By Kingsley Agim The impact of the Cross River State Health Insurance Scheme was once again demonstrated as Cynthia Osam, a young woman from Iyamoyong in Obubra Local Government Area, successfully underwent two life-saving surgeries on Wednesday, thanks to the state’s improved healthcare system. The procedures were performed by Dr. Ekon Francis at General Hospital…
By Itam Offor The Cross River State House of Assembly (CRHA) has raised the alarm over the increasing deaths in Obubra Local Government Area (LGA) of the state following the dearth of doctors and other health professionals in Gen Hospital Obubra. The House on Tuesday had deliberated on a motion sponsored by the Member representing…
Dr. Patrick Umoh (middle), doing the commissioning while others assist. By Anietie Akpan Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on Monday, March 24 commissioned a new Hemodialysis Unit alongside refurbished Accident, Emergency, and Pediatric wards at General Hospital, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of the State. A press release from the State’s Ministry of…
The Cross River State Government, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Kingdom (UK) Government, is taking significant steps to enhance nursing education at the College of Nursing, Ogoja. As part of this initiative, the college is set to receive essential equipment and support to strengthen its academic and training programs….
By Frank Ulom Calabar, Nigeria – The workforce in the health system of Cross River State is becoming increasingly low following recent data – 23 doctors and 79 nurses and midwives. Accordingly, the population of the state is over 3 million, with the state capital, Calabar, having the most. Imagine only 23 doctors and 79…
