Respiratory Society of Kenya

Respiratory Society of Kenya Promoting better lung health in Kenya (and beyond)

 We invite you to be part of an important conversation aimed at improving Asthma care and outcomes.Join our webinar on “...
05/05/2026

We invite you to be part of an important conversation aimed at improving Asthma care and outcomes.

Join our webinar on “Updates in Asthma Management” today at 7:00 PM.

Register here: https://shorturl.at/DKKXb

  Day.Asthma is a chronic lung condition that affects how air moves in and out of the lungs. It causes inflammation and ...
05/05/2026

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Asthma is a chronic lung condition that affects how air moves in and out of the lungs. It causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to symptoms such as wheezing, persistent coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.

For many individuals and families, asthma is more than just a diagnosis it often means missed school days, disrupted work, sleepless nights, and moments of fear when breathing becomes difficult.

At Respiratory Society of Kenya, we are committed to improving lung health and supporting those affected by asthma. Our work goes beyond raising awareness; we focus on community education, promoting early diagnosis, advocating for cleaner air, and improving access to treatment and care. We collaborate with healthcare providers, policymakers, and communities to ensure that everyone has a fair chance at healthy breathing.

Despite the challenges, asthma can be effectively managed. With the right information, treatment, and consistent care, people living with asthma can lead full, active, and productive lives. However, this requires continued efforts to strengthen health systems, increase awareness, and address environmental factors that contribute to poor respiratory health.

Asthma is often triggered by factors in our environment and daily lives, including dust, air pollution, smoke, cold weather, respiratory infections, and allergens such as pollen and mold. While not all cases can be prevented, many asthma attacks can be avoided by understanding and reducing exposure to these triggers.

Simple actions such as keeping living spaces clean and well-ventilated, avoiding smoke and polluted environments, using prescribed medication correctly, and attending regular medical check-ups can make a significant difference.

As we mark World Asthma Day, we call upon communities, healthcare providers, and policymakers to prioritize lung health and work together to reduce the burden of asthma. No one should feel alone in their struggle to breathe, and every individual deserves access to the care and support they need.

We invite you to be part of an important conversation aimed at improving asthma care and outcomes.

Join our webinar on “Updates in Asthma Management” today at 7:00 PM. Register here: https://shorturl.at/DKKXb

Together, through awareness, compassion, and collective action, we can build a future where breathing is no longer a struggle, but a right enjoyed by all

13/04/2026

Master Thoracic Ultrasound – From Diagnosis to Intervention 🔹

𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞! ⏳ 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟎 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞.

Join our comprehensive training program led by a certified expert in thoracic ultrasound! Gain hands-on experience in diagnostic and interventional techniques to elevate your clinical practice.

✅ Step 1: Theoretical Foundation (Live Online)—8 weeks, 2 sessions per week
📚 Covering ultrasound physics, thoracic anatomy, pathology, image interpretation & clinical applications.
Trainees will receive the full thoracic ultrasound
curriculum for free for life.

✅ Step 2: Hands-On Practical Training
🔹 Supervised scanning sessions on volunteers
🔹 Live expert demonstrations
🔹 Case portfolio submission for certification

✅ Step 3: Advanced Interventional Thoracic Ultrasound
🩺 Specialized training in ultrasound-guided procedures

✅ Step 4: Final Assessment & Certification
🎓 Earn recognition as a certified thoracic ultrasound physician!

📩 Limited Spots – Register Now!
💡 Trainees must successfully pass each exam to progress to the next level.

Step 1:
Date: 11th - May - 2026

🔗 Register Here for part 1:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe54h5cHUNpSe8VyaM8hC1C6ddVQkBxvr7UnlGoqK3jzZaPOg/viewform?pli=1

Special Hospital Group Discount:

✅ If 5 or more people register as the same group at the same time, each person gets $50 off.

The earlier the group registers, the better the deal!

It could be a great opportunity if you think any of your colleagues would be interested in joining you as a team.

💬 For inquiries:
📧 lung.art622@gmail.com |
📱 WhatsApp: 011 02069714

Don't miss this opportunity to level up your
thoracic ultrasound expertise!

05/04/2026
Every day, you make decisions that determine whether a patient improves, deteriorates… or is lost to follow-up.And often...
27/03/2026

Every day, you make decisions that determine whether a patient improves, deteriorates… or is lost to follow-up.

And often, you’re doing it in minutes with limited tools, ever evolving guidelines, and real-world constraints.

There’s no pause button. No perfect conditions. This conference is built for that reality.

The 7th Kenya International Scientific Lung Health Conference 2026 - From Detection to Recovery: Integrated Pathways & Patient-Centered Innovations in Lung Health equips you with knowledge, skills, and perspectives you can immediately apply in your clinic, research and community.

Day 1: Hands-On Skills & Research Impact

Kick off with interactive pre-conference workshops that build confidence in your diagnostic and procedural skills. From spirometry and thoracic ultrasound to pulmonary rehabilitation, TB care, and sleep medicine, you’ll learn not just what to do, but how to do it better. Dive into scientific writing and publication, bridging research and real-world impact, ensuring your work is seen, cited and applied in patient care.

