Alarms

In the northeastern region of Kenya, within the expansive boundary of Wajir County, there emerges a silent health crisis that now cries out for attention. Kidney failure, a condition feared by many, seems to be taking an alarming hold, particularly within the ethnic Somali community. The medical team at Wajir General Hospital is observing a sharp rise in cases, thrusting numerous individuals onto the demanding path of dialysis. For some, the grim road might lead to the necessity of kidney transplants due to late-stage…