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Issue 19.
24/9/2021
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A legacy of firsts Hospital launches first-ever Masters’ of Medicine Programmes in Dermatology and Emergency Medicine in Kenya at an event filled with pomp and color By Edel Quinn Mwende Kenyatta National Hospital has registered yet another major milestone following the launch of the first-ever Masters’ of Medicine Programmes in Dermatology and Emergency Medicine in Kenya. The courses will be offered in collaboration with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and
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Technology. Ministry of Health Principal Secretary Susan Mochache, who presided over the launch described the launch as a ‘celebration of a major milestone of a journey that began in the year 2000’ to enable doctors to get training in the two medical fields. Kenya only has 34 dermatologists offering their services to the 47 counties; and KNH currently has
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6 of these doctors, all of whom have received training from various institutions abroad. In addition, there are only 3 registered emergency physicians in the whole country. “Regrettably, all of these specialists have been trained outside the country at a great expense to the Government,” said the PS. She however added that the
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http://www.knh.or.ke successful implementation of the MMed programmes will increase the number of trained specialists hence assist in fully realizing Universal Health Coverage and contribute majorly to the Big Four Agenda pillar on quality and affordable healthcare. “We envision that through this partnership of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT) in the next four years, we will be celebrating the achievement of the first batch of skin specialists and emergency physicians trained in Kenya,” added Ms. Mochache. KNH board chair, Mr. George Ooko encouraged KNH and JKUAT to extend training to other county hospital personnel to also help them handle Emergencies and Dermatology cases that arise. He mentioned that approximately 20 percent of Kenyans have skin ailments, and dermatology is a very important specialty in the country. KNH CEO, Dr. Evanson Kamuri said the launch of the two courses will propel the institution in fulfilling its mandate of providing a facility for medical education through the partnership with JKUAT. JKUAT Vice-Chancellor Prof. Victoria Ngumi emphasized the need for more collaborations saying this will ensure that the trained doctors excel in caring for the acute and critically ill patients visiting the healthcare facility.
KNH CEO, Dr. Evanson Kamuri giving a speech during the launch of MMed programmes in Dermatology and Emergency medicine at the KNH Diagnostics and reporting CentreSeminar room.
The four-year programmes will offer multi-disciplinary holistic care and will be available on a full-time basis and also incorporate county attachment for the doctors in their final year. The programmes were initiated by KNH to improve the quality of services at the institution. “It is worth noting that Kenya’s neighboring countries; Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Africa have started offering similar MMed
programmes; a revelation of the importance of the programmes” said Prof. Ngumi. As the biggest National referral hospital, KNH is proud to partner with the premier university; JKUAT, and with the support of the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Health, the Masters’ programmes will bridge the gap in Emergency medical care and Dermatology services.
Ag. DNS Mrs. Raheli Mukhwana (left), KNH CEO, Dr. Evanson Kamuri, Board Chairman Mr. George Ooko, Health PS Ms. Susan Mochache and VC JKUAT Prof. Victoria Ngumi cutting cake at the launch ceremony.
