The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sickle cell disease through ongoing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) reforms.
Speaking at the Kenya Sickle Cell Disease Symposium 2026 held at Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, said the Government is implementing reforms in health financing, digital health, health workforce development and health commodity security to improve access to quality healthcare for all Kenyans.
He noted that the Social Health Authority (SHA) is reducing financial barriers to care, while investments in digital health systems, workforce development and reliable access to essential medicines are enhancing service delivery across the country.
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