This is to formally inform and also invite you to participate in the forthcoming The strategies for improving diabetes care in Nigeria initiative was construed about 9 years ago with the major objective of curbing the rising diabetes pandemic in the country through translational research. The core team comprises researchers in the field of diabetes and hypertension spread across the major tertiary health facilities in the South Western States of Nigeria. The SIDCAIN research group has successfully completed World Diabetes Foundation assisted projects in Ogun and Oyo States, while that of Osun State is ongoing.
In Ogun and Oyo States, a total of 56 non-communicable disease clinics have been established and 1180 health workers have already been trained to man these clinics where projects have been completed.
Over the years, our activities have expanded to include public awareness programmes, establishment of school health clubs and the Journalists Action Against Diabetes Programme amongst others. We also hold the annual non-communicable disease conference and distinguished personalities lectures. Previous events have held in Ibadan, Osogbo and Sagamu whilst personalities such as Are Afe Babalola, Prof. John Idoko (NACA), Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and Mr Dele Momodu have given the lectures.
The 2016 event will hold at the Main Auditorium of the Osun State University. The event, as with previous ones will attract participants from all over the country as well as overseas. All abstracts must be received by Friday February 19, 2016. Submission is strictly by email to OR (08023277739).
Highlights
Wed March 2:
- Pre-Conference Update (9-4.30pm)
- Welcome cocktail (6-7.30pm)
Thurs March 3:
- Grant Writing Workshop Course
- Opening Ceremony / Distinguished Guest Lecture
- First Scientific Session (3-5pm)
- Conference Dinner (7pm)
Friday March 4:
- Second Scientific Session (9-10am)
- Symposium (10-11.30am)
- Invited Guest Lecture (12-12.45pm)
- Awards & Prizes / Closing (2pm)
I look forward to welcoming you to this exciting meeting.
Prof. Alebiosu C.O. Provost
College of Health Sciences &SIDCAIN Coordinator