People from government offices, disability groups, and the albinism community are asking for quick action to make sure Nigeria’s climate and health policies include people with disabilities—especially those with albinism.
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The President of the Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN), Dr. Bisi Bamishe, has called on the government and stakeholders to accelerate efforts to include skin screening and cancer treatment in the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has appealed to the three tiers of government and the public to assist about 40 of its members battling varying stages of skin cancer.
“We are now recording increasing cases of skin tumours and cancers, especially among rural dwellers and poor persons with albinism who lack access to sunscreen lotions, skin checks, and services,” Odigie said.
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