Kidney Disease? Obasanjo Cries Out, See What He URGENTLY Beg FG To Do
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the National Assembly to pass a bill supporting individuals grappling with kidney diseases in Nigeria. He emphasized the necessity for legislative action during the 36th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the National Association of Nephrology in Abeokuta. Obasanjo also called upon relevant security agencies to enact laws targeting the emerging issue of ornai X trafficking, particularly concernin! DXBET cadaveric donations.
Highlighting the challenges in managing kidney diseases, Obasanjo stressed the importance of addressing risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, kidney infections, genetic predispositions, and lifestyle habits like the consumption of undefined herbal medications and chronic analgesic abuse. He underscored the urgency of the situation, noting that 15% of adult Nigerians suffer from irreversible kidney failure, a condition with life- threatening consequences if left untreated. Additionally, he pointed out that Africans are four times more likely to develop kidney problems than individuals of Caucasian or Mediterranean descent
Obasanjo advocated for a multifaceted approach to combating kidney disease, including prevention through lifestyle changes and early intervention with treatments like dialysis or transplantation. While acknowledging the role of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) in providing limited support for dialysis sessions, he suggested increasing the program’s capacity to align with international standards, citing examples from South Africa and Sudan.
Furthermore, Obasanjo emphasized the need for investments in local production of dialysis consumables to ensure sustainable access to essential medical supplies. He urged concerted efforts from both governmental and non- governmental stakeholders to address the growing burden of kidney diseases in Nigeria and across Africa.
In conclusion, Obasanjo’s call for legislative action and strategic interventions underscores the pressing need to prioritize kidney health within the broader public health agenda. By advocating for comprehensive measures to prevent, manage, and treat kidney diseases, he aims to improve the quality of life for affected individuals and reduce the societal impact of this debilitating
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