A turnout of over 3,000 individuals marked the success of the two-day free medical camp held at AIC Kaptuiyot Church in Ngeria Ward
During the camp, residents received essential healthcare services ranging from diabetes screening to eye and ear examinations.
Clinical Services Chief Officer Dr. Joyce Sang highlighted the importance of the medical camp in identifying and addressing a surge in eye and ear problems among attendees and as a result of the eye check-up, individuals in need were provided with spectacles and those requiring further treatment were referred to Huruma Sub County Hospital for specialized care.
Dr Sang announced a promising partnership with Lenexa Baptist Church in the USA with an aim of at least establishing annual medical camps to ensure residents have access to vital healthcare services tailored to their specific needs.
“Our focus is on addressing eye and ear issues, diabetes, blood pressure and psychological counselling by offering a comprehensive approach to healthcare outreach, particularly benefiting older individuals who often grapple with conditions like gouts and arthritis,” said the CO.
Medical camps for eye and ear problems
Meanwhile, Dr. Joshua Mutai from Lenexa Baptist Church reiterated the commitment to organizing medical camps within the county as part of a service to the community, with an emphasis on providing targeted programs to address eye and ear problems.
Jane Ngelechei, a resident of Ngeria Ward expressed her gratitude to the administration of Governor Dr Jonathan Bii for supporting and partnering in the medical camp initiative, emphasizing the positive impact it had on attendees.
“Having received treatment for hypertension and being equipped with eyeglasses, I want to testify that we have all been treated and I now believe I will be able to see well again, thanks to Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii for prioritizing the health sector,” said Jane.
