Over 3,000 residents in Bomet County received vital healthcare services during a medical camp organized by the M-PESA Foundation in collaboration with Zuri Health and Lion SightFirst Eye Hospital. The camp, held at Kamureito Primary School, aimed to bring essential health services closer to the community.
In addition to the medical camp, the M-PESA Foundation distributed 100 mama packs at Longisa County Referral Hospital. These packs, filled with essential items for mothers and newborns, are part of the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to improve maternal and child health in the region.
The medical camp offered a wide range of services, including eye care consultations, breast and cervical cancer screenings, fistula screenings, general doctor consultations, diabetes and hypertension monitoring, as well as specialized consultations for elderly and child health.
“Health is one of our key pillars at M-PESA Foundation. Through our series of medical camps, we continue to realize our purpose of transforming lives and taking healthcare services closer to the people, with a focus on non-communicable diseases, reproductive health advice, and general health consultations,” said Karen Basiye, Executive Director of the M-PESA Foundation.
This event is part of a broader initiative by the M-PESA Foundation, which began in May 2023. The Foundation has successfully held 12 medical camps across various counties, impacting thousands of lives. The latest phase of the initiative, launched in April 2024, targets 12 counties. So far, over 24,000 people in Bungoma, Siaya, Machakos, Kajiado, and the Nairobi Metropolitan area, including Mathare, Githurai, and Kabete, have benefited from these services.
The medical camps leverage technology, utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to monitor vital signs such as pulse rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. This data guides further medical advice, ensuring patients receive tailored healthcare. Additionally, Zuri Health provides patients with free follow-up consultations via SMS and WhatsApp for up to six months, ensuring continued care beyond the camps.
