By Iyemah David
World Diabetes Foundation (WDF) has awarded a sub-grant to Environment for Health Development Initiative (E4HDI), an organisation committed to advancing healthcare equity and innovation.
Executive Director of E4HDI, Dr Nnenna Ezeigwe who disclosed this in an interview in Abuja, assured of judicious use of the fund, to achieve the purpose for which it was given.
She further explained that the grant, facilitated by Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation (HSDF), would enable E4HDI to spearhead its Diabetes Awareness and Care (DAC) project in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
According to her, the DAC project is aimed at addressing the growing burden of diabetes in the FCT by implementing comprehensive awareness campaigns and improving access to quality care for individuals living with the disease.
“E4HDI plans to leverage this funding to reach underserved communities, providing them with essential information about diabetes prevention, management and treatment.
“We are thrilled to receive this grant which will significantly enhance our efforts to combat diabetes in the FCT.
“With the support of the World Diabetes Foundation and the HSDF, we are poised to make a substantial impact on diabetes awareness and care, particularly in communities that are often overlooked,” she said.
Ezeigwe said that the project would include series of educational workshops, community outreach programme and the establishment of diabetes care centres equipped to offer screening, diagnosis and ongoing management support.
“E4HDI also plans to collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive continuous and comprehensive care.
“According to recent statistics, the prevalence of diabetes in Nigeria has been steadily increasing, with the FCT being one of the regions significantly affected.
“The DAC project aims to mitigate this trend by promoting healthier lifestyles and improving the overall quality of life for those affected by diabetes.
“We believe that through strategic partnerships and community engagement, we can make a real difference in the lives of people living with diabetes.
“Our goal is to empower individuals with the knowledge and resources they need to manage their conditions effectively and lead healthier lives,” she stated.
She said that the inauguration of the project would mark a significant step forward in the fight against diabetes in the FCT.
“With the combined efforts of E4HDI, the World Diabetes Foundation and the HSDF, there is hope for a future where diabetes is better understood, managed and prevented in the nation’s capital,” she said.
