Foundation, Rotary organise medical outreach for FCT residents, artisans

A Non-Governmental Organidation (NGO), Teen Ambassadors Foundation (TAF), in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Maitama Abuja, on Friday organized medical outreach for over 1,000 Abuja residents and artisans in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The beneficiaries, including women and children, have undergone free medical consultations, screenings and treatment for hypertension, malaria, typhoid, peptic ulcer, urinary tract infections, diabetes, skin diseases, and pelvic inflammatory diseases as well as screening/treatment and vaccination for Hepatitis B and C, respectively.

There was also provision of eye care screening/medication, provision of reading glasses as well as the engagement of people on health education and awareness sessions on health and hygiene practices.

Doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists and pharmacists were on ground to offer services free of charge to adults and children.

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Speaking on the initiative, TAF Director General/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Paul Adiwu, said the routine medical outreach was part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) of the NGO.

Dr. Adiwu said there was a need to complement the efforts of the Government in making the lives of the people better and that was what the intervention sought to achieve.

“The purpose of this outreach is to provide quality healthcare services to underserved communities, aligning with our organisation’s mission to promote health and wellbeing. Our objective is to bridge the healthcare gap and empower communities through education and access to medical services,” he said.

With a track record of such outreaches, he said feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with communities appreciating the efforts.

“We’ve seen improved health outcomes, increased awareness, and a sense of community engagement. Our impact is a testament to the power of collective action in addressing healthcare disparities,” he said.

Dr. Adiwu expressed concern over the gap as it pertains to healthcare delivery in the society.

As one trying to fill in this gap through such interventions, he said, “It’s concerning, but we’re committed to making a difference. I advise every spirited individual to prioritize healthcare infrastructure, invest in community-based initiatives, and collaborate with NGOs to amplify impact.”

Given the organization’s experience, especially at the grassroots, he said it was open to partnerships for support such interventions for more impact.

“Absolutely, we’re open to partnerships. Collaboration is key to scaling our impact. We’re engaging with government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders to co-create solutions and leverage resources.

“This outreach is a joint effort between Teen Ambassadors Foundation and Rotary Club of Maitama Abuja, showcasing our shared commitment to improving healthcare access. We’re proud to partner with like-minded organisations to drive positive change,” he said.

One of the beneficiaries of the eye care service, Comrade Nicholas Kalu, described the service as excellent.

He expressed gratitude to the organisers for the service, saying it saved him a lot of money and time as well as solved a major eye problem for him.

He urged the organisation to do more and urged more support for it.

“I am grateful for this intervention which has been extremely beneficial to me. I got free eye tests and glasses which addressed a challenge of reading I have been experiencing. The impact of Teen Ambassador Foundation cannot be overemphasised. My hope is that they get support to do more,” he said.

Other beneficiaries who also spoke expressed gratitude and called for more of such interventions.