UCH Commemorates World Hospice and Palliative Care Day

The Department of Hospice and Palliative Care, University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, on Friday, October 9, 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Hospital Management in commemoration of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2026. The visit took place at the hospital foyer.

The Head of Department, Dr. Yetunde Oloyede, said the visit was to inform Management about a new strategy to create awareness and generate funds for the care of indigent patients.

Dr. Oloyede said this year's celebration is tagged "In Remembrance of Late Prof. S. D. Amanor-Boadu Jumble Sales", in recognition of the late Professor's dedication to giving back to society during her lifetime.

She explained that the jumble sales initiative involves the sale of donated items at affordable prices to raise funds to support indigent palliative patients, in keeping with Prof. Amanor-Boadu's legacy of compassion, selfless service, and commitment to the welfare of the vulnerable.

Dr. Oloyede appreciated the Hospital management for its sustained support for patient care.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, who was represented by the Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee, Prof. Olubukola Adesina, warmly received the team and reiterated Management's readiness to support any initiative aimed at improving patient care and alleviating the burden on indigent patients.