§ 42. Dr. Strossasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what is the incidence of the venereal diseases among the Masai tribe in Kenya; and what medical provision is available for treatment of those who are infected.
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§ Mr. Lennox-BoydA survey of two small sections of the tribe carried out in 1950 showed an incidence of about 20 per cent. in males and 5 per cent. in females. Medical treatment by penicillin injections and other modern drugs is available at hospitals and dispensaries free of charge.