Blood collection bag shortage hits Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH)
Blood collection bag shortage hits Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH)
Kajiado Senator Kanar Seki has raised alarm over a shortage of blood collection bags at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH).
Earlier Thursday, March 19, Seki has demanded a statement from the Senate Standing Committee on Health, seeking urgent clarification on the situation at the referral hospital.
The lawmaker noted that despite the presence of willing donors, the shortage of blood collection bags has halted donation efforts.
According to Seki, those most affected include accident victims, mothers facing childbirth complications, surgical patients, and individuals with chronic conditions.
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In his demands, he called for a detailed account of the availability of blood collection bags and related supplies not only at KNH but also across other public referral health facilities nationwide.
Seki further pressed for data on the number of potential donors turned away due to the shortage, as well as an assessment of how the disruption has impacted patient care.
At the same time, the senator is seeking answers on the root cause of the crisis, including when the Ministry of Health Kenya was first made aware of the shortage.
Seki also urged the committee to outline both immediate and long-term measures being taken to address the situation.
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