Medical personnel in Ngora District have expressed their gratitude for the ongoing medical camp organised by the Lions Club, describing it as a significant boost to their capacity to provide care.
The medical camp, which offers free screening for non-communicable diseases and health education, has drawn large numbers of community members, many of whom rarely have access to quality healthcare services.
Dr. Charles Opolot senior clinical officer Ngora Ngero Health Centre III, in one every week they see about five cases of hypertension which is high .
Opolot noted that the intervention of medical camps has been instrumental in addressing the overwhelming patient load at local health facilities since supply for the needs has been challenge
"We have been struggling with limited resources and staff, but this medical camp has come at the right time. The Lions Club team has provided the much-needed support, helping us screen and educate many patients that we would otherwise not be able to handle," he said.
The one day medical camp, , focused on early detection of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancer.
According to Dr. John Ekure Orthopaedic Surgeon And Director Kumi Orthopaedic Center These diseases have been a growing concern in the region, and the Lions Club aims to raise awareness and encourage early interventions to prevent severe health complications.
In addition to the health screenings he said the Lions Club has embarked on a community-wide campaign on road safety and accident prevention.
This comes in response to the increasing number of road accidents in Ngora District, which have raised alarm among local authorities and residents.
During a recent sensitisation talk, Lions Club medical doctors and road safety experts educated community members on the dangers of reckless driving, the importance of wearing seat belts, and the need to observe traffic regulations.
They also highlighted the rise in motorcycle accidents, urging boda boda riders to wear helmets and exercise caution on the roads.
"We are deeply concerned about the rising number of road accidents, which have claimed many lives in this district. This sensitisation is meant to educate our community members, especially young people, on the importance of road safety.
We believe that with continuous education, we can reduce these accidents," said Dr. John Ekure.
Community members who attended the medical camp and the road safety sessions praised the Lions Club for their efforts, calling the initiatives a blessing to the district.
"We rarely get such opportunities, and this camp has helped us not only with our health but also to understand the dangers on our roads. We hope more of these programs will continue," said one local resident.
