The Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has confirmed the breakdown of its Linear Accelerator (LINAC) Elekta machine, a vital tool used in cancer treatment. In a statement released on Tuesday, Acting CEO Dr. William Sigilai assured the public that urgent steps are being taken to restore full oncology services.
In better news, the hospital announced the full restoration of its Cobalt radiotherapy machine, which had previously broken down.
“We recognize the critical importance of uninterrupted oncology services, and we immediately activated referral protocols to safeguard patient care,” said Dr. Sigilai.
He added that the procurement of a new LINAC machine has been fast-tracked and is now at an advanced stage.
“We remain fully committed to delivering world-class, compassionate care,” he said, thanking patients and stakeholders for their patience as the hospital works to resolve the issue.
