The Ministry of Health, through the Division of Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Other Lung Diseases (DTLD), has launched a series of sensitization trainings to prepare healthcare workers for the rollout of two new tuberculosis preventive treatment (TPT) regimens recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). The sessions are part of Kenya’s renewed drive to stop TB […]
The National Tuberculosis (TB) Program is undertaking a technical assistance mission in Busia County as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen TB prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across priority counties. The visit, led by Mr. Wesley Tomno, Care and Treatment Coordinator at the National TB Program, brought together county health leaders, health workers and partners to […]
At Semara Hotel in Machakos County, healthcare workers from Nakuru, Nairobi, and Murang’a counties have gathered for a transformative training session aimed at strengthening their skills in managing tuberculosis (TB) and other chronic lung diseases. Among them is Dr. Neimah Barasa, a dedicated TB, Leprosy, and Other Lung Disease Coordinator from Nakuru, who has seen […]
The TB Workplace Policy and Stigma Reduction Sensitization meeting, held at Florence Hotel in Migori County, brought together key stakeholders to address TB awareness and stigma reduction in workplaces. Supported by the Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) through Red Cross – Global Fund Grant and the National TB Program, the meeting provided a vital platform […]
At the Royal City Hotel, Kisumu, a group of dedicated TB Champions gather for a one-day meeting, representing every sub-county. Supported by the Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) under the Global Fund HIV program and the Kenya Red Cross, in collaboration with the National TB Program, the event highlights the critical role these Champions play […]
The fight against tuberculosis (TB) in Kisumu County took a significant step forward as stakeholders gathered for a two-day workshop aimed at creating awareness and building capacity around TB workplace policy, stigma reduction, and the Stop TB-Community, Rights, and Gender (CRG) framework. To enhance TB care and control, representatives from high-TB-burden workplaces, healthcare providers, and […]
The National TB Program Lung Health Stakeholders Meeting, running from September 17th to 20th, 2024 at the Lake Naivasha Resort, has brought together key representatives from Ministry of Health and various organizations, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), World Health Organization (WHO), USAID funded Center for […]
The Division of Tuberculosis and Other Lung Diseases, in collaboration with implementing partners and stakeholders, is currently undertaking the work planning for the fiscal year 2024/2025. This comprehensive five-day exercise began on Monday at the Kenya School of Government, Lower Kabete, and is supported by CHS USAID TB ARC II. Dr. Immaculate Kathure, the Acting […]
Kenya is gearing up for a groundbreaking shift in the management of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB) with the introduction of a new shorter regimen set to commence on June 1, 2024. Spearheaded by the Division of National Tuberculosis and Other Lung Diseases, the initiative involves capacity-building Training of Trainers (TOT) sessions. Experts from all 47 counties […]
In a bid to strengthen the fight against tuberculosis (TB) and enhance healthcare delivery, the National TB Program is undertaking experience-sharing forum. The event, under the banner of Program Quality Efficiency (PQE) in TB management, draws representatives from both implementing and non-implementing counties across the country. According to Lilian Kerubo, PQE focal person at the […]