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Scaling KNH performance Excellence in Service Delivery through Performance Contracting By Neema Kemunto The Government in 2004 introduced Performance Contracting in the Public Service as one of the tools to improve service delivery. Since then, Performance Contracting has provided tremendous benefits to the Ministries, Departments, and Agencies. Some of them include improved efficiency in service delivery to the public; ensure holders of public office are held accountable for results; improvement in performance; efficiency in resource utilization, and ensuring that public resources are focused on the attainment of the key national policy priorities. Kenyatta National Hospital implemented Performance Contracting the same year it was introduced in the country. Currently, the Hospital is implementing the 18th cycle. Planning & Strategy Director, Mr. Job Makanga in an interview with Newsline said the PC process has improved the Hospital’s performance and fasttracked achievement of set targets. “Performance Contracting has ensured top management commits to deliver results hence nurturing a selfdriving culture of performance in the hospital. Roles & responsibilities of actors have been clearly defined, with targets to be achieved being stipulated in every year’s performance contract,” Mr. Makanga said. He further states that the process has seen the adoption of resource allocation to the identified priorities which have immeasurably powered the Hospital’s performance. The 2020/2021 cascaded PC signing exercise took place on September 2, 2021. The exercise was a culmination of rigorous activities that entailed target setting, negotiations and vetting. The exercise was facilitated by the Planning & Strategy team. Contrary to the norm, this year the Hospital took the top-down approach that saw target setting, negotiations, vetting and, signing begin with the Board Performance Contract being negotiated and vetted, then cascaded to the CEO and Senior Directors who then cascaded the targets to the Directors. Ultimately the HOD’s and HOU’s are expected to cascade the targets to their respective employees for implementation by September 30, 2021. Chief Executive Officer Dr. Evanson
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KNH management signing Performance Contract for the financial year 2021/2022
Kamuri graced the PC signing ceremony that took place at the Hospital’s board room. The CEO accentuated the performance contracting role as key to achieving the Hospital’s mandate; Mission & Vision; and hospital strategies and reiterated the Performance Contracting role in improving the hospital’s performance. He further applauded the Planning & Strategy team for the outstanding work of ensuring Performance Contracts are excellently & capably developed and monitored for implementation. “KNH Strategic plan is currently used by most organizations as a benchmark in the formulation of their corporate business and operational strategies,” stated Dr. Kamuri. He went on: “Mr. Job Makanga and his team are doing an excellent job in instilling accountability for results at all levels of the hospital through the performance-based management
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system, and in ensuring performance is consistently monitored and evaluated.” Dr. Kamuri emphasized the importance of employees embracing Performance Contracting. “For the Hospital to transform into a world-class patient-centered healthcare facility, it is paramount to measure performance through a structured system such as performance contracting.” He went on: “All KNH employees are expected to embrace and commit to their respective performance contracts and see to it that they are fully implemented as the Hospital commits to inculcating a results-oriented management culture.” 2021/2022 FY vetted and signed PCs are to be uploaded by the 24th of September, 2021 to allow for reporting of the quarter one targets to commence. “The Hospital Strategic plan was incorporated in the setting of the performance contract targets to ensure the Hospital’s priority areas are taken into consideration.” stated Mr. Wainaina, the Chief Manager Planning Monitoring & Evaluation. “The signed performance contracts will further be cascaded to all employees through the Hospital performance appraisal system for ease of execution” said Mr. Vincent Chagara, Manager Strategy & Performance. Monitoring of the Performance Contracts quarterly will be undertaken through the structured evaluation framework in the 18th cycle performance contracting guidelines. According to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager, Mr. Felix Kilumbi, continuous evaluation provides a basis for evidence-based decision making.
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The ABC of managing diabetes Learn how to manage diabetes and live longer with better quality of life than ever before
PHOTO | STOCK By Verah Mugambi & Naftali Ruto Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin (blood glucose), or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin (blood glucose) it produces. This results in elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia) which over time can lead to multiple organ damage. The most common complications of diabetes include – eye, heart and blood vessels, kidneys, nervous system, and foot complications leading to amputations. However, acute complications do occur such as Diabetes Ketoacidosis, and diabetes non-ketotic coma (hyperosmolar). Predisposing factors for diabetes include but are not limited to advancing age, family history, excessive body weight, excessive alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, stress, unhealthy diet, gestational diabetes mellitus, and chronic use of steroids. The most powerful tool in fighting diabetes is information. Whether it comes from medical experts or reallife accounts from those who live with the disease, information is the key.
