IntegratE: SFH, Gates, govt seek sustainable family planning gains
By Chioma Obinna The Society for Family Health, SFH, the Gates Foundation and government agencies have called for the institutionalisation of gains recorded under the IntegratE Project, saying stronger funding, data integration and referral systems are needed to sustain expanded access to family planning services in Nigeria.The stakeholders said the nine-year initiative had demonstrated that […]
Diabetes: Apollo Hospitals, Sanofi open sugar clinics
Diabetes management has been taken to the next level through the partnership between Apollo Hospitals and Sanofi to establish 50 Apollo Sugar Clinics, as integrated diabetes care programme that would cater for local and international patients.
FG establishes policy on occupational safety and health
The Federal government has established a national policy on occupational safety and health, and a system of inspections to enforce compliance with occupational safety and health legislation.
Demand accurate and reliable tests results as a right — MLSCN
Nigerians have been urged to demand accurate and reliable test results as a right from medical laboratories in the country.
FG assures enabling environment for bioresources development
The Federal Government through the Ministry of Science and Technology, FMST, will continue to provide a credible platform for bioresources development in the country.
Dentist raises alarm over crowded, crooked teeth
The Managing Dentist of Choice Dental Lagos, Dr. Sade Akiode, has raised an alarm over what she described as misaligned, crowded or crooked unsightly gaps between teeth and missing teeth said to be on the increase among Nigerians. Orthodontics is the treatment that help move teeth that are crooked or do not fit together properly.
