{"id":1239584,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1239584/?format=json","text_counter":188,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Sen. Mumma","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order 52(1) to make a Statement on a matter of general topical concern, namely; Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) that affect over one billion people globally and are responsible for significant morbidity and mortality. The Constitution of Kenya under Article 43 (1)(a) and Section 5 of the Health Act provide for the right to the highest attainable standard of health that shall include progressive access to promotive, preventive, curative, palliative and rehabilitative services."}