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    "id": 1007078,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1007078/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Maragwa, JP",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. (Ms.) Mary Njoroge",
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        "legal_name": "Mary Wamaua Waithira Njoroge",
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    "content": "expectant mothers have been reluctant to visit health institutions for fear of contracting the COVID-19 disease. Expectant mothers are now opting for private midwives to assist in home births and postnatal care. It is of concern that traditional midwives have never been endorsed by the Government despite their existence. Further, the preexisting crisis may draw more women to give birth in their homes and as a result, more infants and young children will miss the pediatric appointments for routine immunization and other health related matters. It is against this background that I seek a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health to address the following- i What is the status of hospital visits, vaccination of children and births by expectant mothers as compared to same period last year? ii What measures has the relevant Ministry taken to support expectant mothers who opt to give birth at home, including access to medical assistance or referral services after birth? iii What is the status of routine immunisation services countrywide during the COVID-19 pandemic period and which immunisation services are being provided? iv What steps has the relevant Ministry taken to improve the immunisation coverage to children during the COVID-19 pandemic period. Thank you, Hon. Speaker?"
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