NCD Access Gap: Homa Bay NCD patients say free screening and medicines are only reliably available in four NGO-supported facilities, warning services could stop and leaving nine sub-counties without consistent drug supply. Cancer Screening Alarm: Katani Level 4 Hospital in Machakos says low cancer screening uptake is driving late diagnosis, with a free camp for cervical, prostate and breast cancer screening and treatment set for Sept 26–27. Tobacco Bill Pushback: Harm reduction experts and tobacco stakeholders in Meru and Bungoma question the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, flagging missing definitions, weak product differentiation, and flavour bans that could block quitting options; retailers also warn of higher costs and illicit trade. Teen Mothers Stranded by SHA: Despite claims of automatic coverage under SHIF/SHA, teenage mothers are reportedly being left stranded in hospitals over unpaid bills. Healthcare Investment Call: Pathcare opens a Machakos lab branch, urging more investment and tax incentives for medical equipment and reagents to cut diagnostic costs outside Nairobi. Public Health & Safety: Illicit alcohol deaths in Kitengela (at least three) renew calls for crackdowns, while a truck overturn on the Nairobi–Mombasa highway at Kiboko triggers rescue and traffic concerns. Disability Inclusion: Deaf advocates demand Kenyan Sign Language services in public institutions, saying communication gaps block access to healthcare, education and justice.