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The nominee for Director General of Health Dr. Patrick Amoth, has pledged to enhance the implementation of Universal Health Coverage by preventing strikes that disrupt access to healthcare services for the public.
Speaking before a joint health committee of the National Assembly and Senate, Amoth emphasized the need to adequately resource the Kenya Health Human Resource Advisory Council, to ensure it effectively addresses the welfare of healthcare professionals.
Amoth, who has been acting in the position for four years, outlined his plans if confirmed, including securing support for adequately resourcing the advisory council, saying it would help manage human resources within the Ministry of Health and county governments, thereby reducing industrial strikes, such as those involving medical interns.