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San Antonio hospital's new interim director defends Jeanette Vega's qualifications
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Christian Smith took over as interim director of San Antonio's Hospital Claudio Vicuña after Loreto Maturana's resignation, who had hired former minister Jeanette Vega as medical subdirector. Smith confirmed that nine specialists suspended their resignations and stated Vega has the technical qualifications for the role. Health Minister May Chomali justified Maturana's exit due to a loss of trust.
The Social Health Authority has suspended MP Shah Hospital from the government health insurance scheme for 90 days following multiple patient complaints.
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Two people were injured in a fire at the Harzklinikum clinic in Blankenburg. A patient set a mattress alight in the psychiatry ward. Emergency crews evacuated 80 patients to safety.
Kisii County Governor Simba Arati has waived medical bills for over 100 patients at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. He made a surprise visit on Wednesday, April 1, interacting with patients across wards and sharing gifts. Arati also commended recent renovations, including new automated laundry machines.
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Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has ordered the release of more than 100 women detained in the maternity ward of Coast General Teaching Hospital along with their babies due to inability to pay medical bills. These women were not registered under the SHA health insurance, with bills totaling around Sh100,000. The directive addresses hospital challenges including resource shortages and dangerous overcrowding.
Five people have been taken to hospital after a crash between an A-tractor and a car in Oxelösund. According to the rescue service, a total of seven people were involved in the accident. The incident occurred just after 7:30 PM.
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The Margaret Kenyatta Maternity and Child Hospital in Nakuru faces severe overcrowding, with up to four mothers and their children sharing a single bed. Located within the Nakuru Level Five Referral Hospital, the facility exceeds its 250-patient capacity. Health officials confirm the issue stems from high demand from Nakuru and neighboring counties.
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