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Why your child needs measles jab

Dr Nicholas Ochieng. [PHOTO: AYOKI ONYANGO/STANDARD]

Among the leading causes of death in children under five years, measles takes a place of prominence.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), measles can be easily contained since there is a readily available safe and effective vaccine.

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