Ebonyi shows other states that health insurance can work
Health insurance is one of the cheapest ways of settling health bills. However, this service has eluded Nigerians as data show poor coverage of health insurance nationwide.
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Cancer Care Costs; a Burden too Heavy Even for Insurance Providers
Just like other diseases, cancer can be cured if detected early and treated effectively. The cost of treatment varies based on the treatment type but they are still very expensive and out of reach for an average Nigerian.
Nigerian Health Insurance Schemes you can Benefit From
About 14.6% of Nigerians are unable to access adult medical services while 11.7% are unable to access child healthcare services. Another 9.5% cannot access maternal health care services.
Health Insurance in Nigeria – Only 3% of Nigerians are Covered
Health insurance has barely scratched the surface in Nigeria with regards to percentage coverage of the population.
Community-Based Health Insurance Scheme
The hallmark of any developed nation committed to protecting the wellbeing of its citizens is ensuring there is inclusive and affordable access to health care services. In Nigeria, however, a vast number of individuals, particularly in rural communities, don’t have access to health facilities. They consequently die from preventable deaths. And the deterrent to healthcare use remains, cost.