Understand The History Of NHS III Flashcards
What was the earliest form of western-style healthcare in Nigeria?
Provided by doctors brought by explorers and traders for their own well-being
These services were not available to indigenes (Nigerians)
Who first introduced healthcare services to Nigerians?
Church missionaries
Notable missions include the Roman Catholic mission, Anglican Missionary Society, and the American Baptist Mission.
What was the first hospital in Nigeria and when was it built?
Sacred Heart Hospital in Abeokuta, built in 1885
Established by the Roman Catholic mission.
What significant event regarding European powers occurred towards the end of the 19th century in Africa?
European powers were at war for ownership of Africa’s rich land
This led to the establishment of borders in the region.
Where was the British military headquarters located in Nigeria in 1900?
Lokoja
Under the governorship of Lord Lugard.
What type of healthcare services were established in Lokoja?
Military health services and civilian health services
Established to cater to both military personnel and civilians.
What was the first government hospital for civilians in Nigeria and when was it built?
St. Margaret Hospital at Calabar, built in 1889
What major global conflict influenced the establishment of healthcare facilities in Nigeria?
World War I (1914-1918)
This war led to increased military activities and healthcare facilities.
What resulted from the military healthcare facilities established during World War I?
Some military facilities functioned as civilian hospitals after the war.
Fill in the blank: The first hospital in Nigeria was established by the _______.
Roman Catholic mission
True or False: The healthcare services introduced by the Church missionaries were available to indigenes from the beginning.
False
Initially, these services were not available to the local population.
