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August 21, 2026
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KNH urges non-emergency patients to seek care elsewhere as strike strains hospital

KNH urges non-emergency patients to seek care elsewhere as strike strains hospital

KNH urges patients seeking non-emergency care to consider other hospitals amid congestion following strikes in other counties...

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Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) is urging non-emergency patients to seek care elsewhere due to increased patient volumes caused by the ongoing health workers' strike.

  • The strike has led to significant congestion, long queues, and delays at KNH, impacting patient access to services.
  • KNH, a national referral hospital, is receiving patients who would typically be treated at county facilities.
  • President William Ruto has directed officials to resolve the salary deadlock within one week, while unions maintain the strike will continue until their demands are met.

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