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There are three main types of di abetes: Type 1 Diabetes; is thought to be caused by an autoimmune reaction (the body attacks itself by mistake) that stops your body from making insulin. Type 2 Diabetes; the exact cause of type 2 diabetes is unknown. Contributing factors may include genetics, lack of exercise, or being overweight. There may also be other health factors and environmental reasons. Gestational Diabetes; is due to insulin-blocking hormones produced during pregnancy. This typically occurs only during pregnancy. At Kenyatta National Hospital Diabetes and Endocrinology clinic, every Thursday from 9.00am to 12.00 noon, medics carry out classes on ways to manage diabetes. Anyone can attend the classes; a diabetic patient, their caregivers, or anyone curious to know more. “The patients need information about their condition, that’s why we introduced Diabetes Education,” Mr.
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Alfred Odanga, KNH Assistance Chief Nurse-Diabetes told Newsline as he escorted the team to where the lessons were being conducted. “Diabetes is a non-communicable disease and once diagnosed, you cannot cure it completely, but one can manage it. So, we came up with such classes to educate patients on how to live with it and avoid complications. Managing diabetes requires three aspects: Nursing (drug therapy) Nutrition (diet) and Physiotherapy (Physical) and we always have a representative to educate our patients on all three,” said Mr. Odanga. The Newsline team had a conversation with all three ‘teachers’ to understand managing this disease. “One fact about diabetes is you can have diabetes or pre-diabetes and not know it and unfortunately uncontrolled diabetes can affect every aspect of your health,” Ms. Maria Rimberia, Senior Nursing Officer at KNH Diabetes explained during the interview. Ms. Maria handles the Nursing/ drug therapy part. “Once the patient comes, we analyze their situation individually first then later we might put them in groups. Introduce them to other patients with similar challenges
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Ms. Maria Rimberia, Senior Nursing Officer at Diabetes clinic talks to patients during a clinic session. in managing the conditions,” she explained. Diabetes is a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke because diabetes may raise blood cholesterol levels. Education on treatment options like insulin injections; how to use it or when to stop using it, is paramount”. “Stress can also increase your blood sugar levels. By understanding other people’s experiences, successes, and failures, we hope that awareness about living with diabetes can be raised and understood.” Ms. Maria concluded. Ms. Margaret Muturi, a Nutrition Officer handles the Diet part. “Nutrition contributes to 70% when it comes to managing diabetes. We are what we eat.” said Ms. Margret in her opening remarks during the interview. “Diabetes is diet. There’s a certain stage one reaches and can manage diabetes by following a strict diet only. Meal plans depend on different patients who are at different stages. A balanced meal includes a source of starch from whole grains, lean protein, and a variety of vegetables. The portion sizes will vary, the plate method is the simplest form of portion control,” she pointed out. PRINCIPLES OF DIET MANAGEMENT • Have small frequent meals and avoid skipping meals. • Have your meals at regular time intervals. • Serve plenty of vegetables at the main meals. • Eat a variety of foods from the various food groups (starch, protein, and vegetables/fruits) at different mealtimes. • Avoid all kinds of salt. • Avoid alcohol intake. • Avoid sugar and related
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A group photo of some of the Diabetes clinic staff members. substitutes (sweeteners, honey, etc.) • Take at least 8 glasses of water daily. “The more you understand how food affects blood glucose, and your health in general, the easier it is to make adjustments to your diet. Discipline is very essential to
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“The more you understand how food affects blood glucose, and your health in general, the easier it is to make adjustments to your diet. Discipline is very essential to enable you to achieve the desired goals!” - Ms. Margaret Muturi, a Nutrition Officer
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enable you to achieve the desired goals!” Ms. Margaret concluded. Mary Njoroge, KNH Physiotherapist deployed at Diabetes clinic handles the Physical part of the classes. “The main aim of the physiotherapist is to improve the quality of our patient’s health”, Ms. Njoroge says. Exercise improves blood glucose control in type 2 diabetes, reduces cardiovascular risk factors, contributes to weight loss, and improves the wellbeing of a patient. Regular exercise may prevent or delay type 2 diabetes development. “The presences of fats in their bodies affect the absorption of breaking down the glucose in their bodies. So, we insist on a safe, controlled, and effective exercise routine one guided and analyzed by a physiotherapist,” she explained. Although there’s no cure for diabetes, various studies have shown some people can reverse it. Through diet changes and weight loss, you may be able to reach and hold normal blood sugar levels without medication. This doesn’t mean you’re completely cured.
