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Musawenkosi Moyo
THE Rotary Clubs of Bulawayo concluded their three-day family health run on Sunday, providing free medical assistance to over 2 000 residents who expressed their gratitude.
The event, held at White City Youth Arena, offered free medical screenings for HIV, high blood pressure, and breast cancer. Participants also received doctor consultations and free medication.
It was held in collaboration with various organizations, including the National Aids Council (Nac), Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council (ZNFPC), National Blood Services Zimbabwe, and the Ministry of Health and Child Care.
Regina Nkomo (68) from Njube suburb, who was being tested for high blood pressure, hailed the event and its organizers. She expressed her gratitude for providing assistance to people like herself who cannot afford healthcare services.
“This event gives us the chance to consult doctors about health challenges we face that we can’t fix because of medication and doctor costs,” Nkomo said. “There are times when I feel unwell but just ignore it because I don’t want to burden my children with health and financial problems.”
Darlington Ngwenya (22) from Mpopoma suburb said he’d been struggling with a toothache but couldn’t afford to have it removed.
“A clinic visit to get a tooth pulled cost $20, which was out of reach,” he explained. “Thanks to this event, I’m finally relieved of the pain,” he said.
Another resident, Njabulo Moyo (54), said the event was a tremendous help for residents. However, he also emphasized the need for more accessible and affordable healthcare services, especially for those who struggle financially.
The national vice chairperson of the Nurse Aide for Economic Development Darlington Sibanda said the program was a resounding success. They not only reached their target number of participants but even surpassed it.
Sibanda also explained that their organization participated in the family health day as a way to give back to the community.
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