Anwojue Hope Foundation (AHF), a non-governmental organisation based in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has organised the second edition of its annual Health and Food Matters, providing food and health support to vulnerable people in Ijebu Imusin Community, Ogun State.
The event, which had over 100 people aged 40 years and above, took place in Ashiru’s House in Odonapa recently in commemoration of the founder’s birthday.
In her remarks at the event, Mrs. Busayo S. Eniade, the project manager of the Anwojue Hope Foundation, emphasised the essence of the annual event, noting the importance of health and a healthy lifestyle to an individual’s overall wellbeing.
Eniade said, “We aim to paint our communities with a smile, and one of the initiatives that we embark on since the inception of the organisation is Health and Food Matters, and that is an initiative to address both hunger and health issues in communities, especially for those that cannot afford health services.
“This is the reason we brought doctors and nurses for free consultation and laboratory sessions for basic health checks such as blood sugar, urinalysis, and blood pressure. We also brought a pharmacist to dispense the drugs to the community members. We also brought some drugs for malaria and hypertensive people.”
Precious Shoremekun, a healthcare provider at the event, provided a health talk, emphasising the importance of health and food for humans’ wellbeing. She shared insights on improving healthy lifestyles while urging the gathering to increase their intake of fruits and vegetables and prioritise regular health checks.
She said, “Everyone understands that the economy is not friendly, but there are economic ways to eat healthy food. We should increase our intake of fruits and vegetables and include them in our meals. Leafy vegetables like waterleaf are affordable and found around the house. Also, other affordable foods in the community should be included in meals regularly.
“Give eggs to children if you can afford it; they have good nutritional value to the growth and development of children. If you can’t afford eggs, eating fruits and vegetables can go a long way for children’s growth.
“Make sure to visit the primary health centres close to you if you feel sick and for regular health checks, especially for blood pressure, blood sugar level, and other basic tests.”
Following registration, beneficiaries underwent health checks, including a sugar test, blood pressure, and urinalysis. Subsequently, they consulted with the doctor in charge to review their results, receive personalised advice, and obtain prescribed medications to enhance their health.
Beneficiaries also received recommended drugs from the medical team and food packs from the foundation to further support their wellbeing.
The foundation also provided a pair of crutches to an elderly beneficiary with walking disabilities, whose joy could not be contained at the show of kindness. The beneficiary then proceeded to offer gratitude and prayers for the foundation.
Providing food and health support to the vulnerable in society underscores the mission of the foundation, which is to always put smiles on the faces of beneficiaries.
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