Thursday, September 12, 2024

Nigeria’s diabetes patients struggle to afford medication after surge in prices



The cost of diabetes medication has surged by over 500 percent in the past year, affecting over 11 million Nigerians living with the disease. Experts say a worsening foreign exchange crisis and the exit of major pharmaceutical companies combine to drive up prices. Health experts urge the government to intervene, warning that the situation could lead to numerous preventable deaths.

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