World Haemophilia Day: Over 5,000 Kenyans living with blood disorder
Kenyatta National Hospital will this morning join the global community in marking World Haemophilia Day under the theme “Diagnosis: First Step to Care”, shining a spotlight on the power of early diagnosis in transforming lives. The event brings together healthcare specialists..
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On World Haemophilia Day, Kenyatta National Hospital is highlighting the critical importance of early diagnosis for individuals living with this rare blood disorder.
- An estimated 5,300 Kenyans are living with haemophilia, a genetic condition where blood doesn't clot properly.
- The Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, is leading the celebrations under the theme “Diagnosis: First Step to Care.”
- Despite growing awareness, Kenyan patients face challenges including misdiagnosis, high treatment costs, and limited access to care, with Haemophilia A and Haemophilia B being the most prevalent types.
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World Haemophilia Day: Over 5,000 Kenyans living with blood disorder - April 2026
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