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KWSG Procures Medical Equipment For SSH Eye Clinic
Kwara State Government has procured advanced medical equipment for the Eye Clinic section of Sobi Specialist Hospital, Ilorin to enhance service delivery.
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, disclosed this during the week, on her on the spot assessment visit to the hospital.
While assessing the quality of work done at the newly renovated facility as well as recently procured state of the art equipment, the Commissioner affirmed that, the eye clinic now has the capacity to serve Kwara and other States as well.
Dr El-Imam encouraged residents to take advantage of the upgraded facility at Sobi Specialist Hospital, located within Ilorin metropolis, for their eye care needs.
During the visit, the Commissioner also seized the opportunity to engaged expectant mothers, on health discussions, emphasizing the vital role of proper nutrition on their health and the well being of unborn children.
Dr. El-Imam underscored the importance of maintaining a balanced diet during pregnancy, stating that adequate nutrition not only promotes healthy fetal development, but also strengthens the mothers’ health and immune systems.
She enjoined the women to adhere strictly to health guidelines and care instructions provided by the hospital medical personnel, throughout the antenatal period.
The Commissioner emphasized on the need for regular antenatal visits, to ensure early detection and management of potential health issues.
Dr Amina El-Iman appealed to expectant mothers to prioritize immunization for their babies after delivery, stressing that it is a vital step at safeguarding children against preventable diseases.
Earlier, the Chief Medical Director, Sobi Specialist Hospital Alagbado, Ilorin, Dr Kolade Solagberu commended the State Government for the renovation as well as medical equipment received.
The Chief Medical Director appreciated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq led administration, for the kind gesture, adding that, the new development will further enhance quality service delivery in the State and environs.
By Abdullahi Ahmed
