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World Prematurity Day – Sensitization on Challenges posed by Pre-term Births Globally

Murang’a county Government, Health Department in Partnership with Nutrition International (NI) commemorated World Prematurity Day. This Day is meant to sensitize the public and various stakeholders on challenges and burden of pre-term births at a Global scale.
Health Practitioners from Murang’a County Referral Hospital (MCRH) were sensitized on the Management of Pre-term babies with breathing difficulties that is management of Respiratory Distress Syndrome.
A Procession was conducted across Murang’a town where the public was sensitized on prevention of prematurity births and quality care offered to preterm babies. Later, a celebration at the Hospital followed where the Newborn and Child Health Focal Person and other Health Workers in the department appreciated the support from County Government, particularly procurement of medical equipment and Afya KE which has made Documentation and Patients care efficient.
The County Government Maternal Programme which is aimed at improving Ante Natal Care (ANC) attendance, will aid in reduction of pregnancy complications, including preterm births.
Among the invited guests were survivors who were born before term and are now healthy babies together with their parents where they shared success Maternal stories.
The Department of Health has a plan on reducing Neonatal and Perinatal deaths related to prematurity.
In attendance: Deputy County Director Health Dr. Kairo Kimende, County Nutrition Coordinator Madam Nancy Mwangi, NI-Murang’a County Project Coordinator Ms. Purity Gitonga, Nutrition International County Programs Coordinator Madam Joan Irungu, Child Health Focal Person Madam Irene Mucheru and Nurture First Program, Officer Elizabeth Muiruri.
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New Dialysis Center at Kigumo Sub-County Hospital

H.E. Dr. Irungu Kang’ata, together with Hon. Carol Wairimu (MCA, Kigumo Ward), has officially launched a new dialysis center at Kigumo Sub-County Hospital in partnership with Benacare!
The center is fully equipped and ready to support patients with kidney conditions, providing up to 60 dialysis sessions weekly with 17 patients already registered. This makes Kigumo Hospital the second facility in the county to offer dialysis services, joining Murang’a Level 5 Hospital.
This launch is part of the county’s mission to decentralize healthcare and bring essential services closer to our people.
Attended by:
Deputy Governor H.E. Stephen Munania
CECM Health Dr. Fredrick Mbugua
Benacare CEO Naomi Munari
Key county health leaders and partners
Murang’a County Government is committed to making healthcare accessible for all!

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Murang’a County Government Hosts Birth Companion End-Line Dissemination Meeting

The Murang’a County Health Department, in collaboration with key stakeholders, today hosted the Birth Companion End-Line Dissemination Meeting. The Birth Companion initiative, introduced in Murang’a County through Jhpiego Kenya’s ANC PNC Research Collective (ARC) project in collaboration with ICHR-K, aligns with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendation to enhance the childbirth experience for mothers globally by having a birth companion.

Launched in January 2023 and implemented across 12 healthcare facilities, the program has significantly improved maternal health outcomes. Results show increased overall satisfaction in the birthing experience, healthier newborns, shorter labor durations, reduced need for cesarean sections, and a decrease in reliance on pain medication.

The meeting brought together key partners, including the National Government, Jhpiego,ICHR-K, Jacaranda Health, and Marie Stopes, to share insights from the intervention and explore strategies to expand Birth Companion coverage across the county.

The session was presided over by the Chief Officer of Health, Isaac Kangara, and attended by Director of Health, Dr. Mburu, alongside representatives from various program partners.

This collaborative effort underscores the growing impact of the Birth Companion initiative on maternal care in Murang’a County and the potential for broader adoption across other regions.

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