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Jim Harbaugh still hasn’t beaten his older brother. The third HarBowl between John Harbaugh and his brother Jim went to John, again. The Baltimore Ravens fell behind 10 points early but then overwhelmed the Los Angeles Chargers the rest of the way. The Ravens went on to a with Lamar Jackson throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for another. The Harbaughs coached against each other twice when Jim was the coach of the San Francisco 49ers, and John won both meetings, including Super Bowl XLVII. Monday’s result wasn’t due to John outcoaching Jim, though John had some strong decisions, including going for it on a key fourth down from his own 16-yard line. The mismatch was due more to John Harbaugh having a much better roster to work with. The Ravens have some flaws, especially on defense, but they’re still significantly ahead of the Chargers Give Jim Harbaugh some time. He’s doing just fine in his first season back in the NFL. The Chargers are 7-4, even after the loss, and likely to get a wild-card playoff spot. And maybe sometime soon he can have another rematch against his brother, and perhaps get a win against him. One of the bolder coaching decisions of the NFL season paid off big for the Ravens late in the first half. On their own 16-yard line, the Ravens acted like they were going to go for it just before the two-minute warning, trying to draw the Chargers offsides. That didn’t work, so it appeared they’d punt after the two-minute warning. But the offense came on the field, tight end Mark Andrews took a snap and sneaked it ahead for the first down. That gave the Ravens' offense some life, and the drive ended with Rashod Bateman’s 40-yard touchdown catch. That gave the Ravens a 14-10 halftime lead after they fell behind 10-0 early in the game. LAMAR GOES 40 YARDS DEEP TO BATEMAN. Ravens take the lead before half! 📺: on ESPN/ABC 📱: Stream on — NFL (@NFL) The Chargers executed a very nice 24-second drive to end the half, picking up 36 yards to set up a 52-yard field goal as the second quarter expired. The Chargers trailed 14-13 going into halftime. The defenses kept each offense out of the end zone in the third quarter. The Ravens lead was 17-16 going into the fourth quarter. It was a well-coached game between two good teams. As expected. The Ravens extended their lead early in the fourth quarter on a nice jumping touchdown catch in the end zone by tight end Mark Andrews. The Chargers might have answered, but there was an egregious drop by 2023 first-round pick Quentin Johnston on a third-and-6. Johnston could have turned it up for a huge gain, but it went right through his hands and the Chargers punted. It wasn’t a long Lamar Jackson or Derrick Henry run that broke it open after that. It was Justice Hill who took a third-down handoff to the outside and found a seam for a 51-yard score. The Ravens led 30-16 after that big play and it was going to be very hard for the Chargers to come back from that. An LA touchdown in the final minute made the score look closer. Justice Hill takes it TO THE HOUSE 💨 (via ) — Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) The Ravens have been a machine on offense in most games this season. The win gets the Ravens to 8-4, just behind the 8-3 Steelers for first place in the AFC North. At their best, the Ravens are a Super Bowl contender with MVP candidate Lamar Jackson leading the way. The Ravens are also superbly coached. So are the Chargers. Jim Harbaugh just needs a little more time to get his team to the same position John has his. This one's over. The Chargers failed to recover the onside kick, and the Ravens take over with 43 seconds remaining. They can run out the clock on a decisive 30-23 win. This was a nail-biter through the first half, but the Ravens imposed their will in the second. Aggression by Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and execution by Baltimore’s run game resulted in three successful fourth-down conversions on three tries. The conversions ultimately resulted in two Ravens touchdowns. John Harbaugh improves to 3-0 in games against his brother Jim. The Ravens improve to 8-4, while the Chargers drop to 7-4. Both teams remain on the right side of the AFC playoff picture. The Chargers are still in this. A pair of pass interference penalties kept a drive alive that ended with a Gus Edwards touchdown run. The score cut Baltimore's lead to 30-23 with 46 seconds left. This one will come down to an onside kick. The Chargers came up with a stop and forced the Ravens to punt with 3:08 left in regulation. But they need a miracle, trailing 30-16 with one timeout remaining. Officials initially flagged this play for pass interference on the Chargers' failed third-and-18 attempt. But they picked up the flag after consultation. Was it the right no-call? PI or no PI? — BetMGM 🦁 (@BetMGM) The Ravens continue to dominate the second half. A third-and-18 deep ball by Justin Herbert hits the turf, and the Chargers are forced to punt after gaining seven yards on three plays. A second-down sack short-circuited the drive. Baltimore's in control with the ball and a 30-16 lead with 6:31 remaining. Derrick Henry helped set up the Hill touchdown with some classic Derrick Henry stiff-arms. derrick henry — ◇ (@HOODH3RO) The second half continues to be all Ravens. Baltimore opened the game up on a 51-yard touchdown run by Justice Hill. The Ravens ran motion that confused the Chargers defense, and Hill rumbled down the left sideline for the score. The career-long run by Hill extends Baltimore's lead to 30-16 with 7:24 remaining. Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston had a third-and-6 catch in his hands and open field in front of him for a potential big gain. But he couldn't hold on. Johnston dropped the pass from Justin Herbert, and the Chargers were forced to punt thanks to the critical miscue at a key juncture of the game. Baltimore takes over possession with a 23-16 lead and 10:45 remaining. Quentin Johnston with a BRUTAL drop — Mr Matthew CFB (@MrMatthew_CFB) Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins has now been ruled out with a knee injury. It's Gus Edwards as the bellcow the rest of the way for Los Angeles. injury update: J.K. Dobbins (knee) has been downgraded to out. — Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) The Ravens have now converted three fourth-down conversions into two touchdowns. Baltimore went for it twice on fourth-and-1 and converted each time on their latest drive and capped it off with a touchdown pass from Lamar Jackson to Mark Andrews in the back of the end zone. A two-point conversion fails, and the Ravens extend their lead to 23-16 with 12:32 remaining in regulation. John Harbaugh's playing aggressive against his brother, and it's paying off. TOUCHDOWN MARK ANDREWS!!!! TUNE IN ON ESPN!! — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) Baltimore started the fourth quarter by going for it yet again on fourth-and-1 after converting twice in two previous tries, including earlier in the same drive. So why not go for it again? Derrick Henry converts again with a 2-yard run to the Chargers' 23-yard line. The Ravens went for it again on fourth-and-1, this time from their own 39. There was no doubt about this one. Derrick Henry rumbled 27 yards to pick up the first down and then some. FOURTH-DOWN CONVERSION!!! PICKS UP 27!! Tune in on ESPN!! — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) The Ravens and Chargers have traded field goals to start the second half. The Chargers answered Baltimore's opening field-goal drive with a 10-play, 36-yard drive that ended with a 52-yard field goal by Cameron Dicker, his third field goal of the night and his second from 52 yards. Baltimore leads, 17-16 with 4:08 remaining in the third quarter. Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins has yet to join his teammates on the sideline after halftime, according to ESPN. Dobbins is officially questionable with a knee injury. Gus Edwards would take over the lead role if Dobbins can't return. Justin Tucker's been uncharacteristically shaky this season with six missed field goals and one missed extra point. But he's true from 45 yards to cap Baltimore's first drive of the second half (10 plays, 43 yards) to extend the Ravens' lead to 17-13. Lamar Jackson completed passes on third-and-9 and third-and-10 to keep the field-goal drive alive. The Ravens start the second half with the ball and a 14-13 lead. A well-played half by both teams sends the game into halftime with the Ravens holding a 14-13 lead. Here are the key first-half stats: : 13 of 18 for 129 yards; 3 carries for 17 yards and 1 touchdown; 0 turnovers 5 of 9 for 89 yards and 1 touchdown; 3 carries for 14 yards and 1 touchdown; 0 turnovers 6 carries for 40 yards 9 carries for 66 yards 3 catches for 41 yards 1 catch for 40 yards and 1 touchdown 202 on 5.9 yards per play 176 on 7.7 yards per play 11 10 0 John Harbaugh's gamble did not go unanswered. The Chargers responded to Baltimore's stunning touchdown drive with a four-play 22-yard drive in the final 24 seconds of the first half. Cameron Dicker pays it off with a 52-yard field goal to cut Baltimore's lead to 14-13 at halftime. So far, the HarBowl is living up to its billing. Gutsy, aggressive play and strong execution from both teams. A big gamble pays off in a big way for the Ravens. Instead of punting, Baltimore went for it and got it on fourth-and-1 from its own 16-yard line after the first-half 2-minute warning. Five plays later, Lamar Jackson hit Rashod Bateman in a tight window for a 40-yard touchdown to take a 14-10 lead for Baltimore. John Harbaugh's gamble pays off big time against his little brother. TOUCHDOWN !!!!!!!! BIG PLAY BATE!!!! TUNE IN ON ESPN!! — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) The Ravens threw a big roll of the dice and picked up a first down on fourth-and-1 from their own 16 at the 2-minute warning. A direct snap to tight end Mark Andrews results in a 2-yard gain and a first down, and the Ravens don't give the ball back to the Chargers.EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings waived cornerback Akayleb Evans on Saturday in another setback for their beleaguered 2022 draft class. Evans started 15 games last season, but he had been relegated to a special teams role this year after the Vikings added veteran cornerbacks Stephon Gilmore and Shaquill Griffin. Evans was a fourth-round pick out of Missouri, one of three defensive backs among Minnesota's first five selections in 2022. Lewis Cine (first round) was waived and Andrew Booth (second round) was traded earlier this year. One of their second-round picks, guard Ed Ingram, lost his starting spot last week. Evans was let go to clear a roster spot for tight end Nick Muse, who was activated from injured reserve to play on Sunday at Chicago. The Vikings ruled tight end Josh Oliver out of the game with a sprained ankle. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL The Associated Press

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Walmart has become the most recent retailer known to have some store employees wear body cameras . The nation's largest retailer has some employees taking part in a body camera pilot program. “While we don’t talk about the specifics of our security measures, we are always looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry," Walmart said in a statement to USA TODAY. "This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any longer-term decisions." While some retailers are prioritizing theft prevention with the deployment of body cameras, a person close to the project says Walmart is focusing the test on employee safety at a handful of stores involved in the pilot. A shopper in Denton, Texas shared a photo of a Walmart associate wearing a yellow-and-black body camera earlier this month with CNBC, the news outlet reported . A photo of body cameras in charging bays reportedly from a Walmart store was posted on Reddit a month ago. The photo includes a poster detailing directions of how to use the camera to record an event if an interaction with a customer is escalating. Holiday deals: Shop this season’s top products and sales curated by our editors. Holiday shipping deadlines: USPS, FedEx and UPS holiday gift shipping schedules for arrival by Dec. 24 Other retailers piloting body camera use in US stores Walmart would not be the first retailer to deploy body cameras in the U.S. Earlier this year, TJX, the parent company of T.J. Maxx , HomeGoods and Marshalls , began having some employees at its stores use body cameras . "It's almost like a de-escalation where people are less likely to do something when they're being videotaped," TJX chief financial officer John Klinger said in May during the company's first quarter earnings call. "Body cameras are currently used by certain Loss Prevention Associates, who have gone through thorough training on how to use the cameras effectively in their roles," TJX said in a statement to USA TODAY. "Video footage is only shared upon request by law enforcement or in response to a subpoena." Body cameras are one way TJX creates "a safe store environment," the company said. "We hope that these body cameras will help us de-escalate incidents, deter crime, and demonstrate to our Associates and customers that we take safety in our stores seriously.” Body cameras could eventually become a common fixture in stores – and are trending that way in the U.K. Shoplifting rate increase could lead to more body cameras in stores More than one-third (35%) of U.S. retailers in the 2023 National Retail Security Survey , conducted by the National Retail Federation, said they were researching body-worn cameras for employees or loss prevention personnel. About 11% were already piloting or testing the solution, the NRF found. Retailers are considering the use of body cameras to protect employees and prevent theft, David Johnston, the National Retail Federation's vice president of asset protection and retail operations, said in a statement to USA TODAY. "Retailers are making every effort to ensure the safety and well-being of their customers, associates and communities," he said. "The use of body cameras is still a newer technology being used in retail and individual retailers are finding how this technology best works within their environments." Theft has become a growing concern for retailers. From 2019 to 2023, shoplifting incidents rose 93% – and the dollar loss rose 90%, according to a report out today from the NRF, the Loss Prevention Research Council and Sensormatic Solutions . Some hope the body cameras serve as a deterrent. That's because shoplifters have become more violent and aggressive, according to 91% of the senior loss prevention and senior executives surveyed. That issue highlights "why retailers are continuously looking at measures to reduce the threat of violence," Johnston said. So one of the things that we've added, we started to do last year, late towards the year, were body cameras on our LP associates. And when somebody comes in, it's sort of -- it's almost like a de-escalation where people are less likely to do something when they're being videotaped. So