Africa’s healthcare system is impacted by shortage of healthcare workers, lack of funding, inadequate infrastructure, & limited resources.
Tag Archives: Health Care
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Jul
Jul
In healthcare, the term “Golden Hour” carries a life-saving significance. Popularized by U.S. military surgeon R. Adams Cowley in the 1980s, it refers to the first 60 minutes after a traumatic injury, when timely medical intervention can mean the difference between life and death. While the severity of injuries can vary, the goal is to […]
Health emergencies, such as pandemics and natural disasters, can have a devastating impact on communities, especially those that are already vulnerable. These events can intensify existing inequalities and overly affect certain groups, such as the poor, elderly, and those with underlying health conditions. In this write up, we will explore the ways in which health […]
05
Feb
Feb
The prevalence of anaemia. Pa David (not real name), an old man in his sixties was admitted to one of the public hospitals in Lagos with diagnosis of severe anaemia. He needed financial assistance to access further medical treatment but he nor his family members afford the needed funds. The medical social worker was informed […]
02
Feb
Feb
Have you heard of the budding health threat in Nigeria apart from Covid-19? In recent times, there have been increased frequency of deaths attributable to cardiac arrests. Cardiologists have expressed concerns that cardiac arrest –related deaths among Nigerians may be more common than previous thoughts. In recent times, particularly since the outbreak of the Covid-19 […]
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Oct
Oct
If you have ever had a challenge with your health or your loved one has, then you’ll probably agree with the clause ‘Good health is underrated’ and you clearly recognise the value of perfect health. In recent weeks, HEI had received numerous phone calls from different people about the need for financial assistance for medical […]
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Aug
Aug
Emergency on Nigeria’s public health. Before Covid-19, Nigeria’s economy was already slippery, Covid-19 came upon us and the country is presently languishing in pre- Covid-19 and Covid-19 economic implications. The stats don’t lie, while Covid-19 is in a league of its own rampaging the world, our society is sadly being devoured by less threatening illnesses. […]
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May
May
Health is no respecter of persons. “Our dad was sick around 9-10 pm, we rushed him to the Teaching Hospital. To my surprise, we couldn’t find a single doctor. None of the consultants was around. Once they tell them a patient is around, they disappear thinking such person is a Covid 19 patient. We couldn’t […]
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Mar
Mar
The world is in a state of global emergency with the presence of a pandemic virus ravaging the world and Nigeria is in no way left out of this even as there are presently 12 confirmed cases of Corona Virus in Lagos State. Without gainsaying, there is a palpating frenzy in the country that can […]