Hopes, fears as uptake of telemedicine spreads

Francis Osiemo(inset), a Medical Clinician and the Chief Operating Officer of Sasa Doctor at his Clinic in Westlands, Nairobi attends to his client through Phone telemedicine on May 15, 2020. PHOTO | EVANS HABIL | NMG

Mzee Julius Osekule, 61 is an entrepreneur who has been suffering from High Blood Pressure for the past 10 years. His ailment requires special attention. With the introduction of telehealth, Mzee Osekule was relieved as he could consult doctors at his comfort zone.

“This was a good invention. I can easily consult my doctor and even order medicine online. My main worry is my personal data,” Mzee Osekule says.

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