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Management perspective By Godfrey Ekisa Osang’ir Management theories have been developed and used since management first became a standard part of business practice. While older theories still hold relevance, new theories continue to be developed and reviewed to conform to the current trends in business. Among the various disciplines of management, Human Resource Management (HRM) plays a major role in the effectiveness of any organization. The functions executed by the Human Resource are recruitment and placement of staff, induction, programs are undoubtedly great and orientation, compensation and contributors to workplace productivity benefits, training and development, thus a need for a training management performance management, industrial solution that offers flexible learning to relations, employee welfare, safety, the employees so that they can hone their skill sets in the most suitable and health. However, among the aforementioned hours without compromising on the functions, training and development job. It is therefore a significant element of employees is key to organizational that aids in making innovation and competitive advantage. innovative behavior in the workplace. It further plays a critical role in Innovation is the concept that enhancing employee performance makes any organization stand and increases productivity thereby out from the group. It helps resulting in organizational employees to upsurge their effectiveness. productivity through creating It, therefore, implies that and implementing innovative organizations need to consider processes and differentiates the cost, time, and effort organizations through involved in training and innovative products and development activities services. as an investment and Every task which is done value addition by people needs skills and rather than cost. up-to-date know-how to In the perform the task effectively and contemporary efficiently and when the task s c e n a r i o , and job become more complex organizations like to and complicated, there is a showcase their services need for capacity building. in the market and entice Training affects the attitudes the customers with new of employees and it helps in products and services equipping them with skills and as a result, that help in managing the retain a competitive conflicts between themselves advantage. as well as between employee Training and and employer. d e v e l o p m e n t Mrs. Winnie Human Resource data tend to trigger Mwangi- Director analytics has proved that creative learning Human Resource there is much to training and and continuous development of employees with improvement which both short and long-term results. comes as a mutual benefit where the Employee Satisfaction and organization becomes Customer Satisfaction more productive and Employee satisfaction raises the employees stay employee productivity, and higher updated with the productivity means greater service latest skillset required and value to the customers. for an excellent This value leads to increased performance. customer satisfaction and loyalty Training and which promotes profitability and d e ve l o p m e n t
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continued success. Depending on the market segment and industry, between 40 and 80 percent of customer satisfaction and customer loyalty is accounted for by the relationship between employee attitudes and customer-related variables. In today’s marketplace, the mantra of many service firms is enhanced efficiency and productivity to increase their bottom line through expanded revenue. When employees are happy, they treat customers well. This implies that increased job satisfaction and skills lead to an increase in employee morale which leads to an increase in employee productivity and customer satisfaction. Employee Retention While significant changes have marked the business landscape, the retention of the right people is just as relevant as before. Organizations with successful training programs typically see a significant increase in employee retention. Employee retention ensures sustainable productivity, reduced company cost, and reduced training time. Companies are facing a new situation where they are expected to deliver business results on a much tighter budget which means that the departure of an employee with key competencies can have a significant impact on financial results which is being watched by investors more closely. Employee turnover is a concern for firms in every business unit since many of the projects, activities and services are disrupted and replacement of these talented, knowledgeable, and skilled staff involves a process that is costly and time-consuming. Kenyatta National Hospital has stood out as a hub of training entity over the years championing the training of its employees as envisaged in the hospital’s mission statement.
