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Improving health in Kenya today is an important objective, with an obvious direct impact on longevity and accelerating economic growth for millions of Kenyans

The distribution of diseases in the country has been examined, identifying frequently reported diseases by Kenyans. Knowledge of the disease prevalence is not only important for identifying the relative risk levels among the population but it is also key in enhancing formulation of effective intervention policies.

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