No fewer than two hundred and fifty-five (255) workers of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital have been sacked by the management of the institution. An internal memorandum signed by one A.M Ajiferuke, dated 27th December, 2017, a copy obtained by DAILY POST Thursday morning, confirmed the disengagement of workers of the teaching hospital jointly owned by Oyo and Osun States. The list also revealed that 299 other workers of the hospital are to be redeployed to the state service, bringing the total of affected workers to 554. The internal memo reads, “Kindly find below the list of disengaged staff as directed by the Oyo State Government and approved by the board at her meeting held on Thursday, 21st December, 2017.” Source: nairaland

ONDO STATE SCHOOL OF NURSING AFFILIATED TO UNIMED, BECOMES DEGREE AWARDING Ondo State Government has approved the affiliation of the state School of Nursing and Midwifery in Akure to the state University of Medical Sciences UNIMED, Ondo, in a bid to make the school a degree awarding institution. Briefing Government House Reporters at the end of the weekly State Executive Council meeting in Akure, the State Commissioner for Health Dr Wahab Adegbenro said the decision was in line with the directive of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria. The State Executive Council also approved that the Medical Village in Ondo City become the Teaching Hospital of UNIMED and the State Specialist Hospitals in Akure and Ondo become annexes of the teaching hospital. Also the Special Adviser to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on Health, Dr  Jibayo Adeyeye disclosed that a 9-man committee has been set up to harmonize the decisions of the council. The committee according to him, would...

Mrs Toyin Saraki expressed her seasonal greetings to the Nigeria Midwives and all over the world. She is the founder / Director of Wellbeing Foundation Africa, also the ICM Global Goodwill Ambassador. She wishes all the midwives a joyous Christmas celebration. This was contained in her tweet as she eulogised thier commitment in providing quality healthcare and safe delivery.

  It is said that one who saves a life is a hero. Nurses save millions of lives. Therefore, nurses are super heroes. Even though our efforts are downplayed by the very society we sacrifice all to serve and protect, we should take pride in the fact that our work is noble, virtuous and knowledge-based and without us no meaningful success is achieved in care delivery at all levels of healthcare, anywhere in the world.  As we celebrate Christmas and prepare to journey through year 2018, it’s good we remind ourselves that we also contribute to the reason our giant strides are downplayed by the society. We have not sufficiently propagated our crucial roles in care delivery to the public through effective public relations. Nobody can do that better than us.  We therefore implore nurses to acquaint themselves with the tenets of public relations in nursing practice and market nursing as the good and indispensable product that it is, everywhere, everyday and every time. ...

The Accreditation of School of Nursing Birnin -Kebbi has been Withdrawn and embargo placed on admission of new intakes.  In a letter dated the 18th of December 2017 and signed by the Secretary General/Registrar Alh Faruk Umar Abubakar to the Honourable Commissioner Ministry  of Health, Kebbi State  on the councils decision to withdraw the accreditation status of the school and place an embargo on the intake of new students at its 43rd General meeting following the schools inability to reapply for accreditation.    Below is the content of the letter:   WITHDRAWAL OF ACCREDITATION STATUS (SCHOOL OF NURSING, BIRNIN-KEBBI, KEBBI STATE)   The Board of Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria had, at its 42nd General Meeting, withdrew the accreditation status of your School and placed embargo on students' intake with immediate effect.    The action is in line with section 14, subsection 2 of the Nursing and Midwife, Council Act 2004 for your ina...

*SEASONAL GREETINGS* Great Nigeria Nurses/Midwives, I am delighted to communicate you all, young and old, male and female, students and qualified nurses. I bring you seasonal and solidarity greetings during this era full of Christmas celebrations and various activities are in top gear to celebrate the end of this year 2017. Dear professional colleagues in all areas of our endeavour and professional undertakings, viz professional unionism, clinical practice, education sector (department of nursing sciences in the universities, colleges of nursing/midwiferies, and schools of nursing and midwifery), research institutions, government agencies, parastatals, extra ministerial departments, private organizations, non- governmental organizations, faith based institutions as well as professional regulatory agencies. I bring you fraternal greetings and solidarity message from the leadership of National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives and I pray for a merry Christmas, splendid end...

Photo via Pixabay by  RitaE Living far away from your family members can be difficult, especially if they are aging or have health issues. It’s only natural to want to help them, but doing so from afar can be tricky and complicated. If you hold the power of attorney for your parents or are considered a  “long-distance caregiver” , you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to begin when it comes to helping out. Fortunately, there are several apps  and services that will make life easier for both you and your loved one. With today’s technology, there are many ways you can help from afar and keep things running smoothly, not just for your loved one’s sake, but for your own. There’s a lot to think about, but with some organized planning and assistance from technology, you can ensure your loved one is well taken care of. Here’s how to get started. Get organized It’s hard to be helpful when you’re overwhelmed and disorganized, so it’s importan...

