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I survived alcoholism, now I want to help others: The story of 34-year-old Linda Meitex

Linda Meitekene (Meitex) Ouko

Linda Meitekene (Meitex) Ouko, a bubbly and confident 34-year-old narrates how alcoholism nearly robbed her of her life, her future and the support of family and friends. She speaks about the journey towards her sobriety

I woke up shivering, shaking, sweating and scratching myself. I was thoroughly confused and in need of a drink. It had been a day since my last drink. I asked where I was and I was told that I had reached Asumbi Treatment Centre in Homa Bay. How did I get here? I asked myself.

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