Empowering Healthcare Warriors: Tackling Type 1 Diabetes in Kenya’s Frontier Counties - Paediatric Endocrine Society Of Kenya
- Posted on May 8, 2024
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In the rugged terrains of Trans Nzoia, West Pokot, and Turkana counties in Kenya, a silent epidemic threatens the health and well-being of children – Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM). Against the backdrop of vast landscapes, the challenges of missed diagnoses, delayed treatments, and rising chronic complications loom large, underscoring the urgent need for intervention.
Enter the Pediatric Endocrine Society Kenya (PESK), in partnership with the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), Ministry of Health (MOH), and the Council of Governors (CoG). Together, these healthcare champions embark on a mission to equip select healthcare warriors with specialized training in T1DM management, transcending geographical barriers to deliver essential care where it’s needed most.
In the remote corners of Kenya’s frontier counties, healthcare workers become the frontline defenders against T1DM, armed with knowledge and expertise to identify warning signs, facilitate timely diagnoses, and implement comprehensive management strategies. Through tailored training programs, these healthcare warriors emerge as beacons of hope, bridging the gap between underserved communities and critical healthcare services.
Yet, the battle against T1DM extends beyond the confines of diagnosis and management. As chronic complications loom larger on the horizon, proactive measures are essential to mitigate long-term health risks. Through collaborative efforts with governmental bodies, including MOH and CoG, initiatives are established to address rising complications, ensuring that children living with T1DM receive the multidisciplinary care they deserve.
Amidst the arid landscapes and unforgiving terrain, a sense of resilience emerges – a testament to the unwavering commitment of healthcare providers and communities alike. Together, they stand united in the fight against T1DM, turning the tide against missed opportunities and unmet needs.
As the sun sets over the horizon, casting a golden glow upon the vast expanse of Trans Nzoia, West Pokot, and Turkana counties, a new chapter unfolds. Through collaboration, determination, and compassion, Kenya’s frontier counties emerge as beacons of progress in the global battle against T1DM, reaffirming the transformative power of unity in healthcare.
In the heart of Kenya’s frontier, hope thrives – a beacon of light amidst the challenges, guiding the way towards a future where every child can thrive, unburdened by the shadows of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.
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58 Replies to “Empowering Healthcare Warriors: Tackling Type 1 Diabetes in Kenya’s Frontier Counties”
Phoebe
Great initiative. We are optimistic that we shall find our children and adolescents with type 1 DM and out them on the right management
hillary kiboi chemno
The lessons are very informative
Susan Suter
Very informative and updates to management of type 1 Dm
Jairus
Awesome we are digesting
Julius lochumba
The learning is so helpful
Dorcas lotolim
Awesome
Jairus
Diabetes Type 1 management at school very practical
Priscilla Jepkemboi
The presentations are quite informative,simple and easy to understand.
Lydiah cheptoo
Very informative sessions. A changed mind. Asante
Donovan Chepkwego
Storage of insulin was an awesome topic
Thuku
Learning alot
Cheruto Adepa
Wonderful lesson
hillary kiboi chemno
wonderful work done
Donovan Chepkwego
Already am noting down mistakes I have been making and going back will rectify them
june sela wanyonyi
very lively and educative sessions
Ikolong Centrine
Yes, there is alot I have learnt and thank you for planning for this training.
David Odhiambo Omwanda
Morning sessions very informative. I have learnt alot, especially on pathophysiology and Insulin therapy for Type 1 DM.
Gilbert Ngetich
The session were good and very educative
Everlyne Sikuku
Very educative. great initiative
Bonface Wanyonyi
Nice step to appreciate the gaps that we have in identification linkage to care and retention of type 1 DM, A great undertaking to be part of. Good work
Samuel Lokemer
It’s going to be a new start
mirriam limareng
It was good and educative.
Beryl ondu
I have learnt alot
Francis Macharia Mwangi
Good training done maybe if notes will be provided to our email address please thanks for you have participated actively
Adrian Muriithi
Congratulations on very simplified informative and interactive session
Beryl
Ok..just clarity on emergency surgery.did not pick it well
Everlyne
Excerise in Tidm was outstanding. @ Festus
Fentra Sakong
Adjusting insulin during different situations
Immaculate Lukela
Very insightful sessions with articulate presenters giving key messages using simple language and slides.
Enjoyed each part.
David Wesaya
Quite informative session
Alex Wafula sikulu
Very educative.i have learn alot.
Faith
Gained lots of information on Type 1 DM and management of DKA
Bengunn Akurusit Ewoi
Very informative and useful knowledge on management of DKA.
Sette Susan
Simplified diabetes type 1 approach…well articulated…very satisfied with the training this far
Kibet Bethwell
Quite an educative session.
Looking forward to many more of this.
Leah
Very educative,I will be able to manage T1DM better.
Bonface Wanyonyi
Exercise significance among T1DM very enlightening and worth to put on practice. Good piece
Solomon
Much encouraging and facilitators well knowledgeable
GEORGE OTORE
Quite informative, have learned a lot from the sessions, keep it up
Lydiah cheptoo
Basal and bolus insulin administration and the timing was an eye opener to me in matters management of T1DM
Ikolong Centrine
The presentation for managing diabetes in school was very informative and also the exercise in T1DM was very interesting with alot to be improved on my various knowledge. Thanks alot.
Cecilia
Am so happy to be in this training, the overall training is a game changer, especially in the management of DKA
Kennedy Wasilwa
The training has impacted new knowledge on the fluid management of type1 DM, am very greatful
Silas Wambulwa
Nice and well structured presentation please include something on diabetes foot ulcer and exercise
Michael otieno Obunga
This is great we have been misdiagnosing clients.Going forward it will never be the same again in our clinical areas
Anne wanyonyi
Awesome training
Cellists Esinyen Naweet
Brief and rich in content session
Looking forward for more of it.
june sela wanyonyi
this sessions are evident that learning is endless.and exercise is important.
Edwin Rotich
Very important practical session where I learned insulin injection technique
Donovan Chepkwego
It’s been very interactive session regarding the stakeholders to bring on board when managing T1DM,,,,,my big challenge is the ministry churches pastors,,1pastor last year advised and prayed to 17yr old girl,,, and she left insulin,came in DKA ,she couldn’t made it
Dr Sinnei Dennis
Relearning type I DM management in paeds has been very insightful especially on the insulin regimens , administration, devices and storage.
Dorcas lotolim
Excellent and brief
Julius lochumba
The learning is really educative,will be able to manage T1DM clients better
Chepkemboi Janiffer
Very Informative session
Chepkemboi Janiffer
Informative sessions
Ikolong Centrine
The patient experience was done in a friendly manner. Organise another training and involve atleast 5 different cadres from one facility.
Jairus
Case presentation of Mebra case scenario was well educated and the mother which we need to embrace as medics and our clients back at our working stations and clinics
Sette Susan
Dr.Mungai session on pathophysiology…the burning houses…her clinical experience clinical scenarios….enjoyed her sessions….a good mentor and teacher….thanks Daktari