diabetes
26 Oct
The Federal Government has launched a free medical outreach in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to screen residents for hypertension and diabetes. The project being championed by the Health Promotion Division (HPD) of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, is aimed at promoting early detection, prevention, and management of cardiometabolic diseases. Speaking during…
25 Oct
The Lagos State Government has launched a state-wide screening and public enlightenment campaign on hypertension and diabetes. The health campaign is tagged, “Know Your Numbers and Control Your Numbers”. The campaign will run from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2 at the state’s 300 primary healthcare centres and 30 general hospitals. Lagos State Commissioner for Health,…
17 Oct
The Nigerian Health Commissioners Forum (NHCF) has announced plans to screen 10 million Nigerians to combat the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension and diabetes.
12 Oct
Lagos Pacific Lions Club recently organised a free diabetes screening at Alade Market, Ikeja, Lagos, with diabetic patients given free drugs.
26 Jun 2024
Maintaining heart health and managing diabetes are critical issues worldwide, and Nigeria is no exception. According to the World Health Organization, non-communicable diseases, including heart disease and diabetes, are on the rise in Nigeria, accounting for 29% of all deaths. Regular physical activity is essential in preventing these conditions. This trend, highlighted by the World…
4 Jun 2024
Persons living with diabetes in Nigeria complained on Tuesday of the effect of the nationwide indefinite strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress. The strike, which began at midnight on Monday June 3, over a new minimum wage, has been total as offices, schools, airports and fuel stations have all…
19 May 2024
Health experts have warned that excess adiposity is the most challenging risk factor for diabetes, and thus, maintaining a healthy body weight and avoiding weight gain during adulthood is cornerstone of diabetes prevention.
6 Mar 2024
A narrative review conducted by Shammah Omololu, a PhD candidate and Research Coordinator at the University of Cincinnati, College of Nursing, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, has shed light on the crucial role of self-management in diabetes care. The review aimed to identify ways individuals with diabetes adhere to self-management recommendations to achieve optimal glycemic control and…
2 Mar 2024
As part of efforts aimed at giving back to the community, a non-governmental organisation, Oni Na Foundation, has reiterated its commitment to tackle diabetes and mental health issues through empowering, awareness, prevention and management.