Chioma Nwabueze is a Registered Nurse, graduated from School of Nursing, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, 2015. She upheld the nursing oath by alleviating suffering of a man. Nurse isn't a killer nor prostitute as acclaimed by many newsprint and society. Below is her story: I came back from work and met this guy in my house. According to my family, they always see him around and my mum fondly called mama Africa, usually give him food anytime she sees him resting in front of our compound. To cut the story short, mother was only trying to do what was written in Bible. This man hailed from Adamawa state, a victim of the Boko Haram insurgents, he lost his parents and family during the insurgency, hence moved to  Lagos. On the 9th of December 2017,he was brought to our home by a good samaritan who found him dying of pains, he gave the good samaritan my home address as its the only family he has in Lagos. I met this stranger I haven't seen before in bad condi...

The Ghana Health Service in partnership with the Ghana Education  service is set to roll an annual health screening exercise for all first year senior high school  students across the country This move supported by the Government of Ghana is to help come up with strategies to improve adolescent health as well as create a database of adolescents in the country. Some of the screening to be done annually includes : Hepatits Haemoglobin BMI blood pressure Urine analysis Tuberculosis Chest xray among others Health workers will be brought together in every district to run the program. The team will comprise of 7 health workers from various speciality. Adu- Fokuo Douglas

Dr. Geralyn Datz  is a leading national mental health expert who has contributed to the National Pain Report. She is a chronic pain advocate. Recently, we discussed how her comments on Twitter about cognitive behavioral therapy can benefit the chronic pain community. Here are her comments: National Pain Report:  “We saw your tweet about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for pain relief – you seem to indicate that workers comp and other insurers are viewing it not only more positively but may also cover it? Would you like to expand?” Dr. Datz: “ Sure.  Psychotherapy as a whole is technically a covered service under workers compensation, and has been for many years. However, the challenge has been that acknowledging the mental health side of medical problems is something that Workers Comp has traditionally been loath to do. There are many reasons for this, but two of the most prominent have to do with the idea that the mind and body are separate, and that psychological suff...

Vanguard Pharmacy, one of the largest retail outlet and fastest growing retail chain in Nigeria has opened up a new branch in the interior of Osogbo, Osun State capital. The unveiling ceremony which was well attended by pharmacists, doctors, government functionaries, friends and a considerable number of residents in the community took place on 3 December  2017. Speaking with  Pharmanews , Pharm. Odukoya Taofik Oladipupo, founder and ceo, Vanguard Pharmacy Limited described the opening of his fourth branch as part of the company’s expansion policy.According to him, multi branching has been Vanguard’s long term strategic plan. “We are not only excited in opening more branches but fulfilling our vision in transforming Vanguard Pharmacy. This can only be achieved through efficient and innovative delivery of quality products and services that benefits the general public. And we remain passionate in achieving this vision,” he said. While fielding questions from journalists,...

CANCER: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AMELIORATING MENACE WITH RADIOTHERAPY CENTRE On Dec. 2, a radiotherapy centre with new Multileave Linear Accelerator, LINAC for cancer treatment was inaugurated at the National Hospital Abuja, by the wife of the Vice-President, Mrs Dolapo Osinbajo. The inauguration, no doubt was to reduce the burden of the terminal illness on the country. The journey to this noble feat began late in 2016 when Adewole paid a working visit to the National Hospital, Abuja, to assess the state of infrastructure and discovered that a brand new radiotherapy machine was purchased and supplied in 2013 but was not installed. Sadly, Nigeria has the highest concentration of cancer cases in Africa; reports show that 100,000 new cases occurred yearly and 15 per cent deaths are recorded, representing 20 per cent of Africa`s death ratio. The most unfortunate perspective is that cancer can ravage anyone irrespective of status, age, sex, tribe or religion. Suffice it to say that C...

COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF A 2 - DAY MEETING OF JOINT HEALTH SECTOR UNUINS (JOHESU) / ASSEMBLY OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS  (APHA)WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HELD ON THURSDAY 14TH AND TUESDAY 18TH DECEMBER, 2017. AT MHWUN NATIONAL SECRETARIAT, DURUMI, AREA 1, ABUJA The following were resolutions reached after the meeting: * Skipping of CONHESS 10 * Specialist Allowance * Same Scale Promotion * Internship * Committee on Critical Labour Matter * Employment of additional Health Professionals * The Implementation of Court Judgement * Enhanced Entry Point * Upward Review of Retirement Age from 60 - 65.

