Medical experts meeting in Nairobi, have recommended continued hand washing and use of masks, as a new lifestyle norm to reduce the spread of flu and other viral diseases such as Covid-19.
These were some of the resolutions reached during an international conference in Nairobi to commemorate the experience of Covid-19 and take stock of best practices and lessons.
The conference held at Kenyatta University was organised by the institution’s School of Public Health and the Ministry of Health.
First Lady Margaret Kenyatta graced the official opening of the conference.
At the same time, the meeting called for a multi-sectoral action and inclusive approach to health promotion.
The medics underscored the role of Health Promotion Officers, who play a key role to accelerate the uptake of Covid-19 vaccine through awareness creation.
Equally, the delegates acknowledged the critical role of the Bunge Ya Mwanachi, political leaders, artists and community elders to mobilise and communicate to communities.