Kisumu County to Join Groundbreaking Study on Causes of Death in Adults Living with HIV

by Lorraine Anyango Kisumu County is set to participate in a groundbreaking new study led by Emory’s Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) program. This research aims to identify the specific causes of death among adults living with HIV in the region. The study comes amidst a growing population of older adults living with
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Kisumu County Champions Inclusion with Program for Children with Disabilities.

By Lorraine Anyango. Kisumu County is taking a significant step towards ensuring the well-being of children with disabilities in times of crisis. The county is implementing a two-year program, the Humanitarian Inclusivity Program (HIP), funded by the Innovation Norway and implemented by UNICEF. This initiative aims to bridge the gap in data, systems, and support
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Kisumu County Strengthens Collaboration for Disability Inclusion.

by Lorraine Anyango Kisumu County is a proud member of the Regional Collaborative Hub, a forum dedicated to advancing disability inclusion across various sectors. Ms. Carolyn Agwanda, Advisor to the Governor on Disability, represented the county at a recent forum meeting. A Platform for Collaboration: The Hub brings together stakeholders from various backgrounds: Shared Goals,
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Baby Miracle Beats the Odds in Rare Abdominal Pregnancy at JOOTRH!

By Lorraine Anyango Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) celebrates another medical marvel! A recent delivery wasn’t your typical case. This miracle involved a rare condition called an abdominal pregnancy. What is an abdominal pregnancy? It’s when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, often in the abdomen. This is very serious, happening
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Cyclists Pedal for Hope in Fight Against Childhood Cancer.

 By Lorraine Anyango A group of 20 cyclists, led by Dr. Jesse Lemmen, a medical doctor and Ph.D. student specializing in pediatric oncology, pedaled their way into Kisumu after completing a 100-kilometer journey from Eldoret. Their mission? To raise awareness about childhood cancer, a growing concern in the region. The team was met with a
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NOTICE FOR UNCLAIMED BODIES .

The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is issuing a notice regarding unclaimed bodies currently held in the hospital mortuary. Bodies Unclaimed for More Than Three Months This notice pertains to all bodies that have been unclaimed in the JOOTRH mortuary for a period exceeding three months. These bodies are subject to disposal
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Join us for the sickle cell Disease and Hemophilia Conference.

Transforming the Landscape of Sickle Cell Disease and Hemophilia Progress, Challenges, and Future Resolve Dates: June 12th-14th, 2024 Location: Ciala Resort, Kisumu, Kenya This important conference will bring together patients, healthcare providers, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the latest advancements in sickle cell disease and hemophilia management. Topics will include: Register as a Delegate: https://www.kisumu.go.ke/icsch-2023-2/
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Kisumu County Gears Up for Climate Action

By Lorraine Anyango . Kisumu County is preparing to utilize a 136.5 million Kenyan shilling grant from the World Bank for community-driven climate change initiatives. Funded through FLOCCA, the program will disburse funds in July 2024. A workshop convened by the Department of Water, Environment and Climate Change, and Natural Resources educated a climate change
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JOOTRH’S Upgrade on Fast Track: Cabinet Secretary Commits to Speedy Action.

By Lorraine Anyango.  The long-awaited elevation of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) to a level six facility received a significant boost after Cabinet Secretary for Health, Nakhumicha S. Wafula, pledged to look into the matter. Fast-Track Commitment: This move holds particular importance, as JOOTRH is currently the only county-managed hospital at this
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