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Nigeria: 3,000 Kaduna Residents to Benefit From Foundation's Free Medical Outreach

[Leadership] Jennifer Etuh Foundation (JEF) has commenced a five-day free medical outreach in Kaura local government area of Kaduna State, targeting 3,000 residents with free medical services.

A five-day free medical outreach in Kaura local government area of Kaduna State is providing essential healthcare services to 3,000 residents. The Jennifer Etuh Foundation, organized by Christiana Kuntin Afolayan, has mobilized over 100 medical volunteers to offer consultations, laboratory tests, medications, eye care, dental services, and surgical procedures.

Common surgeries include hernia, fibroid, and goitre operations. Free health promotion activities, such as distributing mosquito nets and sanitary pads, also took place. Residents from neighboring communities traveled long distances to access these services, with some individuals facing hypertension and diabetes. The foundation aims to bring quality healthcare to underserved areas, with a focus on women, girls, and children.

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