Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) has reassured the public that its services remain uninterrupted after placing one individual under quarantine for precautionary monitoring following reported contact with a suspected Ebola case aboard an aircraft 20 days ago.
In a press release dated Thursday, October 22, 2026, the Eldoret-based referral hospital said the individual remains asymptomatic and has tested negative for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD).
The hospital clarified that the person has not exhibited symptoms associated with the disease, including fever, bleeding, vomiting or diarrhoea, and is being monitored in accordance with protocols established by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Health.
According to MTRH, the individual is awaiting completion of the recommended 21-day monitoring period before being cleared for release.
The hospital added that all identified contacts have been appropriately followed up as part of ongoing surveillance and public health measures aimed at preventing the potential spread of the disease.
MTRH sought to calm public concerns, emphasising that the precautionary monitoring does not affect its operations or the delivery of essential healthcare services.
"All Hospital services continue uninterrupted," the statement read, adding that the facility remains fully operational and vigilant.
The hospital said it is working closely with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to strengthen disease surveillance, early detection, infection prevention and control, case management, and community engagement.
It also highlighted its preparedness to respond to any potential public health emergency, noting that it has a multidisciplinary Rapid Response Team trained to handle suspected infectious disease cases.
The team continues to undertake simulation exercises, departmental training and refresher sessions for frontline healthcare workers to ensure a coordinated and timely response should the need arise.
In addition to internal preparedness, the hospital said it is intensifying public awareness and community sensitisation through triage areas, media engagements, religious leaders, community representatives and other stakeholders.
Particular attention is being directed towards communities associated with cross-border movement, including long-distance truck drivers, who may face increased exposure risks because of frequent travel across different regions.
The sensitisation campaign seeks to educate the public on the signs and symptoms of Ebola, preventive measures, early reporting and the importance of seeking appropriate medical care.
Members of the public have been urged to maintain proper hand hygiene, remain vigilant and follow guidance issued by the Ministry of Health.
MTRH has further advised anyone experiencing symptoms suggestive of Ebola, particularly individuals who may have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed case, to seek medical attention promptly and disclose any relevant exposure history to healthcare workers.
Ebola Virus Disease is a severe and often fatal illness that can spread through direct contact with the blood or other bodily fluids of an infected person who is symptomatic, or through contaminated materials.
The incubation period ranges from two to 21 days, making monitoring of individuals with a potential exposure an important component of disease surveillance and outbreak prevention.
MTRH reiterated its commitment to protecting public health through heightened preparedness, continuous surveillance and a coordinated response in line with national and international health protocols.
The hospital's latest communication comes as health authorities continue to emphasise the importance of early detection, accurate information and public cooperation in managing suspected infectious disease exposures.
The facility has urged the public to remain calm and rely on official health communications, noting that the individual under monitoring has so far tested negative and remains without symptoms.
