Kimani Wamatangi

Governor Waives Sh 4million Medical Bills At Thika Level 5 Hospital

Governor Waives Sh 4million Medical Bills At Thika Level 5 Hospital

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi on Tuesday announced a waiver of hospital bills for sixty patients at Thika Level 5 hospital totalling over Sh4 million The Governor issued an executive order directing the hospital to discharge the patients, some of whom had been admitted for a period of more than six months. Twenty-four patients were discharged on Tuesday afternoon, while the remaining awaited their release as the hospital management finalized logistics and assessed all eligible cases. Speaking during the discharge of the first group of beneficiaries, Thika Municipal Board Manager Mr. Gathii Kanyi emphasized that patients who are detained in health…
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Kiambu Governor Orders Probe into Allegations of Malpractice by Health Workers

Kiambu Governor Orders Probe into Allegations of Malpractice by Health Workers

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has ordered investigations into allegations of malpractice by a few health workers accused of colluding with private clinic owners to deny patients services and medications in order to refer them to the private facilities. The governor said those found guilty will face legal action in addition to termination. Speaking at the groundbreaking of the Uthiru Level Three Hospital in Kabete, the governor expressed concern over reports of patients being denied care and treatment at public health facilities. He said that despite significant investments in the health sector, including securing drug supplies and acquiring necessary equipment, some…
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