Wellington Oyibo, a malaria expert from the University of Lagos, has emphasized the importance of accurate diagnosis before initiating treatment for fever. He highlighted that many cases of fever are incorrectly attributed to malaria, which can lead to inappropriate treatment and potential health risks. Oyibo urged Nigerians to embrace the practice of "test before treatment" to ensure that the correct illness is identified and treated effectively. His call aims to improve health outcomes and reduce the misuse of antimalarial medications in the population.
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