Sam Kariuki
Professor Sam Kariuki is the Director of the Centre for Microbiology Research at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and has been vocal about the role of flies in transmitting drug-resistant bacteria in Kenyan hospitals. His insights into the urgent need for enhanced infection control measures have garnered attention in the context of rising antimicrobial resistance.
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Recent news mentions
Dr. Sam Kariuki noted the lower prevalence of microbial resistance in rural settings compared to cities.
Why you need to think twice before taking antibiotics from local pharmacies
Kenya· 2026-01-22
Prof Sam Kariuki said new treatment options had transformed the fight against HAT.
Kenya declared free of sleeping sickness as public health problemKenya· 2025-08-09
Professor Sam Kariuki, Director of the Centre for Microbiology Research at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), warns that flies in hospital settings are exacerbating AMR spread.
Filthy, deadly: Flies in hospital wards spread drug-resistant bacteria, health experts warnKenya· 2025-02-24
