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Traditions and myths hindering the uptake of contraceptives

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A woman holding contraceptive pills. (Courtesy/AP)

Over half of the population in the reproductive age bracket in Trans Nzoia County do not use contraceptives due to myths and culture.

According to data from the county department of health, uptake of contraceptives is at 45 per cent. The same stands at a paltry 16 per cent in Endebess Sub-county alone.

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