U.S. CDC Kenya

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U.S. support for health programs in Kenya stretches back decades and has saved more than 1 million lives. The new framework ensures the advances are not lost, that patient data will be protected, and that Kenya will emerge with a stronger and more independent healthcare system.

.@SecRubio on why 🇰🇪 was the first country to sign a bilateral health agreement: “The reason why is two-fold: number one, because of our close partnership, number two, because they have stable and strong institutions, both in government and in the healthcare sector.”

An update on Ebola and Marburg outbreaks in Africa. @HHSGov @CDCgov @ASPRgov

Met with Kenyan President @WilliamsRuto. We signed a groundbreaking agreement that protects American taxpayers, empowers Kenya, and saves lives. We also discussed security cooperation, commercial opportunities for American businesses, and Kenya’s significant contributions to Haiti’s security.

A highly skilled public health workforce is crucial to tackling present challenges & future global health threats. That’s why CDC has supported public health workforce development in over 60 countries and regions. Explore our presence around the 🌍: bit.ly/3JDn6wp

Attention journalists! Join us for an exclusive digital briefing with @StateDeptGHSD on Lenacapavir Delivery and the America First Global Health Strategy today! RSVP: state.gov/upcoming-digit… #AFHubPress

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Join us this Friday, September 19, 2025 for an information session on finding the best school for you. Scan the QR code to register.

CDC experts are building, strengthening, and sustaining lab systems worldwide to stop outbreaks at their source, before they can pose risks to American communities. Discover more about how CDC’s investments are making America safer, one lab at a time: bit.ly/46c73wy.

Join us this Wednesday, September 10, 2025 for an online information session featuring admission officers from U.S. universities. Find out what they’re looking for from prospective students! Click the link to register: statedept.zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

Spreading diseases such as malaria & dengue, the mosquito kills more people than any other creature. This #WorldMosquitoDay, explore CDC efforts to stop the 🦟and protect American health & security: bit.ly/4oKh5gR.

CDA @USAmbKenya met the incredible teams at @AMPATHKenya & @MTRHofficial, who deliver hope, health, and HIV care to 125,000 Kenyans through @PEPFAR. This is what a #USKenyaPartnership looks like. #GlobalHealth

CDC & partners have revolutionized HIV testing, cutting result times from weeks to days. This work saves lives & enables labs to test for multiple diseases, building stronger health systems & boosting global outbreak responses. bit.ly/3H78ILl

From HIV & TB to emerging threats, CDC strengthens global lab networks 🔬 in 40+ countries, building an early warning system that keeps Americans safer at home and protects global communities. Discover the impact of this vital work: bit.ly/4kQhqLX

Discover #TheBestWorstThing, a new podcast by @MalariaNoMore! Explore the ongoing fight to #EndMalaria through powerful stories and insights from global health leaders, proving why ending malaria is the best humanitarian investment today. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/4j7FY3u

Happy New Year! We have new grant opportunities available. Apply by February 19 through this link: ow.ly/3tos50UmfBM

🇰🇪 Over 120 experts came together for a multisectoral Intra-Action Review, strengthening Kenya’s #MpoxResponse. 📊 28 cases across 12 counties ✅ 35 key actions planned for the next 6 months #EmergencyPreparedness

We're hiring for the position of Public Health Specialist (Counseling and Testing). Interested? Apply by December 19, 2024. Details: shorturl.at/JXYwC

Dive into the remarkable journey of CDC scientist Dr. Naomi Lucchi, a trailblazer in #GlobalHealth research! From groundbreaking malaria studies to pandemic preparedness, her story is one of resilience & scientific excellence. Read more in @TheLancet: shorturl.at/jaWUK