The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has launched a formal investigation into claims of faith-based healing for serious medical conditions made by some medical practitioners during a religious crusade in Nakuru. KMPDC describes these claims, including those for HIV/AIDS and cancer, as unverified and potentially harmful, warning against abandoning scientifically-proven treatments.

• KMPDC issued a statement on Saturday 3 January, condemning the unverified statements made by medical practitioners.
• The investigation involves collaboration with the Ministry of Health and other regulatory bodies, with potential legal action against practitioners involved in the Nakuru healing event.
• The council reiterated that medical treatments must be based on scientific evidence and warned that relying solely on spiritual interventions for serious illnesses can lead to worsened health outcomes.