Kenya steps up fight against fake and substandard medicines
Kenya has launched an Interministerial Steering Committee to combat the circulation of substandard and falsified medical products. The initiative aims to strengthen supply chain integrity through regulatory reforms, enhanced surveillance at ports, and better coordination between government agencies.
Why it matters
Counterfeit medicine poses a severe threat to public health and undermines trust in healthcare systems, making coordinated regulatory action essential for patient safety.
Pharmacy and Poisons Board Chairperson, Dr. John M. Munyu/HANDOUT
The article reports on a government health initiative using official statements and factual descriptions of the program.
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