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    "id": 974898,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/974898/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. (Dr.) Milgo",
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        "legal_name": "Milgo Alice Chepkorir",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker Sir. I rise, pursuant to Standing Order 47(1), to make a Statement on a matter of general topical concern, namely interventions to address the challenges brought about by diabetes in Kenya. As you may be aware, the number of Kenyans living with diabetes is rising and deaths from the disease have doubled in the last three decades, according to statistics. A report by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2016, suggests that one in every 17 Kenyans is diabetic and the International Federation (IF) data figures show that there were 458,900 diabetes cases in 2017. Mr. Speaker, Sir, diabetes is caused by lack of, or inadequate levels of insulin in the pancreas, hence impairing the body’s ability to process glucose. Despite being termed as a lifestyle and manageable disease, especially with regard to Type 2 Diabetes, many more people are still getting diagnosed with it. The irony is that low income members of society are worst hit by the disease and there are two contributing factors that predispose this group to the disease. First, they lack easy access to information about the disease in terms of how it can be prevented, diagnosed or even managed. Secondly, they lack finances to screen, buy drugs or properly manage the disease, once diagnosed. The high cost of healthcare also prevents Kenyans from seeking medical help, thus leading to severe complications and even death. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate."
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