A consultant cardiologist, Professor Chizindu Alikor, has raised serious concern over the rising incidence of hypertension among young Nigerians, warning that high blood pressure is “no longer a sickness for the old” as even 18-year-olds are increasingly being diagnosed. Professor Alikor issued the warning during the 123rd Inaugural Lecture of the Rivers State University, RSU,
Read moreThe Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) demonstrated its dedication to community health today as the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof. Chizindu Alikor, led a highly successful, free Cardiovascular Outreach held at the RSU Medical Center. The initiative, held in anticipation of Prof. Alikor’s upcoming inaugural lecture, saw hundreds of residents receiving crucial, specialized heart
Read moreThe Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has commenced enrolment into the Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) — a visionary initiative of His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS. Our Chief Medical Director, Prof. Chizindu Alikor, participated in the exercise alongside staff members, reaffirming RSUTH’s full support for this life-transforming programme. We extend our
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