LAGOS GOVT FURTHER EXTENDS FREE HYPERTENSION, DIABETES SCREENING EXERCISE
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The Lagos State Government has announced another extension of its free hypertension and diabetes screening campaign, “Know Your Numbers, Control Your Numbers,” which will now run until Sunday, 24th November 2024. This marks the second extension of the initiative, initially slated to end on 3rd November 2024.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, who revealed this recently, urged residents to seize the opportunity to prioritise their health. “We have seen an overwhelming response from the public, and extending the campaign further will allow even more Lagosians to benefit from this life-saving initiative. Hypertension and diabetes are silent killers, and knowing your health numbers is a crucial step toward managing these conditions effectively,” he said.
Prof. Abayomi emphasised the significance of early detection and management of hypertension and diabetes in reducing complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. “The government remains committed to reducing the disease burden in our state by providing access to free screenings across all Local Government Areas”, he noted.
The Commissioner emphasized the campaign’s alignment with the national “10 Million Project,” an initiative to screen 10 million Nigerians for diabetes and hypertension. The Commissioner also noted that more than 330 designated screening sites, including 30 General Hospitals and 300 Primary Health Centers, will continue to offer these services daily starting at 9 a.m. Thousands of Lagos residents have been examined since its inception on October 28, 2024.
“The campaign reflects our government’s proactive approach to preventive healthcare and demonstrates our commitment to creating a healthier Lagos”, Prof. Abayomi added.
Additionally, he commended the participation of important government figures who set an example by going through screenings, such as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Deputy Governor Dr. Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat. Their involvement highlights the significance of the campaign and acts as a rallying cry for all locals to do the same.
He also urged residents, especially those aged 40 and above or with a family history of hypertension or diabetes, to make use of the extended period. “This initiative is free and accessible to everyone. We encourage Lagosians to visit the designated centres, get screened, and take proactive measures toward their health”, the Commissioner advised.
Screenings are still free as part of the program, which will now end on November 24, 2024. To supplement the information they learn from their examinations, residents are urged to embrace healthy habits, such as consistent exercise and well-balanced diets.
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