Health Information for Patients in Abuja
Practical, plain-language guides from the clinical team at BLUESCOPE INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL, Kubwa — so you know what to look out for and when to come in.
Latest health guides
When Should You Take Your Child to the Emergency Room?
Warning signs in children that should never wait until morning, and what to do on the way to hospital.
Understanding Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
High blood pressure rarely causes symptoms until damage is done. Here is how it is diagnosed and controlled.
When Is Surgery Necessary?
Understanding elective, urgent and emergency surgery — and the questions worth asking your surgeon.
Breast Cancer Screening: What Every Woman Should Know
Early detection saves lives. How to check yourself and when to have a clinical review.
Diabetes Prevention and Early Detection
Type 2 diabetes can often be delayed or prevented. Know your risk and your numbers.
Childhood Immunisation: A Parent's Guide
Vaccines protect your child against illnesses that still cause death in Nigeria.
Preparing for Surgery: A Step-by-Step Checklist
What to do in the days before your operation, and what to expect on the day.
What to Expect During an Endoscopy
Gastroscopy and colonoscopy explained — preparation, the procedure itself, and recovery.
This information is for general education only and does not replace a consultation. If you are unwell, please book an appointment or come to our 24/7 emergency unit.
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