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Irish Independent
20-05-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Kerry Hospice Foundation need public support for five new palliative care beds – ‘it would be huge'
The 'Pedal for Palliative' initiative was launched on Monday on the grounds of KHF's 15-bedroom Inpatient Unit which was first opened back in 2017. While this palliative care facility on its own has been a huge addition to the county, the team at KHF have decided that more is needed and so, they have brought forward plans to extend and expand this service. Hoping to break ground by the end of May, the expanded new service will include new facilities for families, children of patients, staff and most importantly, five extra beds. The cost of this expanded new facility is estimated to be in €6.5 million range but this could well rise even further so KHF say that any and all donations will be gratefully received. "They [the five extra beds] would be a huge addition for us, absolutely huge. The benefits will be massive. The unit has been full since it opened, it's been at 100 per cent capacity since back in 2017. It's unfortunate that it is that busy. The question is can you ever have enough beds? Obviously we'd love to have 10 or 20 more beds but five will do for the time being,' Andrea told The Kerryman. While KHF say that they have savings, these simply be enough and so, hence why they now need the support of the public. "We would love if you could cycle [the Ring of Kerry event] for us. If this isn't practical, support in the form of sponsorship or other direct contributions would go a long way towards this important cause. We will be deeply grateful for all backing. We are constantly reminded of our motto, while Kerry Hospice will always need your help, we hope that you will never need the Hospice,' the team added at the launch. To register to cycle for Kerry Hospice please click on the link here:
Zawya
16-05-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Ministry of Health and Kenya Health Care Federation Explore Private Sector Collaboration in Health System Sustainability
A delegation from the Kenya Health Care Federation (KHF), led by CEO Dr. Tim Theuri, today held talks with the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, to explore opportunities for collaboration in strengthening Kenya's health system. The meeting focused on how the private sector can support the government in bridging critical gaps in logistics, funding, and health commodities. The delegation expressed readiness to partner with the Ministry of Health in key areas such as the commodities supply chain, logistics, and health care financing. Dr. Oluga welcomed the engagement and reaffirmed the government's commitment to building a self-reliant and sustainable health sector. He acknowledged the vital role of the private sector in complementing government efforts, particularly in enhancing access to affordable, accessible, and quality health care. 'The Ministry is exploring mechanisms to create a resilient and sustainable health system,' said Dr. Oluga. 'Partnerships with the private sector are essential in ensuring continuity and improved efficiency in service delivery.' Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Kenya.
