KNH announces free kidney screening on March 12
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has announced that it will host a free kidney screening exercise on Thursday, March 12, as part of activities to mark World Kidney Day 2026.
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has announced that it will host a free kidney screening exercise on Thursday, March 12, as part of activities to mark World Kidney Day 2026.
The hospital has invited the public to take advantage of early testing and expert health education.
The hospital explained that the one-day event will provide essential checks, including blood pressure measurement, body mass index (BMI) assessment through height and weight measurement, blood sugar testing and urine analysis.
Participants will also have an opportunity to interact with medical specialists who will offer guidance on kidney health, prevention and treatment options.
The initiative aligns with this year’s World Kidney Day theme, “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet.”
KNH said the outreach is meant to encourage early detection of kidney disease and promote healthy lifestyles that protect kidney function.
According to the facility, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a major and growing global health challenge, affecting an estimated one in ten people worldwide.
“Many patients remain unaware they have the condition because symptoms often appear only after significant kidney damage has already occurred. Simple, non-invasive and affordable tests, particularly blood and urine screening, can identify kidney problems early and allow timely treatment,” read the statement.
World Kidney Day is a global campaign observed annually on the second Thursday of March. It is jointly organised by the International Society of Nephrology and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations World Kidney Alliance.
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The day seeks to raise awareness about the importance of kidney health and reduce the burden of kidney disease and its complications across populations.
KNH has warned that certain groups face a higher risk of developing CKD, including people living with diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and obesity, as well as individuals with a family history of kidney illness.
“Detecting the condition early not only preserves kidney function but can also prevent costly and resource-intensive treatments such as dialysis and transplantation,” read the statement.
The national institution has encouraged the public to attend the free screening and learn more about protecting their kidneys, adding that the event will also serve as a platform for health talks and awareness activities aimed at strengthening community understanding of kidney disease and its prevention.
The World Kidney Day observance continues to unite healthcare institutions, organizations and individuals worldwide in highlighting the critical role kidneys play in overall health.
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