Category: Health

Nurudeen Adebayo In a commendable effort to bolster community health, the Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS) organized a medical outreach at the Ikorodu Town Hall, where they provided essential medical services to the vulnerable members of the society. The health initiative was part of the ongoing 32nd Ikorodu – Oga Day celebration. At the outreach, IKODASS distributed 100 glasses to individuals who underwent eye screenings. The event, which aimed at providing healthcare within the community, also included free medical treatments for a diverse range of patients, encompassing the elderly,…

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Kunle Adelabu -Honoured by WHO Centre A Nigerian Virologist, Dr. AbdulAzeez A. Anjorin, who doubles as the Head, Department of Microbiology, and Team Leader for Influenza and Other Respiratory Tract Virus (IORTV) Research, at the Lagos State University, has, in far away Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, charged world leaders and stakeholders in health sector on the need for consistent surveillance of deadly diseases around the world. The scholar, said that it is through concerted efforts at surveillance that deadly virus that are ravaging different parts of the world can be eradicated.…

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Wale Jagun Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to the health sector, saying that his government will continue to ensure that quality health care service is accessible and affordable to residents of the State. Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke on Wednesday when he received the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who paid him a courtesy visit at the Lagos House, Marina. He congratulated Dr. Alausa on his well-deserved appointment as the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare by…

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Kunle Adelabu The Easygold Initiative for Mental Health was, on Monday, October 2, 2023, successfully launched through an online event that brought together stakeholders, mental health experts, and concerned individuals from around the world. The initiative was launched in commemoration of the birthday of its convener, Mr. Temidayo Hassan, a lecturer, innovator and public analyst. Easygold Initiative is aimed at promoting mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and provide resources and support for individuals struggling with mental health issues. The launching event was a significant milestone in advancing the cause of…

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Wale Jagun The appointment of Dr Femi Aletan as the Medical Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO), General Hospital (GH), Agbowa in Epe Division of Lagos State, has been confirmed. Dr Aletan was the former Deputy MD, General Hospital Ikorodu, under the leadership of Dr Taiwo Hassan, until his appointment. THE IMPACT gathered that he resumed to his new duty post few days back. Dr. Aletan, who is a Consultant, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, is an Alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Lagos State University (LASU). During his…

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Wale Jagun IKODASS, Partners To Assist Indigent Residents With Cataract Surgery, Glasses The Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS) is set to host another round of medical outreach, to provide residents of Ikorodu, especially indigent ones with free eyes screening, surgery and glasses. IKODASS, a socio – cultural and developmental organization, will be partnering with the Relief Human Suffering Foundation and Eye Foundation Hospital, in providing the medical services. The outreach is scheduled for 10am on July 6 and 7, 2023, at the Ikorodu Town Hall, Ikorodu. According to Asiwaju…

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kunle Adelabu It was a quadruple joy for one Mrs Faniyi who was delivered of a set of quadruplets at the General Hospital, lkorodu, through a successful caesarean section, after waiting for 11 years to have a child. The all – female quads were delivered 10minutes interval from one another, and weighed 2.45kg, 2.25kg, 1.7kg and 2kg respectively. According to the statement posted on Thursday on the hospital’s social media handles, a team of the doctors, nurses and other medical personnel of the hospital, led by Dr Femi Aletan, Consultant…

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-As medical professionals clamour for Asiwaju Tinubu as President Kunle Adelabu & Odede Efezino Kenneth Hundreds of Ikorodu residents have benefited from health services initiated by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo – Olu, and the First Lady, Dr (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo – Olu, in partnership with the General Hospital (GH), Ikorodu, towards bringing adequate medical services close to the people. About 800 adults, youths and children were screened freely for Diabetes, Eyes and Dental problems, and also provided laboratory tests, free medication, general consultation and treatments for…

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Wale Jagun Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in his determination to ensure Universal Health Coverage (UHC), equity and access to quality healthcare irrespective of the residents’ socio-economic status, has presented free health insurance to the vulnerable in Ijede LCDA.  The General Manager, Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, speaking at the flag-off of EKO Social Health Alliance (EKOSHA) Community Storm organised by the Agency in Ijede LCDA, commended Mr. Governor for his unwavering and continuous support, especially in providing special funds for the actualisation of free health insurance coverage…

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