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03 Feb
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HEALTH CEC HOSTS NATIONAL SYNDEMIC DISEASES COUNCIL OFFICIALS

The National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) Officials paid a courtesy call on the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech.
The Council previously known as the National AIDS Control Council (NACC) is mandated to manage syndemic diseases such as HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), malaria, leprosy, tuberculosis and lung disease.
The team led by Celestine Kinoti held talks on priority areas in curbing new HIV/AIDS infections among adolescents and teenagers as well as mother to child transmission in the county.
The County Government of Nandi is committed to advancing its response to HIV/AIDS, Alcohol and substance abuse especially among boys and young men which is a major cause of criminologenic behaviors and injecting drugs use that contributes to new HIV infections.
New HIV infections among the young people in Kenya are largely driven by layered vulnerabilities that calls for multi-sectoral response. NSDCC coordinates a national HIV data system to generate intelligence for a better targeted response.
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02 Feb
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HJF MEDICAL RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL OFFICIALS PAYS A COURTESY CALL TO THE CEC FOR HEALTH

HJF Medical Research International (HJFMRI) team earlier today paid a courtesy call on the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation to discuss areas of partnerships and collaborations.
HJF Medical Research International, Inc. (HJFMRI) has played a key role in the success of a number of medical programs. Working in Nandi County, HJFMRI focuses on infectious disease surveillance and outbreak response in conjunction with the County Government enabling clinicians and lab technicians at more than 30 facilities to study antimicrobial resistance, malaria drug resistance, influenza, enteric pathogens, acute febrile illness, sexually transmitted infections, Rift Valley fever, vector-borne illnesses and other infectious diseases.
The team was led by Dr Rachael, Dr Njeru, Dr Isaac, Dr Tallam, Cutner and Celestine.
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01 Feb
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BRITISH ENVOY OPENS MATERNITY WING IN KABIYET

UK High commissioner to Kenya H.E Jane Marriott has today officially opened a new Maternity Wing at Kabiyet Sub County Hospital that will benefit the residents of Mosop Sub County.
The facility is meant to decongest the hospital’s maternity ward and ensure efficient service delivery.
The British Government had established the first health facility in Kabiyet in 1934.
Speaking at the facility, H.E Mariott said the new and improved features of the new maternity wing were the result of the sustained partnership between the British government and the County Government of Nandi.
The High Commissioner thanked Governor Sang for demonstrating that devolution of the health sector can bring essential services closer to the people. “Your leadership has led to the opening of this modern maternity wing, furnished with state-of-the-art equipment. It is truly an impressive facility. We are also glad to note the construction and operationalization of new health facilities across the county to meet growing demands for health services. These kinds of improvements will lead to a healthier Nandi County,” said H.E Jane Mariott.
On his part, Governor Sang applauded the British government for partnering with the county Government of Nandi in delivering socio-economic development programmes. He said that the County was committed towards increasing investment in health care. “We are focused on strengthening all the building blocks of the health systems and through partnerships, expanding the diversity of the health services provided in order to be responsive to the population needs and emerging diseases as well as incrementally invest in strengthening primary health care and revamping community health services through legislation and allocation of the necessary resources,” he added.
He urged women to make use of the facility and shun home births, as they are risky because there is no professional help available to them in case a complication arises during delivery.
Kabiyet Sub County Hospital is one of the facilities that serve a large population in Mosop Sub County and with the opening of the new maternity wing; it will ease pressure and serve more women effectively.
The County Government of Nandi has also invested in other maternity facilities within the county and has built a new modern Outpatient Unit and Trauma Centre in Kabiyet Hospital which is operational. The facility also has a theatre which is ready for commissioning.
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26 Jan
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COUNTY DISTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL DRUGS

The County Government of Nandi is committed to provision of accessible and affordable healthcare to all the residents.
The Department of Health and Sanitation has begun the distribution of medical supplies which include pharmaceuticals and non-pharmaceuticals.
Speaking at Chemundu Dispensary while overseeing the delivery of drugs to the facility, County Pharmacist Dr Andrew Kisang said they have dispersed medicinal drugs and non-pharmaceutical items which would be distributed in all hospitals in the county from the level 5 facility to dispensaries.
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25 Jan
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AFYA BORA, SAUTI YETU NUTRITION PROGRAMME SET TO BEGIN IN MARCH

The County Government of Nandi envisions an empowered citizenry through an open and responsive government and has been on the path towards achieving some of the Open Government initiatives.

Together with National Taxpayers Association (NTA), the County has created an environment for non-state actors to assess the project implementation performance and to recommend actions for strengthening transparency and accountability.

Open Government Partnership (OGP) progresses into the third year with more partnerships in various sectors including Nutrition.

Earlier today, the County Government of Nandi together with NTA continued with deliberations with various groups as it gears towards initiating Nutrition programme in March this year. Dubbed “Afya Bora Sauti Yetu”, this programme focusses on Transparency and Openness in budgeting and execution of Nutrition programmes in Nandi County.

The three year programme is being funded by Christian Aid through NTA who are co-applicants to OGP membership with the County Government of Nandi.

Speaking at the event, the Deputy Governor H.E Dr. Yulita Cheruiyot, said that the county government of Nandi aspires to provide a benchmark for best practices in civic engagement, open procurement and disclosures of important information that is necessary for informed participation of citizens, effective oversight of government and its officials and the efficiency of government functionality.

