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ATBUTH launches subsidized kidney dialysis to ease patients financial burden

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The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, has taken a bold step to address the financial challenges faced by patients requiring kidney dialysis.

As part of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the cost of the procedure, according to a statement issued by the spokesman of the hospital, Mr. Usman Abdullahi Koli, has been reduced from ₦40,000 to an affordable ₦12,000 per session, offering relief to patients grappling with kidney-related ailments.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Yusuf Bara Jibrin, in the statement expressed optimism about the program’s impact.

He revealed that the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare had not only ensured the availability of consumables in large quantities but also provided a new dialysis machine to support the hospital’s efforts.

“This initiative showcases the government’s commitment to making quality healthcare accessible to all, especially during these trying times,” Prof. Jibrin remarked.

Over 45 beneficiaries have already accessed the subsidized services, with many expressing profound gratitude for the intervention. One patient shared, “This program has brought hope to many of us who could not afford treatment before. It is truly life-changing.”

The initiative is expected to significantly reduce the financial strain on families and improve the overall health outcomes for patients. By equipping the hospital with necessary resources, ATBUTH is poised to deliver uninterrupted services to a growing number of patients from Bauchi and neighboring states.

Prof. Jibrin further emphasized that this initiative aligns with the hospital’s mission of providing affordable and high-quality healthcare while strengthening public trust in the healthcare system.

He assured the public that ATBUTH will continue to collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to sustain and expand similar programs for the benefit of all citizens.