Katsina Records 50 New Spinal Cord Injury Cases Annually, Experts Emphasize Prevention and Support

Katsina State experiences an average of 40-50 new spinal cord injury cases each year, with causes including road accidents and falls from heights. Dr.

Nasir Dalhatu Kurfi, a neurosurgeon at the Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina, highlighted the high cost of managing such injuries. Efforts are being made to educate the public, improve access to rehabilitation services, and establish specialized care centers to reduce long-term disabilities.

Various individuals and organizations, including Hajiya Zulaihat Dikko Radda and Justice Musa Danladi Abubakar, have commended initiatives supporting people with disabilities, particularly those affected by spinal cord injuries.