Dr. Tunde Ibiteye Leads Free Medical Outreach in Kogi

A two-day free medical outreach in Ekinrin-Adde, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, organized by Dr. Tunde Ibiteye in collaboration with Medical Initiative for Africa, benefited 582 residents. The outreach provided free medical screenings, consultations, treatments, health education, and surgical interventions.

Phase One of this initiative attended to 485 adults and 97 children, revealing a significant prevalence of hypertension and diabetes among beneficiaries, with 149 identified with hypertension, 118 with diabetes, and 98 living with both conditions. The medical team performed 43 surgical interventions, including 30 cataract surgeries and 12 hernia surgeries.

Additionally, 100 free reading glasses were distributed. The organizers emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare and the need for regular health checks in underserved communities.

They stated that this outreach is a significant step towards improving healthcare access and that future phases will extend services to other communities in Ijumu Local Government Area.