The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has issued a six-month relocation notice to health facilities operating in restricted areas, warning that failure to comply will result in closure.
In a statement on Wednesday, the council noted that these restricted areas included petrol stations and residential buildings, which it deemed unsuitable for healthcare operations.
“To provide a safe and conducive environment for both patients and the community, these facilities must relocate within six months. Failure to comply will result in closure,” part of the statement read.
KMPDC further highlighted that such locations were not only susceptible to the spread of infections among patients but also posed a significant safety risk.