Tana River County hospital has resumed offering CT scan services after a period of absence. The move aims to reduce the financial burden on patients who previously had to travel to Mombasa for scans. Local officials estimated that each referral to Mombasa cost the county at least 30,000 shillings in fuel alone. Patients who sought scans elsewhere in the region also faced high expenses.
The hospital’s decision follows a review of healthcare needs in the area. Medical staff have re-equipped the facility to provide accurate imaging services. This change is expected to improve access to critical diagnostics for residents. The hospital has not disclosed the exact number of patients who have benefited from the new service.
CT scan services in Tana River had been limited due to equipment maintenance and funding issues. The resumption of these services reflects broader efforts to strengthen local healthcare infrastructure. Officials hope the initiative will reduce the strain on regional hospitals and improve patient outcomes. The long-term impact of the change remains to be seen.
