Nigerians
have been asked to go for the right mattresses so as to get a sound sleep for
the repair of their bodies.
Speaking at
the unveiling of Vono Products Plc’s new hospital furniture, GEO Medical
Centre Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Adetomiwa George said: “What many
people forget is that good sleep is linked to a good mattress. The
quality of your mattress can have a huge impact on your sleep, and poorer
quality mattresses, also expose you to toxic glues, chemicals, fire
retardants, dust mites and allergens that can inhibit sleep and have adverse
effects on health.
“So getting
enough sleep can mean the difference between a sick, tired, foggy, unfocused,
life and one where you feel vibrantly healthy and fully tuned into the world
around you. So people should pay more attention to getting the right mattress.”
He added:
“Sleep is when your body repairs and heals. Extreme sleep deprivation leads to
psychosis. And you spend 30 percent of your life sleeping hence you must get
the mattress right. New studies indicate that improving the quantity and
quality of mattresses have a more significant effect on
overall health than either diet or exercise”.
He noted that
people should understand their mattress needs, and also must put same in a
bed-frame and not on the bare floor.
According to him, when searching for the best mattress, it is important to
remember that mattresses are largely a matter of personal preference. “There is
no single type of mattress or bed that works well for all people, and there is
no best mattress for back problems. Likewise, there is no single sleep position
known to be best for all people. The right mattress can really help one
have a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling rested and refreshed. Sleeping on
the wrong mattress can cause sleeplessness, back pain, and overall aches and
pains. For people with a back problem, a mattress that isn’t a good fit can
make the pain worse,” he explained.
When choosing
mattresses and frames, dr Adetomiwa said the selections of mattresses and
frames are by size, design, style, material, and features. Sizes range from the
smallest, twin, to king beds at the large end.
“Each size
should be designed with a specific use in mind- from children, to single
adults, all the way to tall couples. Design is what shapes the bed frame
itself. Style defines the overall look and theme of the bed. Frame materials
for beds hold a small variety- metal, wood, or rattan. Vono can craft each into
nearly any style or design of bed for consumers’ needs,” he stated.
The Managing
Director, Vono Products Plc., Mr Tunji Anjorin said his company can
supply adequately to the demand of Nigerians, either in public or local sector,
and that all materials are sourced locally. He lamented the negative impacts of
fake products on the company’s business and appealed to the Federal Government
to intensify efforts in combating influx of these products into Nigeria.
Anjorin said
the influx of fake products makes the company’s experience low government
patronage. Also the high exchange rate of the Naira to other convertible
currencies have moderated capacity utilization in the real sector.
“For
instance, Vono Products Plc has introduced new hospital examination bed,
classic bed, cabinet and drip stand to enhance service delivery in the
hospital. We can do with more patronage. Generations upon generations can attest
to the quality of our products.’
Anjorin
stated that the hospital bed was a product of extensive research to address
some of the critical issues affecting examination of patients in the hospital.
Despite the inclement operating climate in Nigeria, Vono Products was set to
deliver superior products at all times.
According to
him, the examination bed had been designed for comfort; the drip is adjustable
while the bedside cabinet is not only waterproof but good for storage.
Anjorin
explained that the company had produced the furniture in commercial quantity
and many hospitals in both the private and public sectors had embarked on
placing orders on the new products.
He re-stated
the company’s resolved leverage on its strong brand to expand its products and
services and boost shareholder value. “Despite the harsh operating environment,
management is working round the clock to ensure timely delivery of quality
products at all times. Our hospital furniture, particularly, our Examination
Bed is a product of research and understanding of the needs of the end users
particularly the functionality and durability as our basis for design.
These
components remain part of what Vono holds dear and what keeps our customers
endearing to us. We are determined to satisfy our customers by constantly
anticipating their needs and satisfying them even before they realize that such
needs exist.” Anjorin stated.
He assured
the company’s shareholders of increased value as the company according to him
would continue to place premium on quality and affordable products despite the
high production cost. He stated that the company had capacity to meet demand at
any point in time and end users of the products enjoy after sales service.
Making a
special presentation on the new products, Vono Products’s Project Manager,
Mr Raheal Oshinubi explained that the three furnitures were tailor-made
to enhance service delivery in our hospitals. He noted that the products’
quality conformed to international best practices.
On the
prevalence of fake products in Nigeria, the Group Head, Sales and Marketing,
Vitafoam Nigeria Plc, Mr Sola Owoade, noted that companies were co-operating
with the statutory organizations, such as the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) on surveillance to arrest the perpetrators.
On the cost
of foams in Nigeria, Owoade advocated the use of consumer buying rights to
expose consumers to their peculiar needs as done by Vitafoam.
Source: The Nation
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