Day 2: Big-Picture Thinking Meets Real-World Practice

Explore emerging challenges like asthma, COPD, and unexplained respiratory symptoms and connect them to air quality, climate change, and environmental exposures. Learn to see the patient in context, integrating TB, chronic disease, and other conditions across community and clinic care pathways. Experience sessions on innovation in healthcare, showing how AI, predictive modeling, and digital tools are already improving early detection, follow-up, and patient outcomes.

Day 3: Comprehensive Care Across the Life Course

Lung health spans every age and stage, demanding care that goes beyond treating disease to supporting the patient’s journey over time. This conference equips you to manage care as a continuum from detection to recovery across prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. You’ll explore patient‑centered and system‑level solutions, designing adaptable pathways that strengthen resilience, financing, and access, ensuring better outcomes for individuals and communities alike.

Day 4: Vision, Leadership & Impact

Bring it all together: what does the future of TB and lung health in Kenya and Africa look like? Hear from leaders combining policy, research, and frontline experience. Explore how to translate progress into sustained, equitable impact turning insights from this conference into real-world improvements in patient care.

Every patient is more than a statistic by registering today, you choose to lead their journey to better outcomes.

Today, we concluded our TB Screening Outreach in Kiambu County Githurai Subcounty and what a meaningful journey it has b...
25/03/2026

Today, we concluded our TB Screening Outreach in Kiambu County Githurai Subcounty and what a meaningful journey it has been.

From 23rd to 25th March, we walked alongside the community listening, educating, screening, and supporting one another in the fight against Tuberculosis.

A special moment was on 24th March, World TB Day, where we joined the world in raising awareness and taking action not just in words, but through real impact at the grassroots level.

Across Mumbi Area, Kwa Railway Line, and the Roundabout, this outreach became more than just a health activity. Through free TB screening, open conversations, and a powerful community skit, we created safe spaces to:

💬 Talk openly about TB
💡 Break myths and reduce stigma
🤝 Encourage early testing and treatment

TB is preventable and curable, but many people still suffer in silence or delay seeking care. This is why awareness and early action matter.

Know the signs your health matters:

• A cough lasting more than 2 weeks
• Chest pain or difficulty breathing
• Unexplained weight loss
• Fever and night sweats
• Constant fatigue

If you notice any of these symptoms in yourself or a loved one, please don’t ignore them. Seeking care early can save your life and protect your family.

To every community member who showed up, participated, or even stopped to listen thank you. To our healthcare workers, volunteers, and partners your dedication made this possible.

As we close this chapter, the mission continues:

✔ Check in on your health
✔ Encourage someone to get screened
✔ Speak up and help end TB stigma
✔ Visit your nearest health facility if you have symptoms

Because ending TB is not a one-day effort it is a shared responsibility.

YES! Together, we can END TB. 💪

Every breath matters — and together, we can make it count.Tuberculosis is not invincible. With resilient health systems,...
24/03/2026

Every breath matters — and together, we can make it count.
Tuberculosis is not invincible. With resilient health systems, united communities, and unwavering commitment, we can rewrite the story of TB. The end of TB is not just possible it’s inevitable when we act together.

24/03/2026
24/03/2026

🇰🇪 WORLD TB DAY 2026
📍 University of Nairobi, Graduation Square Grounds
🗓 24th March | 🕗 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Kenya has made great strides in the fight against TB, but the journey is not over.

This , we call on every Kenyan to take action:
✔ Get tested early
✔ Support those on treatment
✔ Help end stigma

Through stronger healthcare systems, community action, and innovation, we are bringing TB services closer to you.

Together, we can end TB. Together, we can save lives.

Join us as we unite under the theme:
“Yes! We Can End TB: Led by Government, Powered by Communities.”

24/03/2026

🇰🇪 WORLD TB DAY 2026
📍 University of Nairobi, Graduation Square Grounds
🗓 24th March | 🕗 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

As we mark , progress is clear.

👉Digital innovation is expanding reach.
👉Community screening is finding cases early.
👉Diagnosis is faster and closer to people.

Let's close the TB gap by building a resilient system and delivering a TB-free Kenya.



24/03/2026

🔥 TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY! 🔥

The countdown is ON! Join us this for the END TB Concert at UoN Main Graduation Grounds.

🎤 Live performance by Bensoul
📅 Tuesday, March 24, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Let’s come together for great music and an even greater cause 💪

💡 Remember:
✔️ TB is preventable & curable
✔️ Early testing saves lives
✔️ If you have a persistent cough, get checked

Be part of the movement. Spread awareness. Save lives.

Kosa, uchekwe—but more importantly, stay informed.


24/03/2026

On this , we focus on what works. Coordinated action.Ending TB through shared responsibility.

👉Work with counties, partners, and communities.
👉Strengthen prevention.
👉Improve case detection.
👉Ensure quality care for all.

Together, through strong partnerships, we can drive results.



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