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Striving for zero suicide as the world commemorates national suicide prevention month
By Yvonne Gichuru There is growing alarm in Kenya over the shocking rise in the number of suicide cases in the country. Almost 500 people are reported to have killed themselves in the three months to June this year, more than the whole of 2020, according to Government Statistics. “The youngest person to take their life was nine years old; the oldest 76. The 483 deaths recorded during the period were a marked increase on the annual average of about 320 cases,” the Ministry of Health reported. Data from the World Bank puts suicide mortality rates in Kenya at 6.1 people in every 100,000, with men being in the highest risk category, with 9.1 men in every 100,000 being affected. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness on this stigmatized, and often taboo topic. In addition to shifting public perception, we aim to spread hope and vital information to people affected by suicide. During this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day commemoration themed “Working together to prevent suicide”, the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) called everyone to action to reflect on the importance of human rights and the protection of the fundamental freedoms for all. Noting the sacred nature of the life of every human being, the commission
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reiterated the primacy of the respect and protection of human rights in creating a just and more sustainable country where fewer people resort to suicide as an escape from hardships. Economic hardships heightened by the pandemic as well as the stigma surrounding suicide attempt survivors are seen as possible reasons behind the mental health crisis reaching a new peak in the country. Although data is still being collected to determine the severity of the long-term risks associated with coronavirus, psychiatric problems including depression, anxiety and mood changes leading to suicide are some of the far more dangerous risks. According to Mrs. Judy Murithi, a psychologist at the Employee Assistance Program, KNH, Covid-19 has revealed high levels of stress, burnout, anxiety, and depression at the workplace, especially for KNH staff working as frontline workers. “Suicidal cases have been few among KNH staff members,
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“Suicidal cases have been few among KNH staff members, however, more for their dependants due to loss and grief.” - Mrs. Judy Murithi, a Psychologist at the Employee Assistance Programme, KNH
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however, more for their dependants due to loss and grief. Those who have lost their loved ones, feel like life has no meaning; they feel trapped, hopeless, and angry which leads them to be unstable,” she added. Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background. It is often the result of an untreated mental health condition and although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues. While suicide prevention is important to address all year round, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month provides a dedicated time to come together with collective passion and strength around a difficult topic. Mrs. Murithi states that we should be keen to notice the warning signs displayed by individuals who are at risk for suicide through provision of a comprehensive evaluation performed by a clinician to confirm suspected suicide risk on an individual undergoing treatment. “The most effective way of preventing suicide is by early identification and treatment. Working together towards the goal of preventing suicide will enable people at risk not to attempt suicide or die by suicide. Everyone should be able to create a support system that will assist to fill the missing gap. These people just need someone to hold their hand. All problems have a solution” concluded Mrs. Murithi.
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Mbagathi hospital receives Oxygen Tank to boost the fight against Covid-19
Dr. Anne Ng’ang’a (right) MOH Head of Covid-19 Health Emergency Response Project during the handing over of the Oxygen tank to Senior Director Clinical Services, Dr. Irene Inwani (left) at Mbagathi Hospital
By Winfred Gumbo & Yvonne Gichuru As part of the Ministry of Health Covid-19 response project in supporting national and county facilities, a project funded by the World Bank ensured installation of the 20,000ltr liquid oxygen tank that will sufficiently supply oxygen to patients at Mbagathi Hospital. The oxygen tank which was supplied by BOC Kenya Limited was received by Dr. Anne Ng’ang’a, the MOH Head of Covid-19 Health Emergency Response Project, and Dr. Irene Inwani, Senior Director Clinical Services who appreciated the gesture as it will ensure regular supply of Oxygen at the Hospital. Eng. John Kamau, the Project Manager, BOC Kenya Limited said the tank will help supply sustainable, reliable, and high-quality oxygen to Covid-19 patients. “This project aims to ensure we have adequate oxygen for this isolation facility. This is a bulk storage tank, compared to the small gas cylinders, this tank stores liquid oxygen in bulk to ensure a continuous flow of oxygen. The consumption will be monitored and once the levels are low, it will be replenished from the suppliers” he
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said. According to Eng. Patrick Chepkonga – HOD Biomedical Engineering, the Oxygen is connected directly to the user pools. It first converts the liquid Oxygen into gaseous Oxygen then taken it directly to the wards. “The initial system we had required us to change up to a maximum of 60 cylinders in a day when the demand was high. This current system is in a parallel system whereby in case the liquid is not available the gas cylinders can be used as backup for an emergency. However, at the moment when the tank is in use, we do not need the cylinders,” he said.
