Residents of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) benefited from a free medical outreach organised by the Teen Ambassadors Foundation (TAF) in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Maitama Abuja.
The outreach, held at the Arts and Culture Complex in Garki, provided free medical consultations, screenings, treatment and health education to hundreds of residents, including adults and children.
Services offered during the outreach included screenings and treatment for hypertension, malaria, typhoid, peptic ulcer, urinary tract infections, diabetes, skin diseases and pelvic inflammatory diseases. Participants were also screened and vaccinated for Hepatitis B and C.
In addition, beneficiaries received eye care services such as vision screening, medication and free reading glasses. Health professionals also conducted awareness sessions on hygiene and preventive healthcare practices.
Doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists and pharmacists were on ground to provide the services at no cost to residents.
Speaking during the outreach, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of Teen Ambassadors Foundation, Dr. Paul Adiwu, said the initiative formed part of the organisation’s corporate social responsibility aimed at improving access to healthcare in underserved communities.
According to him, the outreach was designed to complement government efforts in providing healthcare services to citizens.
“The purpose of this outreach is to provide quality healthcare services to underserved communities, aligning with our organization’s mission to promote health and wellbeing,” Adiwu said.
“Our objective is to bridge the healthcare gap and empower communities through education and access to medical services.”
He noted that the foundation has organised similar interventions in the past and has received encouraging feedback from communities.
“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 added.
Adiwu expressed concern about the existing gaps in healthcare delivery, stressing the need for individuals and organisations to support initiatives that improve access to medical services at the grassroots.
“It’s concerning, but we’re committed to making a difference. I advise every spirited individual to prioritise healthcare infrastructure, invest in community-based initiatives, and collaborate with NGOs to amplify impact,” he said.
He also disclosed that the foundation is open to partnerships with government agencies, civil society groups and community leaders to expand the reach of such interventions.
“Absolutely, we’re open to partnerships. Collaboration is key to scaling our impact. This outreach is a joint effort between Teen Ambassadors Foundation and Rotary Club of Maitama Abuja, showcasing our shared commitment to improving healthcare access,” Adiwu said.
One of the beneficiaries of the eye care service, Nicholas, described the outreach as impactful and beneficial.
“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,” he said.
Nicholas urged the organisers to sustain the initiative and called on more individuals and organisations to support similar healthcare programmes.
Other beneficiaries also expressed appreciation to the organisers and appealed for more community-based medical outreaches across the FCT.
