The Project Oscar – Light for Life the Wellbeing Foundation Africa & Reckitt Delegation visited two pivotal institutions driving healthcare innovation and support in Lagos State: our academic training partner, the Lagos University Teaching Hospital – LUTH, and the Cerebral Palsy Center, to bring further awareness to the need for integrated, inclusive healthcare systems and showcase the delivery of Project Oscar as a ‘Glocal’ and grassroots program.

As a key site and centre of excellence for Project Oscar, LUTH exemplifies academic excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. Professor Chinyere Ezeaka, Head of the Neonatology-Perinatology Unit, and on the Leadership of NEST 360, re-emphasised the hospital’s commitment to training healthcare workers, educating communities, and deploying advanced equipment, reflecting a dedication to preventing disabilities caused by untreated neonatal jaundice, ensuring every child has the best start in life.

At the Cerebral Palsy Center, founded by Nonye Nweke, the delegation witnessed the daily care and opportunities requirements of children living with cerebral palsy, a disability which can stem from untreated Neonatal Jaundice. The Center’s model, born out of Nonye’s personal journey as a parent, embodied resilience and community-driven action, by providing therapies, caregiver support, and awareness campaigns, all of which align with the principles of Project Oscar.

Oscar Anderson’s presence and lived experiences reinforced the message that inclusion, policy integration, and systemic support are vital for achieving sustainable healthcare solutions, recognising the importance of fostering policies that prioritise early detection and the call for global neonatal health standards through initiatives such as our Light For Life Global Campaign.

 

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