SOFPON Raises Concerns Over Nigeria's Healthcare Sector Challenges
The Society of Family Physicians of Nigeria (SOFPON) raised alarm over the challenges facing Nigeria's healthcare sector, citing economic strains and security risks impacting healthcare services. Dr. Bless Chukwukelu, the president of SOFPON, emphasized the need for mandatory funding for mental health support and psychological services within healthcare facilities.
The ongoing 28th Annual General Scientific Meeting in Abuja focused on navigating economic survival and health security for Nigerian families. The event underscored the critical role of family medicine in national healthcare delivery and economic recovery.
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