Push to jail medics, fine hospitals over preventable maternal deaths The Senate has passed a bill proposing a Sh1 million fine or five-year jail term for health workers and facilities whose negligence leads to maternal or infant deaths Health Just now

The Bill seeks to impose fines on health facilities and individuals whose actions lead to the death of women and their children, and also introduces services for children up to 12 years old.

County medical outreach coordinator Molly Ochar said the county is working with community health promoters to link expectant women to hospitals for safe delivery.

Also read: Nominated Senator Beatrice Ogolla wants to strengthen efforts to reduce these deaths and has sponsored the Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Bill 2023.