High costs, lack of access hinder Kenya's universal healthcare

Access to affordable, quality healthcare remains a major concern in Kenya, where many citizens face significant financial barriers to receiving essential medical services...
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Access to affordable and quality healthcare in Kenya remains a critical issue, with many citizens unable to afford essential medical services due to high costs and limited insurance coverage.
- 19 percent of the population is insured, leading to significant out-of-pocket expenses for hospital visits.
- Shalina Clifford, Group Chief Executive of Shalina Healthcare, stresses the need for a balance between quality and affordability in healthcare products.
- Rising healthcare costs and systemic inefficiencies push families deeper into poverty, exacerbated by currency depreciation affecting pricing.
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