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The economic burden of type 2 diabetes on the public healthcare system in Kenya: a cost of illness study

Caroline H. Karugu
Petronell Kruger
Milka Wanjohi
Richard E. Sanya
Micheal Kofi Boachie
Patrick G. Ilboudo
Veronica Ojiambo
Charles Agyemang
Aisha Moolla
Stefanie Vandevijvere
Lilian Mburu
Gershim Asiki

20248 citationsOpen accessUniversity of the Witwatersrand

Abstract

This study shows that T2D imposes a huge burden on Kenya's healthcare system. There is a need for government and societal action to develop and implement policies that prevent T2D, and appropriately plan care for those diagnosed with T2D.

Research topics

Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
Healthcare Systems and Reforms

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DOI: 10.1186/s12913-024-11700-x

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