The Delta State Government has announced a significant reduction in the cost of dialysis treatment at state-owned hospitals, lowering fees from over N70,000 to N45,000, as part of ongoing efforts to ease the financial burden on patients battling kidney-related ailments.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this during a live programme on Delta Television, "Politics in Perspective," highlighting that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the procurement of eight new dialyzers to support this initiative across government hospitals in the state.
Dr. Onojaeme emphasized that the state’s recent investments in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) scan machines would also reduce the need for residents to travel long distances, both within and outside Nigeria, for medical diagnosis. He further cautioned medical personnel against malpractice, warning that erring staff would face severe sanctions.
The Commissioner also noted that the governor has sanctioned the renovation and overhaul of over 150 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) across the three senatorial districts to enhance access to affordable healthcare. Delta’s free maternal healthcare programme has already yielded results, reducing maternal mortality from 350 to 120 per 100,000 live births.
To strengthen service delivery, all government hospitals have been authorized to utilize 100 percent of their Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) to meet operational needs. Currently, Delta State operates three tertiary hospitals, 65 general hospitals, and 441 PHCs, many undergoing comprehensive remodeling.
Dr. Onojaeme also highlighted ongoing monitoring under the Drug Revolving Fund to prevent the entry of fake or adulterated drugs into government health facilities. He commended Governor Oborevwori’s recognition by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) for being the first governor in the country to pay the Medical Residency Fund alongside other health sector projects.
Finally, the Commissioner urged Deltans to engage in regular medical check-ups for early detection and prevention of serious ailments, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to making healthcare both accessible and affordable.
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