The Abia State chapter of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has warned the state government to brace up and address the challenges facing the healthcare sector in the state. The warning was issued by the Chairman of the NMA, Dr. Egemba Nwankwo, during a press conference.
Challenges Facing Healthcare Sector
The health workers have expressed concerns over the poor state of healthcare facilities, inadequate funding, and lack of support for healthcare professionals in the state. They have called on the government to take immediate action to address these challenges and improve the healthcare system.
Call to Action
The NMA has urged the government to prioritize healthcare and provide adequate funding to support the sector. They have also called for better working conditions and support for healthcare professionals to enable them to deliver quality services to the people.
Government Response
The Abia State government has been urged to take the warning seriously and take immediate action to address the challenges facing the healthcare sector. The government is expected to come up with a plan to improve the healthcare system and provide better services to the people [1].