Bountiis Promotes Preventive Healthcare, Digital Health Literacy at 7th Muslimah Health Forum in Lagos
Bountiis, a charitable organisation focused on caregiving and community service, has called for greater awareness of preventive healthcare, responsible sharing of health information and increased attention to women’s physical and mental well-being.
The call was made at the seventh edition of its annual Muslimah Health Forum, held at the Lagos State Central Mosque Complex, Ikeja, under the theme, “The Wellness Code.”
The forum brought together healthcare professionals, public health experts and participants to discuss health challenges affecting women, including stress, burnout, sleep disturbances, persistent fatigue, nutrition, hormonal health, disease prevention and early detection.
A major focus of the programme was the growing influence of social media and artificial intelligence on health decisions. Speakers stressed the need for women to distinguish credible medical advice from unverified online claims that could influence treatment, nutrition, self-medication and other health practices.
Participants were encouraged to seek appropriate medical assessment and professional advice rather than relying solely on information obtained from digital platforms.
One of the major sessions, titled “The Exhausted Woman: Stress, Sleep, Fatigue and Mental Overload,” examined the growing burden of physical and emotional exhaustion among women and the need to recognise persistent fatigue as a health concern that may require professional evaluation.
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Dr. Bakare Aminah Kehinde, a consultant neurologist, stroke physician and public health expert, addressed the neurological and public health dimensions of women’s wellness, highlighting the relationship between stress, sleep and overall health.
Also speaking, Dr. Bolanle Omowunmi Ottun, a registered dietitian nutritionist and Deputy Director and Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, brought attention to the connection between dietary habits, nutritional deficiencies, energy levels and general well-being.
Dr. Aisha T. Abdulkareem, a public health physician and Senior Technical Officer at FHI 360, contributed perspectives on preventive healthcare, appropriate screening and timely access to medical services.
The discussions emphasised that wellness goes beyond treating illness after symptoms emerge, highlighting the value of preventive measures, regular health assessments, balanced nutrition and timely professional intervention.
Beyond physical health, the forum addressed the pressures associated with competing personal, family and professional responsibilities, encouraging women to pay greater attention to stress management and informed lifestyle choices.
Organisers said the programme forms part of Bountiis’ broader effort to strengthen health literacy by connecting women directly with healthcare professionals and providing credible information for everyday health decisions.
The forum also underscored the growing challenge posed by health misinformation in an era when social media, online influencers and AI-generated content increasingly shape public perceptions of medical issues.
The seventh edition continued Bountiis’ annual commitment to caregiving, community engagement and women’s health awareness, with organisers expressing hope that participants would apply the knowledge gained to make more informed decisions about their physical and mental well-being.
By PRNigeria
