The revision follows published findings by the World Health Organisation (WHO) that persons with the virus but who exhibit no symptoms are less likely to transmit the virus. The findings put less emphasis on subsequent tests for isolated patients – especially those who were once symptomatic – meaning that such individuals can be released without any confirmatory tests that they are negative. SEE ALSO: The first 1,000 days of lifeKenya has been guided by these findings, which some health experts have criticised, to launch home-based care guidelines last week. “We are glad that today 33 patients who had the virus have been discharged and total recoveries now stand at 1,286. However, we have lost one more patient, bringing the total deaths to 104.” The CS warned that more people were ignoring health guidelines, especially in public places like markets.

Source: Standard Digital June 15, 2020 18:11 UTC