Wellington Clinics denies involvement in alleged kidney transplant deal
…Suspends renal transplant services By Chidinma Chukwu ABUJA — Wellington Clinics, Abuja, has denied involvement in any financial transaction linked to a controversial kidney transplant performed at its facility, saying its role was limited to providing an equipped theatre and a conducive environment for the procedure. The hospital said the transplant was conducted by an […]
Seasoned journalist, Dele Agekameh, dies at 60
Dele Agekameh, veteran journalist and columnist is dead at age 60. Agekameh, died on Friday after a prolonged battle with renal disorder His lawyer son, Fabian, who confirmed the development, explained that the kidney problem came to bare in 2010. He also revealed that Mr Agekameh had mild case of diabetes and was also hypertensive. […]
Abuse of pain killers could damage kidney – Pharmacist
A Pharmacist, Rotkang Okunlola, has identified self-medication and abuse of painkillers and antibiotics as some of the leading causes of kidney damage.
Self-medication, abuse of pain killers could damage kidney – Pharmacist
A Pharmacist, Rotkang Okunlola, has identified self-medication and abuse of painkillers and antibiotics as some of the leading causes of kidney damage.
FG urged to increase coverage of kidney treatment in NHIS
The President of Beatitudes Kidney and Eye Foundation, Dr Chimezie Okwuonu has expressed concern over the little coverage given to kidney dialysis in the nation’s National Health Insurance Scheme, NHIS, and called on the government to review the policy to make more accommodation for kidney dialysis.
Kidney disease: Why you should not take ‘Agbo’
By Vivian Ihechu According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), traditional medicine is generally available, affordable, and commonly used in large parts of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. WHO estimates that about 80 per cent of the population in developing countries still depend on traditional medicine for their Primary Healthcare (PHC) needs; however, this percentage […]
