Hand sanitizers are one of the key tools being utilized to control the spread of the novel SARS-CoV-2 (coronavirus).  The principle component and active ingredient of hand sanitizers that are recommended for coronaviruses is alcohol at a concentration of at least 60% (v/v).  The two formulations developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) are based on either ethanol or isopropyl alcohol.   The WHO formulas also include hydrogen peroxide and glycerin as a humectant.  Commercial hand sanitizers may contain other additives such as polymeric thickeners (e.g., Carbomer), f

The outbreak of COVID-19 that was initially identified in China in December 2019 continues to grow.

Researchers, scientists and scholars across the globe are working tirelessly to get a cure that will help stop COVID-19.

The University greatly appreciates the efforts by staff and students from the College of Health Sciences for their continued dedicated service to help end the COVID-19 pandemic.
Their efforts can not go unnoticed following the Ministry of Health announcement about the recovery of two patients who had contracted the disease. 
The two, Ivy Brenda  Cherotich and Brian Orinda had been quarantined for 23 days at Mbagathi Hospital.