we definitely feel that that's playing a role. Also, during the end of the year, when we look at our shrink results, we're able to then set our plans for the following year and seeing what worked, what didn't and so it's about continuing to lean into the strategies that worked last year. But again, we count our inventory at the end of the year and that's when we would be in a position to give guidance. Follow Mike Snider on X and Threads: @mikesnider & mikegsnider . What's everyone talking about? Sign up for our trending newsletter to get the latest news of the dayEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings waived cornerback Akayleb Evans on Saturday in another setback for their beleaguered 2022 draft class. Evans started 15 games last season, but he had been relegated to a special teams role this year after the Vikings added veteran cornerbacks Stephon Gilmore and Shaquill Griffin. Evans was a fourth-round pick out of Missouri, one of three defensive backs among Minnesota's first five selections in 2022. Lewis Cine (first round) was waived and Andrew Booth (second round) was traded earlier this year. One of their second-round picks, guard Ed Ingram, lost his starting spot last week. Evans was let go to clear a roster spot for tight end Nick Muse, who was activated from injured reserve to play on Sunday at Chicago. The Vikings ruled tight end Josh Oliver out of the game with a sprained ankle. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLActor Ashton Kutcher is reportedly on edge amid the ongoing scandal involving his former acquaintance, music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs. Kutcher, known for his role in Punk'd, has maintained a low profile recently, following growing public scrutiny over his past association with Combs. This comes after the rapper was arrested on multiple charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. Assembly Election Results Live Updates Maharashtra Election Results Jharkhand Election Results Bypoll Election Results The 46-year-old actor, who was seen out hiking with a friend in Los Angeles, appeared visibly tense and serious, avoiding any attempts at smiling for the cameras. His casual attire—comprising a grey sweater, light jeans, and a baseball cap—only added to the sense that he was navigating a difficult situation. As per the Times of India , sources close to Kutcher have revealed that he is deeply concerned about being linked to the controversy surrounding Combs, particularly given the allegations that have surfaced in recent weeks. Diddy Controversy and Kutcher's Past Connection The scandal surrounding Sean Combs has rapidly escalated, with the music mogul facing serious charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud, and transportation for prostitution. While Combs has pleaded not guilty to the charges, his legal troubles have placed several high-profile figures, including Kutcher, under the microscope. Kutcher and Combs shared a close friendship years ago, often seen together at social events, especially during their time working on MTV shows—Kutcher as the host of Punk'd and Combs with Making the Band. However, the renewed attention on Combs’ infamous “freak-off” parties, which have been accused of involving drugging and sexual assault, has cast a shadow over Kutcher’s past involvement with the music mogul. In a 2019 interview on Hot Ones, Kutcher hinted at his knowledge of these parties, saying, "Diddy party stories, man, that was some weird memory lane thing," though he refrained from sharing details. Kutcher's connection to Combs is now drawing increasing attention, especially after reports surfaced of the actor attending, and even co-hosting, some of the controversial parties that have been the subject of legal action. According to The Cut, Kutcher reportedly participated in the "White Parties" thrown by Combs, with some claiming he co-hosted one of the events in 2009. While this has sparked speculation that he may be called to testify, Kutcher's camp has firmly denied any wrongdoing. An insider told InTouch Weekly, "Ashton is seriously concerned about getting dragged into this ugly mess." The source added, "People are angry, and they want answers." As the scandal unfolds, there is growing speculation that Kutcher could be subpoenaed, particularly as several lawsuits accuse Combs of orchestrating parties that involved not only illicit activities but also recordings of attendees in compromising situations. Kutcher’s Response and Attempts to Stay Out of Spotlight Despite the increasing public interest, Kutcher has made efforts to keep a low profile. A source close to the actor has stressed that he does not deserve to be part of the ongoing conversation about Combs’ legal battles. "Ashton has only interacted with Diddy in social and business settings, all of which have been documented by the media," the source told People magazine. Kutcher’s focus has remained on his family life with Mila Kunis and their two children, even as rumors about their relationship have emerged alongside the Diddy scandal. It’s clear, however, that the actor remains deeply concerned about the potential fallout from his past connections to Combs, with one source revealing, "He’s anxious about being caught up in something he had no part in." As the legal proceedings against Sean Combs continue to unfold, with his trial set for May 2025, it remains to be seen how this scandal will affect those who were once close to him, including Ashton Kutcher. Assembly Election Results Live Updates Maharashtra Poll Results Highlights 2024 Jharkhand Poll Results Highlights 2024

