Read full paper at: http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=49365#.VI5ZDcnQrzE Author(s) Pauline G. Okemwa , Harrison M. K. Maithya , David O. Ayuku Affiliation(s) Department of Health Management, School of Public Health, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya . Department of Anthropology, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya . Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Medicine, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya . ABSTRACT Background: The practice of female genital cutting as a cultural obligation is widespread in Kenya but there is little consensus about its effects on health. Some of the health risks associated with female genital cut range from minor and short-term...
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