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August 17, 2023 UNICEF Calls On Government To Prioritize Human Development For Addressing Health Concerns

UNICEF Calls On Government To Prioritize Human Development For Addressing Health Concerns

UNICEF, during a two-day visit to adolescent health centres in Lagos, has called on all levels of government in the country to prioritize human development in order to address pressing health challenges.

Dr. Lu Wei Pearson, Associate Director of Maternal and Newborn Child Health at UNICEF, emphasized that despite its abundant resources, Nigeria lags behind in human development and faces high rates of child and maternal mortality, malnutrition, and other health concerns.

The centres visited included Tolu Community in Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government, Hello Lagos Adolescent and Youth Friendly Centre at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Iwaya Primary Health Centre Yaba, Lagos Mainland LGA, and Atan Street Empire Agege Motor Road.

Dr Victoria Isiramen, a Health Specialist with UNICEF Nigeria, stressed the importance of engaging young people on various health issues beyond sexual and reproductive health. She highlighted mental health, peer pressure, poor parental support, financial pressure, and stressful environments as crucial factors affecting young people.

Dr Ijeoma Agbo, another Health Specialist at UNICEF Nigeria, emphasized the significance of establishing functional Primary Health Centers (PHCs) across Wards to enhance access to health services at the grassroots level.

Dr Egemba Chinonso, a social media influencer known as 'Aproko Doctor,' praised UNICEF for empowering young people to discuss and address health concerns through their programs.

Bamike Olawumi, a reality TV star known as Bambam, appreciated the educational opportunity provided by UNICEF's visit, emphasizing the need for further advocacy to find solutions to challenges faced by young people in Nigeria.

August 2, 2023 Hospital House Officers in Lagos Protest Tragic Death of Colleague

Hospital House Officers in Lagos Protest Tragic Death of Colleague

House officers at the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island, are voicing their demands for justice following the tragic death of their colleague, Doctor Ovwaere Diaso.

On August 1, Diaso lost her life in an elevator accident while she was on her way to pick up her food from a vendor on the 10th floor.

In response to the devastating incident, house officers at the hospital organized a protest on Wednesday to seek justice for the deceased.

With placards bearing powerful messages like "It could have been me" and "The system is rigged against young doctors," they marched outside the hospital building while passionately chanting, "All we are saying, give us justice."

Diaso was on the verge of completing her housemanship in just two weeks when the unfortunate incident occurred.

Her colleagues are now coming together to ensure that her memory is honored and to push for accountability and improvements in the hospital's safety measures.

July 24, 2023 Medical Exam Results Show 529 Foreign-Trained Doctors Unsuccessful – MDCN

Medical Exam Results Show 529 Foreign-Trained Doctors Unsuccessful – MDCN

A recent report from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) reveals that a total of 529 foreign-trained medical and dental graduates did not pass the assessment examination conducted by the council.

The examination took place on July 12 and 13, 2023, at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Out of the 734 foreign-trained graduates who participated in the two-day assessment examination, only 189 medical graduates and 16 dental graduates were successful, amounting to a pass rate of 27.4%. On the other hand, 515 medical graduates and 14 dental graduates did not meet the requirements to pass the examination.

The MDCN plays a crucial role in regulating the practice of Medicine, Dentistry, and Alternative Medicine in Nigeria, ensuring the country's healthcare system remains secure. For foreign-trained doctors who intend to practice in Nigeria, the MDCN assessment examination is mandatory.

The examination assesses the candidates' competence in applying their knowledge of basic medical sciences and clinical skills in a real healthcare setting.

Dr. Tajudeen Sanusi, the Registrar of MDCN, commented on the results, acknowledging the pass rate as poor but emphasized the necessity of the assessment to safeguard the health of Nigerians.

He stressed the importance of maintaining high standards and ensuring that only qualified doctors contribute to the nation's healthcare system.

Dr. Sanusi highlighted that this assessment exam is not unique to Nigeria but follows a global practice. It is common for doctors trained in one jurisdiction who wish to practice in another to undergo assessment examinations in their new location.

This practice is implemented worldwide to maintain high standards of medical care and ensure the competency of practitioners in each country.

 

July 17, 2023 Deadly Anthrax Disease Outbreak Confirmed in Nigeria

Deadly Anthrax Disease Outbreak Confirmed in Nigeria

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has officially verified the presence of anthrax in Nigeria.

The alarming discovery was made on a farm in Suleja, Niger State, where several animals exhibited symptoms suggestive of anthrax infection.

Located at Gajiri along the busy Abuja-Kaduna expressway in Suleja Local Government Area, the farm housed various animals, including cattle, sheep, and goats.

Disturbingly, some of these animals displayed visible signs of anthrax, such as blood oozing from their body openings, including the anus, nose, eyes, and ears.

To address this concerning situation, Columba T. Vakuru, the Chief Veterinary Officer of Nigeria, issued an official statement on Monday, July 17, 2023.

Anthrax is caused by the spore-forming bacterium Bacillus and primarily affects livestock like cattle, sheep, and goats. It also poses a potential risk to humans who come into contact with infected animals or contaminated animal products, such as meat, wool, or skins.

A Rapid Response team, comprising federal and state One Health Professional experts, was dispatched to the farm for initial investigations and to collect samples from the affected animals. Subsequent laboratory tests conducted at the National Veterinary Research Institute laboratory confirmed the diagnosis, marking the first recorded case of anthrax in Nigeria in recent years.

In light of this outbreak, the federal government urgently appeals to all Nigerians to remain vigilant and immediately report any instances of animals displaying bleeding from their body openings to veterinary authorities or agriculture extension workers.

They stressed the significance of not attempting to process or move any dead or sick animal and encouraged the public to promptly seek assistance from veterinary doctors or the Ministry of Agriculture in their respective states.

Prior warnings had been issued by the federal government following an anthrax outbreak in Northern Ghana, where all infected animals tragically succumbed to the disease.

Skin-based anthrax can result from open wounds or contact with contaminated objects, while inhalation anthrax occurs when spores are inhaled.

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