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. grew its holdings in shares of Markel Group Inc. ( NYSE:MKL – Free Report ) by 1.1% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 6,161 shares of the insurance provider’s stock after purchasing an additional 67 shares during the quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc.’s holdings in Markel Group were worth $9,664,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Several other hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in MKL. B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. Holding AG purchased a new position in Markel Group during the third quarter worth about $551,000. Pathstone Holdings LLC boosted its position in shares of Markel Group by 2.5% in the third quarter. Pathstone Holdings LLC now owns 2,550 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $4,000,000 after acquiring an additional 63 shares during the last quarter. Quest Partners LLC grew its holdings in Markel Group by 66.2% in the third quarter. Quest Partners LLC now owns 2,373 shares of the insurance provider’s stock valued at $3,722,000 after purchasing an additional 945 shares during the period. Atlanta Consulting Group Advisors LLC grew its holdings in Markel Group by 1.8% in the third quarter. Atlanta Consulting Group Advisors LLC now owns 568 shares of the insurance provider’s stock valued at $891,000 after purchasing an additional 10 shares during the period. Finally, Sather Financial Group Inc increased its position in Markel Group by 0.6% during the third quarter. Sather Financial Group Inc now owns 28,466 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $44,651,000 after purchasing an additional 173 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 77.12% of the company’s stock. Markel Group Price Performance MKL stock opened at $1,750.00 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $22.51 billion, a P/E ratio of 7.93 and a beta of 0.73. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.26, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a current ratio of 0.60. Markel Group Inc. has a 1 year low of $1,342.66 and a 1 year high of $1,751.35. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $1,593.75 and a 200-day simple moving average of $1,585.49. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several analysts have recently issued reports on MKL shares. StockNews.com cut shares of Markel Group from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Friday, November 15th. Royal Bank of Canada dropped their price target on Markel Group from $1,700.00 to $1,675.00 and set a “sector perform” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, November 1st. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group lifted their price objective on Markel Group from $1,590.00 to $1,600.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research note on Wednesday, October 9th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned a hold rating and one has given a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $1,651.83. View Our Latest Analysis on MKL Markel Group Profile ( Free Report ) Markel Group Inc, a diverse holding company, engages in marketing and underwriting specialty insurance products in the United States, Bermuda, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The company offers general and professional liability, personal lines, marine and energy, specialty programs, and workers' compensation insurance products; and property coverages that include fire, allied lines, and other specialized property coverages, including catastrophe-exposed property risks, such as earthquake and wind. Read More Want to see what other hedge funds are holding MKL? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Markel Group Inc. ( NYSE:MKL – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Markel Group Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Markel Group and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .None

