Henry Falaiye A non-profit organisation, Julius Agenmonmen Foundation has announced that it has embarked on its first medical outreach to two communities: Ubulu-Uku in Delta State and Uromi in Edo State. According to a statement by JAF, the outreaches held recently with Zuri Health in the two states represent a significant step toward improving healthcare access for underserved communities in Nigeria. It noted that over 2,000 community members benefited from essential healthcare services, including dental and eye care, laboratory tests, general consultations, and pharmacy services.
Speaking on the success of the outreach, the co-founder, Dr Uche Agenmonmen, said, “We are reaching those in our society who don’t have access to quality healthcare. At these medical outreaches, we are focusing on eye care to ensure that people enjoy good vision throughout their lifetime. It is one of the key measures we are taking to prevent blindness in these communities.
” The statement mentioned that the foundation’s long-term commitment to healthcare began with a pledge Julius Agenmonmen made during his 60th birthday celebration. It stated that the pledge was fulfilled with the donation of eye diagnostic equipment to St Camillus Hospital in Uromi, Edo State, in April 2023. The statement further noted that the hospital holds personal significance for him, as it was where he was, marking a full-circle moment in his journey of giving back to his community.
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