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    "id": 1458239,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Nominated, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Dorothy Muthoni",
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    "content": " Hon. Deputy Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health regarding the status of the Kimathi Cancer Centre at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology. The Dedan Kimathi University Cancer Management Centre was launched as a crucial healthcare initiative aimed at providing comprehensive cancer services, including research, treatment and management. The project, financially backed by the Hungarian Government, was envisioned to serve as a regional hub for cancer care, benefiting Nyeri and its surrounding counties and become a national hub for cancer care and treatment. However, it is deeply concerning that, despite its critical importance, the project is yet to be completed with little transparency regarding its current status. The urgency of completing that centre is underscored by alarming health statistics which indicate that cancer is the third leading cause of death in the country, followed by infectious and cardio-vascular diseases. Article 43(1) of the Constitution enshrines the right of every person to the highest attainable standard of health, including the right to healthcare services. As such, the delay in the completion of that project has significantly impacted patients who are forced to travel long distances, often to Nairobi or even abroad, to access essential healthcare services. It is against this backdrop that I request for a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Health on the following: 1. The current status of construction and operationalisation of the Dedan Kimathi Cancer Centre project and reasons for delayed completion. 2. Steps the Government has undertaken to address the challenges that have led to the delay in the completion of the project and plans for its completion, including specific timelines. Thank you, Hon. Deputy Speaker."
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