Schools have been advised to exercise extra caution as cases of Mpox continue to rise in the country.
To ensure the health and well-being of students amidst the surge in cases, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni Muriuki has issued six recommendations to schools and advised school heads to adhere to them.
To prevent and control the spread of Mpox in schools, the ministry has recommended that both students and staff frequently wash their hands with soap and water or use alcohol-based sanitisers, especially after touching surfaces or engaging in physical activities.
Schools will now be required to clean and disinfect classrooms, staff rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
