Nigeria Urged to Prioritize Palliative Care for Universal Health Coverage
Professor Ikeoluwa Ajayi of the University College Hospital Ibadan advocates for the inclusion of palliative care in all hospitals across Nigeria to enhance universal health coverage. He highlights the need to address the discomfort and lower quality of life experienced by chronically ill patients.
Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi and Dr. Idri Fasasi also stress the significance of palliative care in healthcare delivery. The call is made for a collaborative effort among healthcare workers, policymakers, caregivers, and community leaders to ensure universal access to palliative care in Nigeria.
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