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Kenyatta Hospital carries out at least eight amputations monthly as a result of diseases linked to using cigarettes

Richard Kanyoro admitted at Kenyatta National Hospital with a severe case of gangrene. His limbs were amputated to prevent the condition from spreading to other parts of the body. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Patrick Musyoki would give anything to turn back the clock - at least to the last five years of his life.

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