Government Expands Health Infrastructure to Boost UHC, Says PS Oluga
PS Oluga said the Ministry of Health is investing in inpatient wings, maternity facilities and providing technical support to counties to improve service delivery and access to healthcare across communities. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenyan government is significantly expanding health infrastructure and county healthcare systems to bolster Universal Health Coverage (UHC), according to Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Oluga. These efforts are aimed at improving access to quality healthcare across the nation.
- The government is investing in inpatient wings and maternity facilities, and providing technical support to counties.
- Key personnel include Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Oluga and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.
- Kenyans are urged to register with the Social Health Authority (SHA) to sustain services, with ongoing outreach programs like the Maragoli Hills Free Medical Camp offering consultations and screenings.
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