The country was thrown into mourning after the former prime minister and the Orange Democratic Movement party leader, Raila Odinga, was pronounced dead. A cardiologist at the Devamatha Hospital has spoken after former prime minister Raila Odinga’s death. Raila passed away in India, where he had gone to seek medical attention. What happened to Raila Odinga? Before his death, Raila had experienced breathing difficulties that caused him to collapse at 7:45 am during his morning walk. He was then rushed to the Devamatha Hospital for medical attention, but his health quickly deteriorated. Doctors at the facility stated that Raila suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away.
Speaking to the press on Wednesday, October 15, Dr Fons, a cardiologist at Devamatha Hospital, gave a breakdown of the efforts made to save Raila Odinga’s life. She stated that upon Raila’s arrival at the facility, they began administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). This method can save a life after cardiac arrest by helping circulate blood to the brain and other vital organs when the heart stops or beats ineffectively. When CPR proved ineffective, Fons said they attempted other methods, including putting a tube in Raila’s respiratory system, but those also failed to improve his condition. He was later transferred to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with all the staff and the facilities. They managed to stabilise him for a while “We continued CPR and other measures. Despite these efforts, he did not survive. We are very sorry to inform you that he is no longer with us. We pass our prayers and condolences to his family and the Kenyan people,” Fons said. Fons also provided Raila’s medical history when he was brought in for emergency care at the facility.
“He was diabetic and hypertensive. He was a chronic disease patient. He had right lower limb DVT for which he was put on IVC filter,” she added. Meanwhile, the body of the late prime minister, covered with a green sheet, was seen being moved on a stretcher. What else you need to know about Raila’s death President William Ruto joined Kenyans in mourning the death of the former minister by paying an emotional tribute to him Gabriel Oguda shared details of his last conversation with Raila days before his death Bondo residents erupted into mourning, taking to the streets to mourn the ODM party leader’s death Oburu Oginga confirms Raila was sick The political veteran’s death came days after his brother, Oburu Oginga, confirmed he was in poor health amid growing speculation.
Oburu, stated that just like any other human being had been taken ill but was recuperating. Siaya senator Oburu Oginga admitted that Raila Odinga was sick. Photo: Oburu Oginga. Source: Facebook He said Raila was back on his feet after what he described as a minor health setback. Oburu’s comments came days after Raila’s wife, Ida Odinga, clarified his medical condition. Raila’s absence from public sparked widespread speculation, leading to misinformation about his health. Ida dismissed the rumours, saying her husband was taking time off from public engagements to rest after a hectic political season.
By Faith Chandianya