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We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.Children with Spina Bifida can live a long and happy life if diagnosed and access treatment in time, health experts have said. Spina bifida (with exact cause unknown) is a congenital defect by which a baby is born with a ‘swelling’ or ‘wound’ on the back, leading to improper development of the spinal cord. The health condition affects approximately between one and three out of 1,000 newborns globally, according to experts, adding that it is a life-long situation but persons born with it are capable of living long and healthy if properly managed. Deputy Director, Nursing Services, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idi-Araba, Ojei Sarat Onyebuka, explained this condition at a one-day media workshop organised by the Festus Fajemilo Foundation (FFF) in Lagos recently. FFF, which was founded in 2006, is a pioneer NGO in Nigeria advocating the well-being of people with spina bifida and hydrocephalus. According to Onyebuka, surgery is usually required on babies born with spina bifida, which is to remove the bulge from the back or threaten the wound if the bulge is already burst before delivery. She noted that the condition is generally problematic, especially when considering the severe type, as the persons living with it may be unable to walk for life on their own or control their urine or faeces. “Some may even suffer erectile dysfunction to the extent that they may not be able to procreate naturally on their own,” she added. “And that is why children with spinal bifida need multi-care services from diverse health experts and social workers, and the earlier the better for a good result. “They will need to use a catheter (a tube) and change it frequently, so likewise do bowel washouts so as not to mess up their body with urine or faeces. Onyebuka declared that it’s far better to prevent the condition as caring for children with bifida is quite demanding, requiring both parents to join hands for these roles while society, on its part, accepts and gives support to children with the condition. She noted that because of the challenges, some parents may hide their children at home or throw them away, especially because of stigma or when they find it difficult to cope, rather than enrol them in school for learning. But upon the whole, she pointed out, spina bifida is not a death sentence, as children with the condition have the potential to study and learn skills and become responsible citizens, urging the government to take the condition with more seriousness. In her own presentation, a social worker and FFF volunteer, Lara Fernandez, highlighted the importance of growing up youths who are yet to marry to take good care of their health and avoid premarital relationships. According to her, it is better to avoid the risk of giving birth to children with deformities, as such health conditions usually come with multiple challenges. “So, I will advise ladies who are yet to marry and those who have married to be taking folic acid daily to boost their immune system and lower the risk of having babies with deformity,” she stated. Highlighting the impact of FFF in advocacy and care for persons affected by spina bifida and hydrocephalus over 18 years of establishment, the co-founder of the group, Mr Afolabi Fajemilo, said the foundation has built a community of families, providing support in the areas of surgeries, post-surgery rehabilitation, education, psychosocial, and vocational training, among others. He noted that the foundation has handled no fewer than 240 children and youths directly, while some parents don’t bother to return with their children after their first visit. He stated that the lack of dedicated continence care and management clinics for this type of health condition within Nigeria’s health system inspired the formation of the foundation, even as he emphasised the need for improved resources and support for individuals with spina bifida in the country. Fajemilo explained that the foundation is in collaboration with the Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Information Networking Equality (Shine) UK to be able to give support alongside eight public health facilities in the country, including the University College Hospital, Ibadan: LUTH, Idi-Araba, and so forth. He mentioned that through the project, the foundation has trained 89 healthcare providers across five out of the six geopolitical zones of the country while partnering with eight public hospitals where individuals with spina bifida receive treatment, medications, and do regular check-ups as the condition requires lifelong management. “So, we already have 240 cases out of 250 we projected to meet by 2025 for the free healthcare services, and we’re likely to surpass the target because of the improved public awareness and enlightenment that people with spina bifida are normal human beings and not spirits,” he stressed. One of the beneficiaries of the foundation’s care, Gbemisola Awodipe, a 20-year-old student of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), told Tribune Online that she has gone over the stigma often associated with persons living with disabilities, as she is now making more friends than before. She also noted that through the care from the foundation, she can now take proper care of herself, knowing when to go to the toilet and doing so by herself. Gbemisola says she wants to become a professional photographer and believes she will achieve her dream. READ MORE FROM: NIGERIAN TRIBUNE

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