What Is a Healthcare Assistant? Understanding HCA Training and Careers in Kenya
Healthcare plays an important role in every community, and providing quality patient care requires more than doctors and nurses alone. Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) are an important part of the healthcare team, supporting patients with their day-to-day care and helping healthcare professionals provide safe and compassionate services. For people interested in starting a career in healthcare, […]
What Is Physiotherapy? Benefits, Uses and When to Seek Help
Movement is an important part of everyday life. Walking, climbing stairs, getting dressed and carrying out household activities all depend on our ability to move comfortably and safely. However, injuries, illness, surgery, ageing and certain medical conditions can affect movement and make everyday activities more difficult. For some people, these challenges may be temporary, while […]
Homecare Services in Kenya: When Does Your Loved One Need Care at Home?
When a loved one is recovering from an illness, living with a chronic condition, or finding it increasingly difficult to manage everyday activities, families often face an important question: Can they receive the care they need at home? For many patients, home can provide a familiar and comfortable environment for recovery and ongoing care. However, […]
RECOGNISING PATIENT DETERIORATION AT HOME
Small Changes, Serious Signals A patient’s condition can deteriorate before the cause is obvious. Changes in breathing, alertness, behaviour or physical function may indicate a developing complication, particularly in older adults and patients recovering from serious illness. Know the patient’s baseline. Pay attention to changes in breathing, responsiveness, mobility, appetite and usual behaviour. Where monitoring […]
PRESSURE INJURY PREVENTION AT HOME
Protecting Skin, Preventing Harm Pressure injuries occur when sustained pressure, often combined with shear, damages the skin and underlying tissues. Patients who have difficulty changing position independently, reduced ability to feel pressure, inadequate nutrition, or underlying health conditions are at increased risk of developing pressure injuries. Early risk identification and consistent preventive care are essential […]
INFECTION PREVENTION AT HOME
Clean Hands, Safer Care Infections can spread during everyday care through contaminated hands, equipment, surfaces, and contact with body fluids. Patients with wounds, reduced immunity, or invasive medical devices may face additional risks. Consistent infection-prevention practices help reduce avoidable exposure. Hand hygiene is fundamental. Clean hands before and after patient contact, before aseptic tasks, after […]
