Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) infused technology in faster testing of Tuberculosis (TB)

by Lorraine Anyango. In a monitoring and progress update tour of the JOOTRH, The Manager, of the National TB Program, Dr. Immaculate Kathure has applauded the facility for its fast turnaround time in TB testing-which feeds into the fights against the respiratory disease. Dr. Kathure said employing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered testing machine has
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JOOTRH Introduces Online HDF Technology for Improved Dialysis Care.

By Lorraine Anyango. Patients seeking dialysis services at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) will now benefit from improved toxin clearance, reduced inflammation, and enhanced quality of life. This follows the placement of seven new Online HDF machines, a partnership that positions JOOTRH as a leader in renal care in the region. JOOTRH joins
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Kisumu County Mulls Ambitious Plan to Provide Consistent Hot Meals to Early Childhood Learners.

By Lorraine Anyango. The Kisumu County Department of Education, Technical Training, Innovation, and Social Services is exploring an ambitious plan to provide hot meals consistently and sustainably to Early Childhood (ECDE) learners. The current practice of feeding approximately 45,000 children enrolled in ECD centers across the county has been sporadic, leading to dropouts whenever meals
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Lake Region Digital Health Conference Concludes Successfully.

By Lorraine Anyango. Dr. Richard Lesiyampe, CEO of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH), officially closed the inaugural Lake Region Digital Health Conference, a joint initiative of Kisumu County and Homabay County. The conference, themed “Harnessing Technology for Inclusive UHC: Innovating, Integrating, and Elevating Digital Health,” brought together stakeholders and partners working at
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Digital Health: A Catalyst for Improved Healthcare Access in Communities

By Lorraine Anyango  The challenge of inadequate healthcare access within communities can be addressed through the increased distribution of digital devices to Community Health Promoters (CHPs). These devices, equipped with training manuals and refresher courses, can serve as a valuable tool for enhancing CHP knowledge and service delivery. Beyond improving access, digital devices can also
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Advancing Digital Health in the Counties.

By Lorraine Anyango The ongoing Lake Region Digital Health conference has underscored the critical role of technology in transforming healthcare delivery in the region. Participants emphasized the need to integrate digitally inclined staff into county health departments to accelerate the digital health agenda. A key focus of the conference was the potential of localizing digital
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Kisumu County Gears Up for Holistic Early Childhood Development.

Kisumu County is poised to revolutionize early childhood education with the imminent implementation of the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Act 2023. The Act, designed to ensure a comprehensive and nurturing upbringing for children, is currently undergoing final regulatory processes. According to Mr. Bovince Ochieng’, the Chief Officer for Education, Technical Training, Innovation, and Social Services,
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Kisumu Conducts Verification of Public Primary Schools Assets

By Matilda Atieno The Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) is currently in Kisumu for a verification exercise of public primary schools, to ensure the preservation of the assets of the primary schools and ECDE facilities previously under the management of the Municipal Council of Kisumu. The exercise spearheaded by IGTRC alongside the County Committee members
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The Girls Summit 2024 in Kisumu

By Matilda Atieno After weeks of meticulous preparation, the 6th edition of the Girls Summit 2024 in Kisumu finally arrived. The Girls Summit hosted by the county government of Kisumu in collaboration with courageous organizations who work with underserved girls to strengthen their programs, learn practical ways to build girls’ power in their communities, and
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