From our news desk, Benin
A three day free medical outreach for children between the ages of 0 -10 years, have been kick started by the Edo State University Teaching Hospital (ESUUTH) Auchi, in collaboration with the University in Uzairue.
The free medical outreach is part of the week long activities marking the 5th Convocation ceremony of the University.
Declaring the event open, the Edo State Head of Service (HOS), Anthony Okungbowa Esq, said the health and well-being of our children are of utmost importance to us.
The HOS who was represented by the Chairperson of Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Edo State branch, Dr. Mrs. Ndoka Imoisili also stated that it is our responsibility as a community, to ensure that every child has access to the quality healthcare they deserve.
"We are aware that many children in our community face various health challenges due to financial constraints; or lack of medical facilities, hence, the objective of this medical outreach is to bridge the gap and provide medical services to those who need it the most."
The free medical outreach will focus on providing essential healthcare services, screening, diagnosis, treatment and heath education to children in the community, Dr. Okungbowa said.
Adding, that the team of experienced doctors, nurses and volunteers will work tirelessly to ensure, that the children received the best possible care.
Expressing his gratitude to the University for their collaboration and support; he noted that the partnership would strengthen and widen the reach to serve a greater number of children.
He also appreciated all the healthcare professionals and volunteers who have dedicated their time, skills and efforts to making the medical outreach a reality.
Dr. Okungbowa called on parents to use the opportunity to bring their children for the free medical services; stressing their participation will not only contribute to the children's well-being but reinforce the vision of prioritizing the health of the community's future leaders.
Earlier in his address, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Engr. Prof. Emmanuel Aluyor said the three day free medical outreach for children by the University, is part of her Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
The VC expressed his gratitude to the State Governor, Godwin Obaseki for his wisdom in handing the hospital over to the University as a Teaching Hospital facility.
According to him, the three day medical outreach will provide a platform for the children to receive comprehensive medical care, preventive measures and intervention in making sure that every child regardless of circumstances or background, has the opportunity to grow, thrive and reach his or her full potential.
Also speaking, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Teaching Hospital, Prof. Sylvester Idogun said it has always been the interest of the Vice Chancellor to see to the medical needs of children; below 10 years of age through an outreach program.
Before the taking over of the hospital by the University, there was no defined unit or department for the treatment of children as they were treated in adult's clinic by adult doctors, he disclosed.
But the narrative has changed as a paediatric complex have been built where children are treated by trained paediatrician, the CMD said.
Also, the hospital now has a baby care unit which is very active in the management of new born problems; the unit is equipped with incubator, phototherapy, resuscitator, exchange blood transfusion, nebulizer and all other critical care equipment that are needed for the treatment of very sick babies, he added.
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