Nigerian Army hospital urges barracks community to boost hygiene, prevent diseases

The Chief Medical Director of the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna has called on troops and the wider barracks community to make personal and environmental hygiene a top priority. Brig.-Gen. Godwin Ogoh stressed the importance of preventing diseases such as cholera, tuberculosis, and pneumonia.

Speaking at the Barracks Health Committee program, themed "Empowering the Barracks Community to Respond Positively to Health and Cleanliness," Ogoh emphasized that prevention is more effective than cure. He urged residents to integrate cleanliness and preventive healthcare into their daily routines, noting that good hygiene practices are crucial for warding off numerous communicable diseases, including respiratory infections and gastroenteritis.

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The Medical Corps is the eye of the Army when it comes to cleanliness and good health.

Brig.-Gen. D.C. Ibe, representing the CMD, highlighted the Nigerian Army Medical Corps as the "eye" of the Army concerning health and cleanliness. He stated that the corps must lead by example, demonstrating the value of cleanliness and healthy living within the Army and beyond.

The program aimed to sensitize community members to the importance of maintaining a clean environment and adopting healthy practices for their well-being. Dr. Ayamkop Attah, who delivered a health talk, reinforced these messages, advising parents to educate their children on personal hygiene and healthy living. Awards were presented to individuals who demonstrated commitment to cleanliness.

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Therefore, we must lead by example, not only among ourselves but in the Nigerian Army as a whole, by demonstrating the importance of cleanliness and healthy living.