The Association of Patent and Proprietary Medicine Dealers (APPMED) has stated that malaria is having a devastating impact on Nigerian families. According to APPMED President, Reverend Kubiat Akpan, the association witnesses the effects of malaria on families daily. Malaria is a significant public health challenge in Nigeria, and APPMED is calling for collective action to reduce its prevalence. The association is committed to supporting the fight against malaria.
APPMED recently participated in a public enlightenment campaign on malaria in Lagos. During the campaign, Reverend Akpan emphasized that malaria requires a collective effort to combat. He stressed that patent medicine dealers play a critical role in early detection, referral, and public education. As the first point of contact in communities, they are essential in the fight against malaria.
APPMED has endorsed the Geneith Health Competition, a N1 billion youth-driven malaria awareness campaign. The competition is organized by CEOAFRICA and sponsored by Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited. By supporting this initiative, APPMED is demonstrating its commitment to the national anti-malaria effort. The association believes that sustained awareness, youth engagement, and community-based action are key to winning the fight against malaria.
Reverend Akpan highlighted the importance of community health practitioners and youth passion in combating malaria. He believes that aligning community health practitioners with the passion of Nigeria's youth can significantly reduce malaria cases. APPMED is working to engage youth and communities in the fight against malaria.
Malaria remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria. The disease affects families across the country, with patent medicine dealers often being the first point of contact. APPMED is calling for individuals, groups, and organizations to support the fight against malaria. The association believes that collective action can reduce the prevalence of malaria to a minimum.
APPMED members across Nigeria are committed to tackling malaria prevalence. The association is working to ensure that communities have access to essential healthcare services. By supporting patent medicine dealers, APPMED aims to enhance the delivery of healthcare services, particularly in the area of malaria control.
The fight against malaria requires a multi-faceted approach. APPMED is working with various stakeholders to promote awareness, education, and community-based action. The association is optimistic that with collective effort, Nigeria can make significant progress in reducing malaria cases and improving healthcare outcomes.
Key points
- APPMED calls for collective action to combat malaria in Nigeria.
- Patent medicine dealers play a critical role in early detection and referral.
- Sustained awareness and youth engagement are essential in winning the fight against malaria.
