By IBRAHIM ORUKOMore by this AuthorMathari Teaching and Referral Hospital in Nairobi should be made semi-autonomous to ensure effective specialised mental health services, Auditor-General Edward Ouko has recommended. In his performance audit report on provision of mental health services, Mr Ouko said the hospital lacks resources to acquire and maintain equipment, drugs and personnel. This was the period when provision of healthcare services was devolved. It cites failure to implement and update provisions of the Mental Health Act and the challenges in hospitals providing mental healthcare services. He also called on the ministry and county governments to prioritise mental healthcare services, ensure there are adequate and relevant qualified personnel and provide critical equipment and drugs.

Source: Daily Nation January 09, 2019 03:45 UTC