The Nursing and Midwifery council of Nigeria has released the results of the professional examinations for General/post Basic Nurses held in November 2017. Summary of the result: General Nursing recorded 94% pass rate Post basic students 90% pass rate Results can be view online from 20th of December 2017 Online registration for successful candidates and application for licensure only commences on 1st of January, 2018

The ancient, mind-calming practice of meditation may have a role in reducing the risk of heart disease. So says a scientific statement from the American Heart Association in the Sept. 28, 2017,  Journal of the American Heart Association . Experts reviewed dozens of studies published over the past two decades. The results suggest that meditation may improve a host of factors linked to heart disease, including stress, anxiety, depression, poor sleep quality, and high blood pressure. It may also help people stop smoking. An added bonus: it's low-cost and poses no apparent risk. You can learn meditation by taking a class (check your local community center or yoga studios) or watching an online video. The practice typically involves quiet, focused attention, during which you close your eyes while sitting comfortably. You then direct your consciousness to your breathing, an object, or a word or phrase known as a mantra. Mindfulness meditation encourages you to focus on the presen...

CALL FOR ABSTRACT AND POSTER SUBMISSION FOR THE 12TH IAPNN ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE IS NOW OPEN The conference is schedule for 6th – 11th May 2018 at the Emirate Grand Hotel Dubai UAE. Theme: “Making the World Better with Mental Health” Sub theme: ‘’No Mental Health. No Health’’. Submitting Abstract:  please submit your abstract via email secretary@iapnn.com or admin@iapnn.com no later than Monday 26th of February 2018. Abstract Title: Title must be limited to 15 words. Please consider how the themes relate to your presentation. And the whole abstract should not be more than 150 words. Presenter Bio: Please entre a bio of not more than 150 words, and presentations are limited to maximum of 2 presenters. Your abstract may address one or more of the following key words with a well-researched paper and or case studies: •Mental Health Access and Promotion - Comparison of National and international resources and working with or improving on what we have. •Managing and preve...

Authorities of the Federal Capital territory (FCT) Nursing School in Abuja have tasked the school’s former students to learn to give back to the school to enable it effectively deliver on its mandate to present and future students. The Director of Nursing Services, Health and Human Services Secretariat, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Mrs. O. I. Onakwue, Assistant Director, Nursing and School Principal, James Lakareks and Chief Nursing Tutor, Yakubu Abdulganiyu said assistance from old students would help in providing necessary learning materials in the school. They spoke at a well-attended event held in the school in honour of an outstanding ex-student, Adeniyi Ade Adeleye, who was in the institution to donate books worth millions of naira in support of the school’s library. Adeleye, who was in the school between 2001 and 2004, but now lectures at the Central Queensland University in Australia, was filed with emotion by the show of appreciation by the school’s ...

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA NURSES AND MIDWIVES LAGOS STATE COUNCIL A REJOINDER ! RE: TRAINING OF GENERAL DUTY ASSISTANT, ALSO CALLED NURSING ASSISTANT UNDER THE LAGOS STATE EMPLOYABILITY SUPPORT PROJECT. The attention of National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) Lagos State Council has been drawn to an advert trending on the social media on the above subject matter. I wish to state emphatically that no organisation is empowered to train any cadre of Nursing personnel without the approval and accreditation of such program by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria. The Nursing and Midwifery Acts clearly stipulate the procedures to be followed before such program can be approved. On this note, l want to state that the proposed program is alien to our association and therefore un acceptable. Training of any health care personnel should be with the support of regulatory bodies. We therefore urge all well-meaning Nigerians to join in the fight again...

The Federal Ministry of health has tasked the Nursing Council of Nigeria on the need to upscale the enrolment of the male folks in the nursing and midwifery profession in the country. This, New Telegraph learnt was an effort towards changing the perception that nursing profession was an exclusive reserve for the women folk. The Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole who dropped the hint during the just concluded First Men in Nursing and Midwifery Leadership Conference in Abuja, said that men in nursing services have vital rolls to play in the healthcare system, hence the need to encourage more men to enroll into the profession. Represented at the occasion by the Director of Hospital Services, Dr. Inuwa Balami, the minister charged the Nursing Council of Nigeria to ensure that more men get admission into the various nursing and midwifery schools in the country. “I want to charge the nursing council of Nigeria to intensify effort to ensure that more men are admitted to the various schoo...