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HEALTH IN KENYA

The Constitution of Kenya 2010 devolved health services to the counties, which meant a complete change in the Health structure and its management in the country. The national Government handles all the level 4 hospitals which offer highly specialized care. Level 3, level 2 and level 1 healthcare centers are under the management of the county governments

Global evidence points to a direct correlation between the size of a country’s health workforce and its health outcomes. Over the last decade, Kenya’s progress in improving the overall health status of its population has had mixed results. While life expectancy has gone up and interventions to address specific diseases including HIV/AIDs, Tuberculosis and Malaria have yielded positive results, much remains to be done.

Kenya is facing a great danger due to diseases/conditions belonging to mainly three domains, which are communicable diseases, non-communicable diseases/conditions  and  violence/injuries.  These diseases/conditions continue to contribute to the high disease burden in the country, hence calling for more specialized human resources for health.

The top five causes of outpatient morbidity in Kenya are Malaria, Diseases of the Respiratory System (including pneumonia), Skin Diseases, diarrhea and accidents accounting for about 70 percent of total causes of morbidity. Malaria contributes about a third of total outpatient morbidity.

Source: Human Resource Strategy 2014-2018

Health Policy 2014-2030

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Oasis Health Specialty Hospital (OHSH)

Programmes / Services

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Psychiatric Consultations

Our team of licensed and accredited psychiatrist are committed to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions.

Psychotherapy Services

Oasis Specialty Hospital offers a collaborative form of treatment between a therapist and patient for a broad spectrum and variety of mental disorders, illnesses and emotional difficulties.

Psychological Assessments

At Oasis Health Specialty Hospital we conduct comprehensive assessment where a diagnosis is guided by the help of certain assessment tools. Psychological assessment is the first stage of the treatment process.

Detoxification

Oasis Health Specialty Hospital offers detoxification services for individuals with substance use disorders to prevent severe withdrawal symptoms and to help with the recovery process. The detoxification process takes an average of 7 days.

Addiction Support

Oasis Health Specialty Hospital offers drug recovery programs. Our therapists help patients identify the root causes of addiction. We explore triggers to drug use/cravings and collaboratively with the patients come up with new and healthy coping strategies and Relapse Prevention Plans.

Nursing Care

Our team of qualified and dedicated nurses as well as nurse assistants provide a safe environment of personalized care to ensure the patients’ health needs are met to enhance recovery.

Group Therapy

Group psychotherapy or group therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which one or more therapists working with a group of clients with similar or relatable issues. At Oasis Health Specialty Hospital, we offer group therapy for Substance Use Disorders and Mood disorders every Tuesday and Thursday respectively

Art Therapy

Art therapy involves the use of creative techniques such as drawing, painting, collage, colouring, or sculpting to help people express themselves artistically and examine the psychological and emotional undertones in their art.This is offered at Oasis Health Specialty Hospital by a trained Art therapist

Family Therapy

Family therapy is a form of therapy that is designed to address specific issues affecting the health and functioning of a family dynamic. Here at Oasis Health Specialty Hospital, we offer quality family therapy sessions guided by competent Psychologists

Dance Therapy

This is a type of therapy that uses dance or movement to help patients achieve physical benefits (increased muscular strength, coordination, mobility, & decreased muscular tension) as well as psychological benefits (stress reduction, improves mood, confidence &self-esteem.)

Occupational Therapy

This form of therapy involves engaging patients in daily activities which help in developing problem solving and coping skills as well as improving clients’ confidence and self-esteem.

The sessions are facilitated by a qualified occupational therapist.

Marriage Therapy

This is a type of psychotherapy specific to Romantic relationships. It is aimed at helping couples of all types recognize dissatisfaction and distress, advise, implement and resolve conflicts to improve their relationship. A treatment plan is drawn with objectives designed to improve or alleviate presenting symptoms and restore the relationship to a better and healthier level of functioning.

Neurology and Neuro-psychiatric Disorder Treatment

Most mental health issues have a neurological (diseases that affect the nervous system) basis. At Oasis Health Specialty Hospital, we have neurologists on board to help give neurological perspectives that inform our management plan.

Pharmacy

Oasis specialty Hospital offers a well-stocked pharmacy.

It consists of a variety of high-quality products sourced from reputable and authentic pharmaceutical companies

Physical Activation

Physical activity has a positive impact on not only physical but mental health as well. With the help of a qualified instructor, patients at Oasis Health Specialty Hospital are engaged in physical activities which involve aerobics, stretching, muscle strengthening and deep breathing exercises, which help with recovery as well as reduce stress levels.

CONTACTS

Oasis Health Specialty Hospital

Westlands, along Peponi Rd

Mobile: 07434 155 846

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