Abia State Ministry of Health

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Abia State Ministry of Health

The Abia State Ministry of Health is a government body responsible for the regulation and development of the health sector in Abia State, Nigeria.

Pronunciation

Abia: /ˈɑːbiə/ Ministry of Health: /ˈmɪnɪstri ɒv hɛlθ/

Etymology

The term "Abia" is an acronym derived from the name of the four main groups of people in the state as at the time it was formed in 1991: Aba, Bende, Isuikwuato, and Afikpo. The "Ministry of Health" is a standard term used to refer to a government department responsible for health matters.

Functions

The Abia State Ministry of Health has the mandate to formulate and implement policies related to health in Abia State. This includes the management of state-owned hospitals and health facilities, the regulation of private health institutions, and the coordination of public health programs and initiatives.

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