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Kaduna Psychiatric Hospital rolls out virtual consultations for patients

Patients of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kaduna, will no longer have to travel long distances for every psychiatric consultation and follow-up as the hospital has launched a telepsychiatry service that allows them to access specialist care from their homes. The initiative, according to the hospital, is designed to reduce the financial and geographical barriers confronting Read More:…

Kaduna Psychiatric Hospital rolls out virtual consultations for patients

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Summit calls for tighter measures to curb excessive drinking

This includes higher taxes, the removal of alcohol advertising and tighter licensing mechanisms.

  • Excessive drinking harms society through violence, accidents, health issues, and family breakdowns.
  • Proposed measures include raising taxes, banning ads, and stricter licensing.
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