Foundation trains journalists on cleft awareness
Researched & Edited By Araba, Olawale Enifenilanfe In a bid to enhance the understanding of Nigerians against stigmatisation and discrimination related to cleft lip and palate,a non-governmental and cleft charity organisation, Smile Train has trained Journalist on the role of the media to curb the stigma, informing the public on free treatment at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). - The training focuses on media practitioners in identifying their roles toward positive and responsible presentation of cleft lip and palate related issues in Nigeria - Consultant, Oral, Maxillofacial and Cleft Surgeon, LUTH, Prof. Olugbenga Ogunlewe said cleft is not a curse or life-threatening disease. - She also called on caregivers or patients with cleft to visit LUTH for the free surgery funded by the foundation with a follow up on the treatment - She further said the treatment of cleft is a multi-disciplinary approach with teams like the speech therapist, audiologist, and Nutrit...