Mr. Antony Mbaya Muriira, founder and director of Keylife Medical Center (Second from right) speaks at media outside the facility
By: Rugendo Anthony
Keylife Medical Center held a free medical camp at Kauthene in Meru County as part of the hospital’s efforts to ease access to quality medical care in the country.
The medical camp that took place on hospital grounds saw over 1000 people benefit from free consultations, diagnosis, medical tests and treatment.
It benefited patients suffering from diabetes, Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), eye cataracts, tract infections, upper respiratory conditions as well as musculoskeletal and other ailments in Kauthene, Chugu, Kaithe and the vast Meru region.
Mr Antony Mbaya Muriira, the founder and director of Keylife Medical Center shared his heartfelt reasons for opening the facility.
“My decision to open Keylife Medical Hospital was driven by a deep desire to help our residents achieve maximum health care. “Growing up here, I witnessed firsthand the struggles many faced in accessing quality medical services with some patients dying on their way to the hospital,” Mbaya noted
The hospital director added that the free medical camp, which provided services ranging from general health check-ups to specialized consultations, was a testament to the hospital’s commitment to community health.
“This is our third Medical camp and its working miracles to the community. My mission is to ensure that no one in Meru has to travel long distances or face financial barriers to receive medical care. We are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated team of professionals ready to serve. We are offering various services including dental services, minor surgeries, eye clinics, and mother and child health clinics and lab services among many others,” Mbaya added
He rallied the residents to take advantage of the medical drive and the hospital.
Dennis Kithinji, a mental health advocate, highlighted the pressing issues of stress and depression in the community.
“Stress and depression have been causing a lot of illness. Alcoholism has resulted in countless deaths, and over 800 people have taken their lives through suicide due to depression,” Kithinji noted.
Kithinji lauded the efforts of Keylife Medical Center, particularly praising the establishment of a consultation room dedicated to mental health.
“Keylife Medical Center has set a great example by providing a space where people with depression can seek help. I urge residents to take advantage of the newly opened hospital and its resources,” he said.
Residents expressed their gratitude for the initiative, with many highlighting the positive impact of having such a resource within their reach.
“This hospital is a blessing for us. The free medical camp has already made a huge difference, and I am confident that the hospital will continue to improve our lives.” said Grace Gakii, a local resident.
Hosea Kinyua, a resident, also praised the hospital director, noting that the hospital will greatly benefit the people in the region.
“This hospital is a much-needed addition to our community. It will provide essential healthcare services that many of us have struggled to access. I believe it will improve the overall health and well-being of our residents.” Kinyua said.
The one-year-old hospital is located three kilometers from Meru town along Meru-town-Chugu-Kaithe road.
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