Reps propose fines, licence withdrawal for hospitals that delay emergency treatment

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The bill seeks to amend the National Health Act, 2014, to strengthen emergency medical services and establish enforceable standards for triage, stabilisation and referral across healthcare institutions. The post Reps propose fines, licence withdrawal for hospitals that delay emergency treatment appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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