Eng. Chepkonga added that he estimates the tank will take up to 10 days without refilling it with the current consumption rate. “This project comes with a whole year supply which makes this one of the best projects so far” he concluded.
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OUR STORY IN PICTURES
KNH Board chairman Mr. George Ooko, KNH CEO Dr. Evanson Kamuri while receiving blood donation beds from the Israeli Embassy presented by Mrs. Dvora Yarkon Dorsman
KNH Board chairman George Ooko and KNH CEO Dr. Evanson Kamuri display the performance contract for the financial year 2021/2022
KPCC staff members cut a cake to celebrate the hand hygiene campaign week
A section of KNH staff during the handing over of 20,000 litre Oxygen tank at Mbagathi Hospital.
KNH CEO Dr. Evanson Kamuri (3rd left) with KNH staff who attended the medical outreach camp at Royal Nairobi Golf Club
CEO KNH Dr. Evanson Kamuri (left), Chief Manager Marketing and Communication Mr. Dave Opiyo sign the performance contract for the financial year 2021/2022. Looking on is Mr. Job Makanga - Director Planning and Strategy
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Focus on Maternal and Newborn Care as the World marks Patient Safety Day
By Winfred Gumbo Kenyatta National Hospital participated in celebration to commemorate this year’s World Patient Safety Day. The event is observed annually on September 17 to raise awareness on patient safety and call for urgent collaborative efforts to reduce patient harm. Specifically, the event, whose this year’s theme is “Safe Maternal and Newborn Care”, aims to raise global awareness on the issues of maternal and newborn safety, particularly during childbirth, engage multiple stakeholders and adopt effective and innovative strategies to improve maternal and newborn safety. It further calls for the adoption of best practices at the point of care to prevent avoidable risks and harm to all women and newborns during childbirth. According to World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 810 women die every day from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. In addition, around 6700 newborns die every day, amounting to 47 percent of all under-5 deaths. Moreover, about 2 million babies are stillborn every year, with over 40 percent occurring during labour. Considering the significant burden of risks and harm women and newborns are exposed to due to unsafe care, compounded by the disruption of essential health services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the campaign is even more important this year.
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According to Health CAS Dr. Rashid Aman, the government’s effort to improve maternal and newborn healthcare cannot be wished away. “This year’s World Patient Safety Day theme is of vital importance in helping the Government combat Covid-19. The event is timely due to concern in pregnant and breastfeeding women in this era,” said Dr. Aman. “Many women lose their lives as they bring new lives thus this event gives us an excellent opportunity to reflect the challenges as we scale the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Agenda to improve patient outcome,” the CAS continued. “The Ministry of Health seeks to enhance patient safety understanding by engaging stakeholders in providing safe maternal health care,” added the CAS. “The government has thus made remarkable steps in improving quality maternal health care and newborn care which was witnessed when H. E.
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President Uhuru Kenyatta launched the Linda Mama initiative on 1st June 2013. The programme has helped reduce maternal deaths,” he added. It was however, noted that the majority of stillbirths and maternal and newborn deaths are avoidable through the provision of safe and quality care by skilled health professionals working in supportive environments. This can only be achieved through the engagement of all stakeholders and the adoption of comprehensive health systems and community-based approaches. The event was attended by representatives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Infection Prevention Network Kenya, Infection Control Africa Network (ICAN), the Society for Quality Healthcare Kenya, Project ECHO, Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, the Midwives Association of Kenya, White Ribbon Alliance among others. The event was moderated by Dr. Lydia Okutoyi, Director, Healthcare Quality (HCQ) Division and the President of Society for Quality Healthcare Kenya, Dr. Simon Kibias from the Ministry of Health, and Dr. Rhoda Kalondu among others. World Patient Safety Day was established in 2019 to enhance global understanding of patient safety, increase public engagement in the safety of health care and promote global actions to enhance patient safety and reduce patient harm.
