With only four out of 10 Nigerians having access to quality healthcare services, Wellahealth, a leading healthcare technology company, has launched a #SendHealthHome campaign to help Nigerians in the diaspora provide quality healthcare for their loved ones.
Many Nigerians living in remote areas lack access to healthcare facilities, resulting in delayed or inadequate treatment. Additionally, diseases such as diabetes and hypertension pose a significant burden, affecting over 11 million Nigerians and requiring regular medication and monitoring.
Meanwhile, the increasing number of Nigerian youths migrating abroad has led to a growing distance between loved ones. Nigerians in the diaspora often struggle to find a seamless and trusted platform to send money home to cater to their sick or aging relatives.
Traditional remittance methods are typically slow, unreliable, and incur high fees, making it difficult for individuals to provide timely support to their loved ones in need. This not only creates financial burdens but also adds to the emotional distress experienced by families who cannot meet the healthcare needs of their relatives back home.
As concerns for the health and well-being of sick and aging relatives back home continue to grow, the need for innovative solutions to care for them from afar has become essential. Recognizing these obstacles, Wellahealth is leveraging technology to revolutionize long-distance caregiving with its innovative platform, HealthSend. Through the HealthSend wallet, individuals can bridge the gaps between healthcare and remittance services and provide their loved ones with expert medical care, timely updates, and personalized support.
The #SendGoodHealthHome campaign highlights Wellahealth’s mission to provide accessible and reliable healthcare solutions for Nigerians. Through the campaign, Wellahealth aims to empower Nigerians in the diaspora to take an active role in their loved ones’ healthcare journeys, offering peace of mind and the assurance that distance does not hinder their ability to provide quality care.
CEO of Wellahealth, Dr. Neto Ikpeme, in a press statement, made available to LEADERSHIP, explained that, “HealthSend represents our dedication to revolutionizing healthcare access for Nigerians and their families abroad. Through our platform, we aim to provide a seamless and trusted solution that addresses critical challenges faced by Nigerians in the diaspora, allowing them to support their loved ones’ health with peace of mind.”
In the same vein, Marketing & Communications Lead for Wellahealth, Joseph Okoroafor, added, “The key challenge is access to quality healthcare for loved ones back home in Nigeria. Most Nigerians in the diaspora do not trust the health service providers in the country, but would pitch their tents with a provider if they believe that their loved ones will get the best care.”
He said, “Wellahealth is committed to tackling these challenges head-on. Transparency of funds, disease management, and peace of mind are some of the benefits of HealthSend. Individuals can trust to purchase genuine medications as the platform partners with certified pharmacies and healthcare providers.”
