Ministry of Health Strengthens Community Healthcare at Chepsaita Free Medical Camp
Nairobi, - The Ministry of Health has reaffirmed its commitment to taking quality healthcare directly to communities following the successful Chepsaita Free Medical Camp held at Chepkemel Primary School in Turbo Sub-County, Uasin Gishu County.
Representing the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr Ouma Oluga, the Director of Curative and Nursing Services, Dr Andrew Toro, said community medical camps continue to play a vital role in early diagnosis, treatment, referral, and health education. He noted that the Government is pleased to support the initiative and will continue working with partners to expand access to essential services across the region and the country.
Dr Toro said patients requiring specialised attention will be referred to appropriate hospitals to ensure timely care. He further highlighted the Ministry’s investment in mental health support, particularly in response to rising cases of drug and substance abuse among young people. Counselling and community health education, he stressed, remain priority interventions to protect families and support those affected.
He encouraged residents to register under the Social Health Authority (SHA), noting that the programme shields households from high out-of-pocket costs and guarantees access to care for all Kenyans.
Dr Toro also commended the recent groundbreaking of the 2,000-bed state-of-the-art MTRH facility in Uasin Gishu, describing it as a transformative investment that will elevate healthcare delivery and position the region as a leading centre of excellence.
On maternal health, he raised concern over pregnancy-related complications and assured the community that the Ministry is working with county governments to strengthen antenatal services and promote safe deliveries to protect mothers and newborns.
Dr Toro thanked residents for their strong turnout and reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to scaling up similar medical outreach programmes nationwide to ensure equitable access to quality and affordable healthcare.
The event was attended by the Patron of the Great Chepsaita Cross Country Run, Mr Farouk Kibet, Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii, senior Ministry of Health officials, local leaders, and residents from Chepsaita and neighbouring communities.