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Ebola in Kenya: Ouma Oluga calls for coordinated response

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Ebola in Kenya: Ouma Oluga calls for coordinated response

Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Ouma Oluga, is calling for a whole-of-government approach to the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak. He is advocating stronger preparedness, surveillance and public awareness, as Kenya has already recorded cases and response measures, according to Capital FM.

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