Abia State Ministry of Health
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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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abia State Ministry of Health
- Wikipedia's article - Abia State Ministry of Health
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