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The Role of Community Health Workers in Improving Healthcare Access in Underserved Areas

Community health workers (CHWs) are an integral part of healthcare delivery systems in many underserved areas around the world. Their roles include providing preventive healthcare services, health education, and promoting healthy behaviors within their communities. The use of CHWs has been found to be effective in improving healthcare access and outcomes in underserved areas, where there are often inadequate healthcare facilities and a shortage of trained medical personnel. In this article, we will discuss the importance of CHWs in improving healthcare access in underserved areas and the role they play in promoting community health.

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Top 8 Skills Needed for a Successful Healthcare Career in Nigeria

Effective communication is essential in healthcare, and healthcare professionals need to be able to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. You should be able to convey information clearly and accurately, listen actively, and ask questions. Poor communication can lead to misunderstandings, misdiagnosis, and other issues that can affect patient outcomes. For example, a nurse who is unable to communicate effectively with a patient who speaks a different language may not be able to understand their symptoms, leading to delayed or incorrect treatment.

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The Importance of Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare

Interprofessional collaboration in healthcare allows healthcare professionals to leverage their collective knowledge and expertise to address complex healthcare challenges. By working together, healthcare professionals can streamline care delivery processes, improve patient outcomes, and enhance communication and coordination. This approach to care delivery can also lead to professional development and help healthcare professionals to stay up-to-date with the latest advances in healthcare.

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The Future of Telehealth: How Technology is Changing the Healthcare Landscape

The use of telehealth technology is transforming the healthcare landscape, making it easier for patients to access care, reducing healthcare costs, and improving health outcomes. Telehealth allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, eliminating the need for in-person visits in many cases. This has become particularly important in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has accelerated the adoption of telehealth across the healthcare industry. In the future, telehealth is likely to become even more prevalent, as technological advances continue to make it more accessible and user-friendly.

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FEC Approves Six-Levels NVQF for Nigeria

_ The Federal Executive Council (FEC) had at its meeting of Wednesday April 10, 2013 approved a Six-Level National Vocational Qualification Framework (NVQF) for the country. In her briefing at the end of the meeting, the Honourable Minister of Education,

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The Nigerian Young Academy (NYA) is a unified platform for interaction
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