County have called on men, especially the elderly, to take charge of their health by going for regular check-ups.

Speaking during a free medical camp held in Elburgon, Ms Florence Kabii , a medic, raised concerns over the increasing number of elderly men suffering in silence from non-communicable diseases such as hypertension and diabetes.

“Many elderly men are living with serious health conditions but do not seek medical attention until their situation is severe,” said Kabii.

She noted that some of the elderly persons had been left unattended in their homes, making them vulnerable. Kabii called on the Nakuru County Government and well-wishers to consider setting up a home for the elderly in Molo Sub-County to address their growing needs

. The medic also used the opportunity to promote registration under the Social Health Authority (SHA) insurance cover. She said this would ease the burden of healthcare costs, as community-based fundraising (harambee) efforts have drastically declined. The medic noted that young boys were facing health challenges like undescended testicles due to parents failing to take them to regular clinics.

She attributed this to the growing pressure on young couples who are focused on economic activities, often at the expense of their children’s health. Kabii stressed the importance of regular medical checkups for all age groups, noting that early detection and prevention are key to reducing long-term health costs and improving quality of life.

Meanwhile, the country’s healthcare is set to witness tremendous growth and transformation following the establishment of a facility by a Dubai-based hospital.

Fakeeh University Hospital (FUH) based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is set to transform the country’s healthcare landscape after it established a Patient Information and Facilitation Centre in Nairobi.

The centre, according to Mr Iftakhar Asfi, Chief Commercial Officer, aims to bridge the gap for Kenyan patients seeking treatment in Dubai, by offering free consultations, video conferencing with specialists, and logistical support for medical travel.

Asfi noted that the initiative is a collaboration between Fakeeh University Hospital and Parishay Healthcare, Africa. FUH is part of the renowned Fakeeh Care Group, which has over 40 years of experience in delivering healthcare and medical research. Asfi said the facility seeks to bring specialised medical care closer.