Green Plus Pharmacy has entered into a partnership with the Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria (BRECAN) to provide breast cancer check-ups while emphasising the importance of early detection and awareness of this prevalent disease.
Speaking during the screening exercise which was held alongside the grand opening of the pharmacy store in Ibadan the Oyo State capital at the weekend, Managing Director, Greenplus Pharmacy, Olamide Agbomeji, noted that breast cancer has been a snatcher of life from women both young and old, adding that if became imperative to rev up action to reduce the death rate being recorded as a result of the disease.
She noted that her vision is improving the overall well-being of individuals irrespective of financial status. Agbomeji also stated that she organised the event to offer essential medical check-ups and raise awareness about various health concerns.
The free medical outreach provided attendees with a comprehensive range of services, which included a sugar test that enabled visitors to check their blood sugar levels and get information about their overall health.
Additionally, attendees had the opportunity to undergo a Body Mass Index (BMI) assessment to determine their body’s healthy weight range, blood pressure tests, known as Ifunpa, were also conducted to help individuals monitor their cardiovascular health.
Furthermore, Greenplus Pharmacy Agbowo offered weight checks, providing individuals with vital information regarding their weight management and overall fitness goals.
Dental check-ups, referred to as Ayewo Eyin, were provided to ensure attendees’ oral health and hygiene. In addition, optical check-ups (Ayewo Oju) were available to assess eye health and provide necessary recommendations for vision care.
The medical outreach event also featured the presence of a physiotherapist (Ayewo Egungun Ara), who offered consultations and guidance on musculoskeletal issues and physical therapy.
While expressing her gratitude to the community for their overwhelming support and participation, Pharmacy Agbomeji highlighted the significance of community engagement in promoting a healthier society and reiterated Greenplus Pharmacy’s commitment to being a reliable healthcare partner.
The grand opening of Greenplus Pharmacy Agbowo marked a significant milestone in providing accessible and quality healthcare services to the community.
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