“If the illness is not a notifiable condition, as the case definition for viral haemorrhagic fever, then his privacy and medical confidentiality must be respected,” he said.
The move aimed at reducing preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
The federal government has begun laboratory investigations to determine the exact cause of a strange flesh-eating disease that has killed seven people in Malabu, Adamawa State
Mr Obi expressed concern about the growing menace of drug abuse among youths.
Stakeholders in Bauchi State have called for intensified advocacy on early antenatal care, especially in the first trimester.
“Childhood cancer is not a death sentence. No child should die due to a lack of funds,” said Ms Adekanye.
Ms Akinola-Akinwole said the competition sought to capture men’s interest and turn players into vaccination champions across Lagos communities.
As of September 10, 67 cases have been recorded, with eight patients receiving surgical treatment at the Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital in Yola.
The programme will cover children under five years, adolescents, orphans, pregnant women, persons with disability, and the aged.
Mr Wike also commended the doctors for calling off the strike in the interest of patients and the territory.
