Oyo State Promotes Self-Care for Healthier Communities

The Oyo State Ministry of Health and the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board, in partnership with the Society for Family Health (SFH), are promoting self-care as a vital strategy for enhancing health and reducing the burden of preventable diseases. The initiative coincides with the 2026 Self-Care Month, which began with a radio program emphasizing that self-care is essential for daily survival.

Mrs Folasade Olatunde, the Reproductive Health Coordinator of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board, highlighted that self-care includes personal hygiene, nutrition, exercise, and mental well-being. She urged individuals with chronic conditions to monitor their health regularly.

Mrs Anifat Romoke Adedeji, the Oyo State Family Planning Coordinator, stressed the importance of self-care in family planning, noting that women can use contraceptives independently after proper guidance. Mr Adeniyi Ademola, the Adolescent Desk Officer, emphasized self-care's significance for adolescents, covering their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.