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    "id": 1276645,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1276645/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Marsabit County, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Naomi Waqo",
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    "content": "The children in the gallery can see we are concerned about their future and for those who have advanced in age - their grandchildren. We know very well that thread worms in school kids spread very easily. They are common in every school and when children have colds it spreads very fast from schools to the homes and affects the entire family. This has been happening for many years. We also know this because growing up we were affected by these worms. Some of us did not have the opportunity to go to hospital and get proper treatment but through the grace of God we are here today. Many children are in this state today and this Motion should be implemented. Worm infestation causes anaemia in children who lack enough food. It also affects their growth and other silent problems affect their education. The only way to have a healthy society is by taking care of our children. If they are unhealthy their future and dreams are shattered. We should give this all the attention it deserves and specific health workers can be identified and sent to various schools to work with them and ensure deworming is done on timely basis. So, our children do not suffer from worms. We also know very well that majority of our schools especially those far from cities or in rural areas are not very developed. Where I come from children are exposed to many challenges because schools lack good structures and facilities like toilets which are in a deplorable situation. This means children can easily get diseases. School facilities must be improved and health workers attached so they can deworm on timely basis. The Ministry of Education must put enough money for the children. Parents must also ensure hygiene is maintained like cutting finger nails, taking regular showers and encouraging children to maintain cleanliness. The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
}