An acute shortage of the essential tuberculosis (TB) vaccine has hit public hospitals across the country, posing a significant risk to newborn babies.
A complete stockout of the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine has been reported in Nyamira, Baringo, Makueni, Bomet, and Narok counties, while several others are operating with limited supplies, while most hospitals have been without the vaccine for over a month.
Counties, such as Vihiga, Homa Bay, Nyandarua, Busia, Uasin Gishu, Kisumu, Samburu, Kajiado, Mombasa, Kakamega, and Nandi are experiencing shortages.
Health advocates also report limited stocks in Isiolo, Kisii, Kiambu, West Pokot, Kilifi, and Siaya.
