Outdated state laws are threatening Nigeria’s disease outbreak preparedness, warns NCDC. Learn how weak public health laws undermine national response effo Read More: https://punchng.com/outdated-state-laws-threaten-nigerias-disease-outbreak-preparedness-ncdc/
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has warned that outdated and weak public health laws at the state level could hinder Nigeria's preparedness and response to future disease outbreaks. Dr Jide Idris, Director-General of the NCDC, highlighted the critical role that subnational governments play in protecting public health and the need to review and reform state laws to align with modern public health practices.
The NCDC has been supporting states in reviewing their public health laws to ensure they are equipped to respond swiftly to health emergencies.
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