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It’s been 41 years since the first case of HIV was reported in kenya. The country has made remarkable strides in managing the epidemic. however, a new challenge is threatening these gains. Patients on second-line antiretroviral, ARV, treatment are facing shortages of critical drugs due to a nationwide transition to newer medications.
Shortage of ARVs in Kisumu county due to a nationwide transition to newer medications
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