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Oktoberfest: Beware the risks of excessive drinking

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Many will be familiar with October being the month associated with a beer festival, popularly known as Oktoberfest. The festival has its origins in Munich, Germany and dates back to the early 1800s.

But the festival has since spread worldwide, with local versions of Oktoberfest being held in many countries and cities. Kenya hasn't been an exception either, a local brewery company spearheads the festival every October.

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