Kogi trains health workers on integrated management of acute malnutrition
Governor Ahmed Ododo has reaffirmed his dedication to improving nutrition for children and women.
The governor gave the assurance at the inauguration of a training programme for trainers on the Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition on Monday in Lokoja.
The training, organised by the health ministry in collaboration with ANRIN projects, aimed to equip healthcare professionals with essential skills to effectively manage acute malnutrition in children.
Mr Ododo emphasised the critical importance of early nutrition for children and the need for proactive measures to combat malnutrition. He announced that the state government had initiated treatment protocols for malnourished individuals in Kogi.
He directed the State Health Insurance Agency to cover expenses for all malnourished children with additional co-morbidities.
The governor also urged stakeholders to mobilise and raise awareness within their communities to ensure access to healthcare services for children aged six to 59 months.
Earlier in his remarks, the health commissioner, Adeiza Abdulazeez, underscored the significance of the training in enhancing the nutritional status of children.
He urged stakeholders to mobilise and raise awareness within their communities to ensure access to healthcare services.
(NAN)
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