Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disorder characterised by the immune system mistakenly attacking the protective covering of nerve fibres in the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. It’s a lifelong condition that can sometimes cause disability, although it can occasionally be mild. In many cases, it’s possible to treat […]
World Family Doctor Day, 2023
Family Doctors: The Heart of Healthcare Today, we celebrate World Family Doctors Day, honouring the invaluable contributions of family doctors in our healthcare system. At Duchess International Hospital, we recognise their vital role in providing comprehensive, personalised, and continuous care to our patients. Family doctors are indeed the Heart of Healthcare, and here’s why: Building […]
International Nurses Day, 2023
International Nurses Day is a day to celebrate the contributions and dedication of nurses worldwide. This year’s theme, “Our Nurses, Our Future,” is a reminder of the vital role that nurses play in our healthcare system and the importance of investing in their professional development. At Duchess Hospital, we recognise the invaluable contributions that nurses […]
Wellsprings College Students Visit the Duchess Hospital
Duchess International Hospital recently hosted a group of bright young minds from Wellspring College to tour our state-of-the-art medical facility. As one of the leading healthcare providers in Lagos, we were excited to showcase our commitment to delivering exceptional patient care through the latest medical technology and a team of highly trained medical professionals. During […]
Facts and Fallacies of Epilepsy
Facts and Fallacies of Epilepsy It’s another International Epilepsy Day, and in this instalment, we provide awareness of the Facts and Fallacies of Epilepsy. International Epilepsy Day is observed on the second Monday of February each year. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy and its impact on the lives of those […]
World Cancer Day, 2023
Today, on World Cancer Day, we at Duchess International Hospital want to take a moment to acknowledge and honour those who have been affected by cancer, whether it be through personal experience or through loved ones. This is a day to raise awareness, show support, and unite in the fight against this disease. Cancer is […]
International Cervical Awareness Month, 2023
It’s Cervical Health Awareness Month, 2023, and it’s time to prioritise our reproductive health! The need for women to be aware and educated on the causes, symptoms and effects of cervical cancer can not be over-emphasized. Although it is the fourth most prevalent type of cancer in women worldwide, it is also one of the […]
First Anniversary of the Duchess Hospital
What an amazing day it was as Duchess International Hospital Celebrated One Big Year of impeccable health service delivery with premium world class and, affordable health care! The Duchess first year anniversary hosted at the hospital auditorium, was graced by a number of dignitaries including The vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Prof […]
World Aids Day, 2022
Today is #WorldAidsDay On 1 December 2022, Duchess Hospital joins the international health community to commemorate World AIDS Day 2022 under the theme “Equalize”. World AIDS Day is an annual day to honour over 40 million lives lost to AIDS, take stock of the AIDS response, and commit to ending AIDS. In 2021, over 510,000 […]
World Diabetes Day, 2022
It’s the World Diabetes Day, 2022. World Diabetes Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of diabetes as a global public health issue and what needs to be done, collectively and individually, for better prevention, diagnosis and management of the condition. This year’s theme is ‘access to diabetes education’. Diabetes is a […]
VP Prof. Yemi Osinbajo recounts his experience as a patient at the Duchess Hospital
His Excellency, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, recalls his experience as a patient undergoing Orthopaedic surgery at the Duchess International Hospital earlier this year. He says – “…the Duchess International Hospital is, by both medical and aesthetic standards, comparable to the best hospitals in the world”. “… […]
World Heart Day, 2022
Today is #WorldHeartDay2022 The #WorldHeartDay is an opportunity to provide awareness of the critical considerations of how we use our heart ❤️ in making the right decisions acting with courage, and helping others. WorldHeartDay also helps us promote and achieve cardiovascular health for every heart and prevent and treat cardiovascular disease (CVD). At Duchess Hospital, […]
