Dialysis Truck Tested at Gatura Health Center

Gatura Health Center in Kariara Ward recently hosted a groundbreaking event. The mobile kidney dialysis truck was tested, marking a huge step forward for healthcare in Murang’a County. This innovative truck, the first of its kind in Africa, aims to bring life-saving dialysis treatment closer to rural and remote communities.

Join our Facebook Group for News & Updates

Why It Matters

• Access to Care: Patients no longer need to travel long distances for dialysis.
• Financial Relief: Reduced travel costs ease financial burdens.
• Quality Healthcare: The truck is equipped with three modern dialysis machines.

Ready for First Dialysis Session

According to the MCA of Kariara, the necessary infrastructure is almost complete. The first dialysis session is planned for next week. This is great news for patients in Kariara and Gatanga Sub-County who have long struggled to access this vital service.

Overcoming Challenges Amid a Nationwide Strike

Kenya is currently experiencing a nationwide strike by clinical officers. This has impacted outpatient services in many health centers. Despite the strike:

• Dialysis services will not be affected.
• Outpatient services are limited to emergencies after 6 pm and on weekends due to staffing challenges.
• The MCA expressed hope that the strike would end soon.

A Game-Changer for Healthcare Access

This mobile dialysis unit was launched on February 22, 2025, at Kirwara Sub-County Hospital. It was introduced by Murang’a County under Governor Irungu Kang’ata’s leadership. The project was developed in partnership with BenaCare and other stakeholders. Its goals are simple:

• Bring dialysis closer to patients’ homes.
• Reduce the stress of long-distance travel.
• Ensure equal access to healthcare for all.

Public-Private Partnership: A Winning Formula

This project is a great example of public-private partnerships working effectively. It shows how government and private sector collaboration can solve critical healthcare challenges.

Hope for the Future

Residents and healthcare workers are excited. They believe the mobile dialysis clinic will:

• Improve health outcomes for kidney disease patients.
• Reduce the strain on families who previously had to travel far for treatment.
• Set a precedent for innovative healthcare in Kenya and Africa.

What’s Next?

The first dialysis session is just around the corner. The people of Kariara and Gatanga are hopeful for better days ahead. This initiative shows Murang’a County’s commitment to providing quality, accessible healthcare for all.