Vihiga: Vihiga County Governor Dr Wiber Otichillo has flagged off a substantial consignment of drugs from the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) to 75 health facilities across the county. The total value of the pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical drugs amounts to Sh34 million.
According to Kenya News Agency, during the flagging-off ceremony, KEMSA Western Region Coordinator, Mr Constant Samula, praised the Vihiga County government for their collaborative efforts in ensuring a smooth supply of essential drugs to the health facilities. Samula expressed satisfaction with Vihiga being at the forefront among the four counties in the western region.
Dr Joseph Makomere, a pharmacist in Vihiga, highlighted the significance of having an adequate supply of drugs in hospitals, which alleviates the burden on patients who would otherwise need to travel long distances in search of medication. Dr Joseph assured that the drugs have a long shelf life and will effectively serve the facilities.
Vihiga County Executive Committee Member for Health, Dr Nicholas Kitungulu, assured the public of the proper equipping and operational status of all health facilities under his supervision. Governor Otichillo reiterated his administration’s commitment to providing quality healthcare services, emphasizing that Vihiga County is on the right track in improving health outcomes for its residents.
The Governor urged healthcare workers in Vihiga hospitals to ensure appropriate and efficient use of the drugs, mentioning the implementation of a digital system to track drug utilization. He also announced that Vihiga County had surpassed the World Health Organisation’s standards by having health facilities within a 5 km radius of the population.
Furthermore, the governor accepted donations of health equipment from various non-governmental organizations, enhancing the county’s efforts to improve healthcare service delivery. The dispatch of these crucial drugs marks a significant step towards better healthcare accessibility and quality in Vihiga County, underscoring the government’s commitment to the well-being of its residents.
