The minister explained that the dialysis would be done at an 80 per cent subsidy to ensure that dialysis care is more accessible and affordable to Nigerians.
Some health stakeholders say Nigeria’s primary healthcare centres, which serve as the backbone of the country’s healthcare system, need revitalisation.
The neuropsychiatrist lamented that people spend too much time on social media, which, to a great extent, affects their mental health.
Mr Ugochukwu said this on Saturday in Abuja during a seminar for health journalists on ‘Enhancing HPV Vaccine Awareness and Uptake in Nigeria’.
The Kogi government has committed N7 billion to upgrade 88 additional primary healthcare centres across the state.
The federal government has allocated N1.3 billion to the CHF over the past four years, with N200 million earmarked for the fund in the 2024 budget.
According to the endocrinologist, the nutritional properties of dates include carbohydrates, fibre, and vitamins, among other minerals.
The AATF project manager said increased anti-GMO technology activism, with court cases, is another challenge to stop African farmers from growing genetically engineered crops.
NEMA conveyed the strategic stakeholders meeting to discuss preparedness, response plans, and proactive measures within Nigeria’s national context against the virus.
“We’re not seeing sustained circulation,” she said. “The man who died of the disease in Louisiana was over 65 and reportedly had underlying medical conditions.’’
