Doctors reject six-month jail term, fine for delayed emergency care
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The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has expressed opposition to a proposed change in the National Health Act. This amendment would penalize healthcare professionals and facilities for delays in providing emergency medical treatment. The suggested penalties include a six-month prison sentence. Alternatively, a fine of up to N300,000 could be imposed.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has rejected a proposed amendment to the National Health Act seeking to impose a six-month jail term or a fine of up to N300,000 on healthcare professionals and facilities over delays in emergency medical treatment. Read More: https://punchng.com/doctors-reject-six-month-jail-term-fine-for-delayed-emergency-care/