County Government’s Ambitious Healthcare Plans to Benefit Trans Nzoia Residents
In a bid to revolutionize healthcare services, Trans Nzoia County Department of Health held a successful consultative meeting with various health stakeholders and partners.
The primary focus of the meeting was to identify and address existing gaps in health service delivery collaboratively. County CECM for Health, Dr. Pepelah Wanjala, applauded the valuable contributions of the partners in ensuring access to quality and affordable healthcare for the residents.
Among the top priorities highlighted during the meeting was the Governor George Natembeya’s ambitious healthcare manifesto. One of its key features is the construction of the state-of-the-art Tom Mboya Mother and Child Hospital.
This facility, set to be completed by January next year, will boast a 200-bed capacity and aims to provide comprehensive maternal and child healthcare services.
Additionally, the county is committed to upgrading nine primary health facilities, with the ongoing construction at Kachibora Primary Hospital in Cherangany being a significant step forward. The hospital is receiving new theaters, CSSV, X-ray units, and other essential equipment.
The addition of a new power generator will ensure a regular power supply, further improving healthcare delivery.
Another notable project in collaboration with the Safaricom Foundation is the construction of a modern maternity and child hospital. This facility will be equipped with theaters and CSS units to cater to the needs of expectant mothers and children. The construction contract has already been awarded, and groundbreaking is expected to happen soon.
Furthermore, the county aims to strengthen emergency and trauma services by converting Kitale Mt. Elgon Hospital into a specialized center. By transferring some services to the county referral hospital, this center will enhance value for money in healthcare provision.
With an emphasis on research and development, the county has restructured its financial resources allocation act. A significant portion of funds will now be allocated directly to health facilities and primary healthcare services. The county is also looking to enhance laboratory services by partnering with Israeli health company Smiths Kenya for equipment placement. Additionally, efforts are underway to secure more dialysis machines to meet the demand at Kitale Referral Hospital.
Dr. Wanjala stressed the importance of strengthening the Health Promotion and Training (HPT) component, calling on stakeholders to support the county’s efforts in this area.
Overall, the county’s focus on community healthcare is commendable.With 2240 community health promoters and 224 community units, level one health services will be effectively provided. To track progress and achievements, regular quarterly stakeholder and partners’ meetings have been proposed.
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