Nigeria galvanizes ECOWAS to combat region’s health challenges

Nigeria has taken the lead in mobilizing the West African sub-region to address persistent health challenges, including maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and the emerging threat of non-communicable diseases. , emphasized Nigeria’s crucial role due to its status as the largest and most populous country in the region, which brings unique perspectives and challenges.

“With a diverse landscape and a significant portion of the population residing in rural areas, we face the ongoing task of ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare services across all communities. “However, we recognize that there is still much work to be done, particularly in addressing persistent issues such as maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and the emerging threat of non-communicable diseases.

Earlier, Melchior Athanase Joël Aissi, the Director General of WAHO, highlighted the increasing urgency in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals within the next five years. He emphasized the significance of this directive, citing breastfeeding as one of the most potent methods for maintaining health and guaranteeing child survival.

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

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