Koti Oral Health Care Program Activates 439 ECDE Schools in Uasin Gishu County

In a significant stride towards promoting oral health among young learners, Uasin Gishu County has achieved a notable milestone with the activation of 439 Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) schools under the Koti Oral Health Care Program.

This achievement, representing a commendable 65.6 per cent activation rate, was disclosed during a recent County Health Management Team meeting.

Various sub-counties within Uasin Gishu reported their progress in implementing the oral health care initiative, unveiling the substantial efforts made in activating ECDE schools across the region.

Ainabkoi sub-county led with the activation of 42 schools, followed by Soy with 97, Moiben with 69, Turbo with 97, Kesses with 75, and Kapseret with 59 ECDE schools. Each activated school received oral health care kits, emphasizing the importance of fostering proper oral hygiene practices among young learners.

Dr. Abraham Serem, the County Executive Committee Member for Health Services, underscored the ongoing activation exercise’s objective of achieving a 100% activation rate across all learning centers.

Dr. Serem emphasized the crucial role of instilling proper oral hygiene habits from a young age to ensure optimal oral health among ECDE students.

Moreover, a collaborative partnership with Colgate Palmolive has facilitated the identification of selected ECDE schools for the drilling of boreholes.

These schools include Lamiywet in Kapkures, Murgor in Tapsagoi, Kapirong in Karuna/Meibeki, Kipkoriony in Kaptagat, Koibeot in Sergoit, AIC Mumetet in Simat, and Chuchuniat in Kesses. This initiative aims to enhance access to clean and safe water for learners, thereby promoting overall health and well-being within school communities.

Dr. Paul Wangwe, the Chief Officer for Promotive and Preventive Health, highlighted that the activation of ECDE schools under the Koti Oral Health Care Program signifies a steadfast commitment to improving oral health practices among young children.

Furthermore, it reflects a proactive approach towards fostering comprehensive health and hygiene standards within educational settings, ensuring a conducive learning environment for all students.

The activation of 439 ECDE schools underscores Uasin Gishu County’s dedication to prioritizing the health and well-being of its youngest citizens, setting a commendable example for other regions to follow in promoting oral health care initiatives within educational institutions.