University of Nairobi Medical Students Treats Victims Of Mall Attack

UoN Medical Student At Scene

The University of Nairobi yesterday dispatched medical students to hospitals in Nairobi to help doctors deal with patients from the Westgate attack. Speaking yesterday at the graduation square, deputy vice chancellor in charge of finance Peter Mbithi said the response is needed in the country.

He said the medical students will assist the doctors in treating minor injuries as doctors handle the serious cases. The medical students have been sent to MP Shah and Aga Khan hospitals.

Mbithi also said that the University has also launched a blood donation drive to have students donate blood for the victims.

"This initiative has been launched to support the nation deal with the emergency. As an institution, we cannot just sit back whereas our brothers are suffering," Mbithi said. He said at least 2000 students and staff are expected to donate blood by end of tomorrow evening. Yesterday, hundreds of students had lined up to donate blood at the University's graduation square.

Mbithi also donated blood.