Present were the former Chief Officer for ICT Jonathan Misoi and his Economic and Planning counterpart Felix Sambu who have been very instrumental in building capacity of the community members, Community Health Workers, Health Facility Management Committees and partners in Health sector.

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25 Jan
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COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSISTANTS RECEIVE MOTORCYCLES TO BOOST HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN NANDI

The County’s health sector has received a boost of motorbikes in bid to aid community health assistants mobility for seamless health care service delivery.
Governor Stephen Sang while flagging off the motorbikes and a vehicle that will aid in inspection and supervision on Friday, said the motorcycles will enable the community health assistants to reach Nandi residents with ease.
“We are improving access to primary health care across the county through a programme we have partnered with our development partners. This include community mobilization for immunization, contact tracing and disease surveillance, health education at community levels among others,” said the Governor.
Other medical equipment and facilities flagged off included suction machines, delivery beds and sets, phototherapy, radian warmers, examination couches among equipment that will bolster services in our maternity units.
Community health assistants (CHAs) play a major role in prevention and control of diseases in rural areas.
The County Department of Health and Sanitation aims to ensure all villages in the county have the capacity to mobilise individuals and households for better health outcomes. The CHAs are volunteers selected from their communities as the first link with the health system. The roles of CHAs include community mobilisation, health promotion at household and community levels, and linking the population with health facilities including referral of patients.
Present at the event were the Deputy Governor Dr Yulita Cheruiyot, the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech, Ag Chief Officer for Medical Services Fredrick Kiptum among other Officials.
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23 Jan
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RE-INVENTING THE WHEEL: CONDUCTING OUTREACH TO IMPROVE CERVICAL AND BREAST CANCER SCREENING

The incidence of cancer is increasing worldwide. Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in Kenya.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. It provides a perfect opportunity to raise awareness about cervical cancer and HPV vaccination.
As the second most common type of cancer in women in Kenya, breast cancer has become the leading cause of cancer death among women overall. But early detection and screening measures can help women lower their risks and seek treatment in time.
To help spread cancer awareness and access to treatment, the County Department of Health and Sanitation has been taking part in community events throughout the month of January which culminates to holding sensitization and screening exercises in all Sub counties.
“The outreach program is taking cancer screening directly to people where they live and work are an important way of expanding the reach of lifesaving healthcare efforts,” said Ruth Koech, the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation.
“We know cancer screening saves lives, and we know that not all our citizens can travel to healthcare facilities. Mobile screening helps close the gap and ensures we reach as many people as possible,” she added.
The County Government of Nandi is also is encouraging our thousands of Nandi residents and employees to Self-Check, learn about the risks and take appropriate steps to prevent cancer. There are regular screenings offered across all Health facilities in the County to help increase the chances of early detection.
On this Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we are reaching out to you to:
√ Get informed. Find out the facts about cervical cancer and the human papilloma virus (HPV) that causes it. Help educate other women in your life too.
√ Get screened. Cervical cancer screening typically starts at age 30 and is repeated periodically.
√ Get vaccinated. The HPV vaccine is given in 2 doses that should begin when a girl is between 9 and 14 years old.
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20 Jan
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GOVERNOR SANG FLAGS OFF DRUGS TO BOOST HEALTHCARE SERVICES

H.E Governor Stephen Sang has flagged off a consignment of drugs and medical supplies to complement efforts in providing quality healthcare in the Nandi.
The consignment to be distributed to all health facilities in the county includes essential medicines, Laboratory, dental, linen products, oncology/cancer, public health, renal products, medical equipment, and devices among others.
“On Monday this coming week all the health facilities and dispensaries across the county will receive drugs and medical supplies,” he Governor Sang.
This will ensure there is enough drugs in our facilities to last for three to four months.
The County boss appealed to all health facility committees and staff in different health facilities to ensure that there is prudent use of the medical supplies in order to curb wastage/pilferage for continuous service delivery to wananchi.
Present at the event were the Deputy Governor Dr Yulita Cheruiyot, the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech and Ag Chief Officer for Medical Services Fredrick Kiptum among other Officials from.
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19 Jan
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COUNTY EXECUTIVE INSPECTS ONGOING PROJECTS IN HOSPITALS

The CECM for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech conducted an extensive tour of Kapsabet County Referral and Nandi Hills Hospitals and took stock of development works.

The CEC Member inspected construction works on the coming up Kapsabet Mother and Child Hospital (MCH) and the ongoing Oxygen plant at Nandi Hills County Hospital.

She directed the executing agencies to redouble their efforts and speed up the pace of work and complete the building works the earliest and within the stipulated time.

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13 Jan
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DELIVERING BETTER CARE AND MORE UPGRADES AT OUR HOSPITALS

The County Government of Nandi is making sure our public hospitals and health services have the best facilities and the latest equipment to continue providing quality care and treatment for all Nandi residents.
Speaking after inspecting the ongoing expansion works at Mosoriot Sub County Hospital, the CEC Member for Health and Sanitation Ruth Koech said that, the project is about delivering targeted upgrades that make it easier for our dedicated nurses and doctors to continue doing what they do best – saving lives.
“By investing in new, modern infrastructure for our public hospitals, we’re making sure every resident of Nandi can access quality health services, no matter where they live,” she added.
The upgrade is meant to lessen workload at the Kapsabet County Referral Hospital and referrals outside the County.
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