In search for an explanation to the upsurge in infant mortality in Kenya during the 1988–2003 period

In search for an explanation to the upsurge in infant mortality in Kenya during the 1988–2003 period

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In Kenya, infant mortality rate increased from 59 deaths per 1000 live births in 1988 to 78 deaths per 1000 live births by 2003. This was an increase of about 32 percent in 15 years. The reasons behind this upturn are poorly understo...

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Main Authors: Wafula Sam W, Ikamari Lawrence DE, K’Oyugi Boniface O
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-06-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Infant mortality
Decomposition
Malaria
HIV/AIDS
Kenya
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/441

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