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Self medication impeding war on malaria in Kenya, say Health officials

Self medication is the major hindrance in the war against malaria in Gusii region, health officials have said.

This is despite the officials saying they have achieved major strides in bringing to zero prevalence of the disease. Nyamira County Chief Officer in charge of Health Douglas Bosire said the county has recorded a sharp fall of cases of malaria from 30 to around five per cent.

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