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Topic: Health

Health workers threaten nationwide strike over delayed UHC staff confirmation

By Stecy Atieno   2026-07-15 12:19:54

Health workers have threatened a nationwide strike from Monday unless county governments immediately confirm more than 7,400 Universal Health Coverage staff to permanent and pensionable terms.

Health PS warns schools over drugs hidden in pens, perfume bottles

By Jane Mugambi   2026-07-14 16:15:49

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, has said the fight against drug and substance abuse should not be left to the teachers or school administration.

Journalists at risk of burnout as MCK pushes for better mental health reporting and support

By Rodgers Otiso   2026-07-13 12:12:30

Journalists urged to strengthen ethical reporting on mental health while also prioritising their own mental well-being, as Kenya prepares for the next General Election.

Healthcare boost as Webuye Hospital receives Sh.50 million Health equipment

By Jackline Inyanji   2026-07-09 13:43:24

Medical services received a major boost in Bungoma County after the National government in collaboration with a local Rotary organization, donated  medical equipment to store and transport vaccines.

Barasa under pressure as health unions threaten countywide strike

By Benard Lusigi   2026-07-08 14:35:41

Five health workers' unions have issued Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa with a three-day ultimatum to resolve a standoff over the signing of a long-awaited Recognition Agreement

EBOLA WATCH: Ebola response at risk as DRC health workers threaten strike

By Eunice Omollo   2026-07-07 15:18:01

The Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo is under growing strain as health workers threaten to strike over unpaid allowances while infections and deaths continue to rise.