,000 Annual License Fee-50,000

13. Level 5 Hospital

An institution that has:

• 100-150 inpatient beds

• An operating theatre

• Mortuary

• Intensive Care Unit

• Radiology unit with X-Ray

• Resident medical practitioners or dentists

Charges; Application Fee-1,000 Registration Fee-30,000 Annual License Fee– 80,000

14. Level 6 Hospital

An institution that has:

• 150 and above inpatient beds

• An operating theatre

• Mortuary

• Intensive Care Unit

• Radiology unit with X-Ray

• Resident medical practitioners or dentists

Charges; Application Fee-1,000 Registration Fee- 30,000 Annual License Fee– 100,000

15. Inspection and accreditation of a medical or dental school

An institution that intends to train medical practitioners and dental practitioners.

Inspection and accreditation of a medical or dental school

Application Fee– 15,000 Registration Fee– 50,000 Annual License Fee-

Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board Contacts

Email: info@kmpdc.go.ke

Tel: 020-2728752 / 2711478 / 2724994

Mobile: +254 720 771 478/ +254 738 504 112

Website: kmpdc

Nairobi Woodlands Road off Lenana Road

P.O Box 44839 – 00100

Nairobi, Kenya