Trachoma in Kenya Reflections of Ramadan
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2007, Vol 7, Issue 2
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Authors and Affiliations
Abdul-Majid Wangai| Medicare Wellness Medical Centres, Nairobi and New Life Homes, Kenya. P. O. Box 62610, City Square 00200, Nairobi, Kenya, Maryam Wangai| Ministry of Health, Republic of Kenya, P. O. Box 62610, City Square 00200, Nairobi, Kenya
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