A professor of ophthalmology, Prof. Sabastine Nwosu, has cautioned Nigerians against using unorthodox methods, such as applying urine or breast milk, to treat eye problems.
He made this warning on Friday at the 49th Annual General Meeting and 48th Scientific Conference of the Ophthalmological Society of Nigeria (OSN) in Enugu state.
Nwosu highlighted the high prevalence of glaucoma in the South-East, attributing it to genetic factors.
He emphasised the importance of early detection and advised individuals with a family history of eye diseases to undergo regular check-ups.
The former President of OSN, Dr Bade Ogundipe, discussed the prevention of blindness and encouraged people to donate their corneas after death to help restore vision in visually impaired patients.
Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving healthcare and education in the state.
Mbah, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, said his government had put measures in place to flush out quackery in medical practice.
He assured the provision of quality medical care services and announced measures to combat quackery in medical practice.
The governor also disclosed plans to establish Enugu International Hospital and build 260 primary healthcare facilities across the state.
However, he expressed concern about the mass migration of healthcare professionals abroad.
The State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Ikechukwu Obi, fielded questions on ophthalmological practice in Enugu, highlighting the presence of specialist services in both government and private sectors.
NAN
