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We need a sustainable strategy for tackling rising chronic diseases

We need a sustainable strategy for tackling rising chronic diseases

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for more than 50 per cent of total hospital admissions and over 55 per cent of hospital deaths in Kenya.

Chronic illnesses including cancer, heart attack, stroke, renal/kidney failure, stroke, and dementia among others, require extensive medical care and treatment.

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