World Hepatitis Day: Lawmaker Advocates Periodic Testing, Treatment To Achieve Global Elimination
A member of Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu representing Eti-Osa constituency 02 on Tuesday said low coverage testing and treatment are most important gaps to be addressed in order to achieve the global elimination goals by 2030.
He said this in a statement made available to AFRICAN NEWS TODAY in commemoration of this year world hepatitis day. Saying it is expedient for Nigerians to know their health status, which would enable them to detect any symptoms of the disease at early stage.
According to him, some people don't border about their health status because they see themselves being strong and hargile but that is not enough reason not to go for medical checkup. This also contribute to untimely death.
Yishawu, Chairman ad-hoc Committee on Budget stressed th...