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Being young can be quite enchanting. However, growing old into the sixties can be quite scary when the reality of neglect stares at you. The number of older persons is increasing every day, globally. Population experts estimate that the greatest growth globally will be felt in Africa where health systems are unprepared.
Kenya is estimated to have about 2.9 million people at 65 years and older according to the 2009 national census. These longer lives are due to better health, declining fertility rates, improved economic status, better nutrition and a marked improvement in medical technology hence an early intervention in treatment of diseases.
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