Dr. Joyce Kithure Advocates for Stronger Lead Poisoning Prevention Measures

Dr. Joyce Kithure, spouse of the Deputy President, has urged stakeholders to implement stronger measures to prevent lead poisoning, particularly among children.

She emphasized the need for coordinated action involving government agencies, researchers, and industry players to reduce exposure and strengthen environmental safety.

A new Exposure Science and Chemometrics Laboratory was commissioned at the University of Nairobi, which will enhance Kenya's capacity to analyze lead and other heavy metals.

Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.