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Fire safety & burns awareness campaign launched at KNH
Africa Fire Mission staff demonstrate use of fire blanket to put out LPG gas explosion By Ngure Jacqueline Kenyatta National Hospital in partnership with Burns Society of Kenya and other stakeholders commemorated the 2021 Fire safety and Burns Awareness week, from 20 th to 25 th September, 2021, an activity aimed at sensitizing the public on fire safety and prevention of burn injuries. Speaking during the launch of the awareness campaign week at KNH, KPCC Director, Dr. John Ngigi who represented the CEO, said that fire incidents and burn injuries are some of the most devastating occurrences in our country as they lead to loss of lives, disability, permanent scars on victims and loss of property worth millions of Kenya shillings. “KNH statistics indicate that we admitted 698 burn cases between July 2020 and June 2021, 45 % of which were children below 5 years. Out of these, scald burns were about 85%. Adults between the ages of 2040 years account for 55% of the total admissions majority of who are men,” said Dr. Ngigi. According to Dr. Benjamin Wabwire, KNH Head of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, 72% of all burn admissions in the period under review, were from Nairobi County’s informal settlement
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St. John’s Ambulance officers demonstrate first aid for burn injuries areas such as Kibra, Kayole, Mathare, Mukuru & Kawangware. LPG gas explosions have steadily increased causing about 13% of the burn injuries, while scalding and Gender Based assault resulted in 50% and 2.8% burn injuries respectively. Kenyatta National Hospital being the apex of the referral system in Kenya, we take a leading role in the management of burns and burn
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related complications. The Hospital in collaboration with the Government of Kenya and key partners is finalizing the establishment of a state of the art Burns and Pediatric Emergency Centre, the only one of its kind in the East African region. The theme of this year’s event is “Zingatia Usalama wa jamii, zuia moto.”
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Medical outreach: KPCC pitches camp at Royal Nairobi Golf Club By Petterson Njogu A multidisciplinary team from Kenyatta Prime Care Centre held a medical outreach at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club. In an event dubbed “September Pendant”, the outreach targeted players, caddies, and club staff. During the one-day event, 103 members underwent doctor’s consultation, weight and height assessment to determine body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, blood sugar levels checkup, and nutrition and dietetics counseling on healthy living as this was in line with the event’s theme “Good Health for Long Life” Speaking during the occasion, KNH Chief Executive Officer Dr. Evanson Kamuri applauded the collaboration between the golf club and KPCC highlighting the benefits of the activity.
Irene Kamau (left), a nutritionist at Kenyatta Prime Care Centre helps a golfer undergo weight and height assessment to determine his BMI during the medical outreach at Royal Nairobi Golf Club “This relationship between KNH and Royal Nairobi Golf Club is only getting
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stronger. These events and medical camps should be frequent and my team will always go out of its way to support such,” said Dr. Kamuri. Participants at the event were also vaccinated against Covid 19. Additionally, Kenyatta Prime Care Centre seized the opportunity to market its services while increasing the visibility of the KPCC brand. “Royal Nairobi Golf Club is one of the 65 corporates and insurance schemes that have signed a binding medical service agreement with us to offer prime healthcare services to its members; the agreement has lived to its terms fully where mutual benefits have been enjoyed by both parties and we will certainly want to make this sustainable for the long run,” added Dr. John Ngigi, Director Kenyatta Prime Care Centre.
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